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Anthropometrics is the study of human body measurements and movement, which involves collecting statistics about the human body. There are two areas of anthropometrics: static, which measures body sizes at rest or using devices, and functional, which measures abilities related to task completion like reaching. The goal of anthropometrics in building design is to ensure maximum comfort by making dimensions, ceilings, doorways, and other spaces appropriately sized for people.

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Anthropometrics PDF

Anthropometrics is the study of human body measurements and movement, which involves collecting statistics about the human body. There are two areas of anthropometrics: static, which measures body sizes at rest or using devices, and functional, which measures abilities related to task completion like reaching. The goal of anthropometrics in building design is to ensure maximum comfort by making dimensions, ceilings, doorways, and other spaces appropriately sized for people.

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What is ​ANTHROPOMETRICS ​?

- The study of the human body and its movement.

- The study of the human body and its movement, often involving research into
measurements relating to people. It also involves collecting statistics or
measurements relevant to the human body, called Anthropometric Data.

- Human dimensions and capabilities are paramount in determining a building's


dimensions and overall design. The underlying principle of anthropometrics is that
building designs should adapt to suit the human body, rather than people having to
adapt to suit the buildings.

There are ​two basic areas​ of anthropometry:

● Static anthropometry is the measurement of body sizes at rest and when using
devices such as chairs, tables, beds, mobility devices, and so on.

● Functional anthropometry is the measurement of abilities related to the completion


of tasks, such as reaching, maneuvering and motion, and other aspects of space and
equipment use.

Goal ​of Anthropometrics

- The use of anthropometrics in building design aims to ensure that every person is as
comfortable as possible. In practical terms, this means that the dimensions must be
appropriate, ceilings high enough, doorways and hallways wide enough, and so on.
In recent times, it has come to have particular significance for workplace design, and
the relationship between desk, chair, keyboard and computer display.

- The building regulations provide a range of standard requirements and approved


solutions for designers to help develop suitable designs. However, it is important to
consider the specific purpose and requirements of end users. Attempts to apply
standardised dimensions may not reflect the true need of the space requirements.

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