motion study

noun

1. time and motion study.

motion study

noun

1. See time and motion study
   short for time and motion study

Word History and Origins

Origin of motion study¹

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

The great value of micro-motion study is that it facilitates the transmission of skill from man to record.

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Micro-motion study by the aid of the cinematograph is still in its infancy.

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Mr. Frank B. Gilbreth, who has brought micro-motion study prominently before the public, has devoted years to the subject.

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Here we note only that the task is built up of elementary units measured by motion study, time study, and micro-motion study.

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Also motion study and time study determine exactly how a tool or a piece of equipment can best be used.

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