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APPC Antopometry by Amit

This document discusses anthropometric principles in workspace and equipment design. It defines anthropometry as the dimensional study of humans to ensure comfort. Anthropometric data, both static and dynamic, can be used to design for the average person as well as account for variability. Applying anthropometric surveys and principles like adjustability, minimum and maximum dimensions, and cost-benefit analysis can help design workplaces, products, and systems that are effective and accommodate all users.

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APPC Antopometry by Amit

This document discusses anthropometric principles in workspace and equipment design. It defines anthropometry as the dimensional study of humans to ensure comfort. Anthropometric data, both static and dynamic, can be used to design for the average person as well as account for variability. Applying anthropometric surveys and principles like adjustability, minimum and maximum dimensions, and cost-benefit analysis can help design workplaces, products, and systems that are effective and accommodate all users.

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Anthropometric

Principles In By :
Amit Anant
Workspace Abhishek Kumar
Brajbhan Shankar
& Equipment Design Nishant Bhadani
Nikhil Kumar Dubey
ERGONOMI
CS
 The interaction between
people and machines
 The factors that affect the
interaction.
What is
Anthropometry?
Greek Anthropos(man) Metron
(measure)
Data Driven Dimeshional study
Ensure that every person is
as comfortable as possible.
why should we know about anthropometry?
Anthropometr what are the benefits?
y where it can be implemented???
GARMENT MANUFCTUNG COMPANY
NIFT GC LAB
Mr. Average
"population" can be referred to group of
people with common ancestors, occupations,
geographical locations & age groups also user
population can be differed in their ancestors ,
cultures , customs & language.

--- Anthropometry
Human

Human Interaction with system & its element :


Can be Physical , Phycological & Organizational

Genetic Changes, Behavioral Adaptations for short term,


Gender variables, Age variables, Clothing Factor, Ethnic
Variables, Body Positioning, Effect of Region etc.
Types of Anthropometric Data

Static
Anthropometry
Measurement

Dynamic
Anthropometry
Measurement
Measurement carried out when body & its part doesn’t Measurement carried out when body is in various
move & Its fixed or standarised. movements.
Anthropometric surveys

ANTHROPOMETER SKINFOLD CALIPER ANTHROPOMETRIC STADIOMETER


TAPE

SEGMOMETER INFANTO METER DEMOGRAPHIC


MARKERS
Poor Workplace Design
§ Inefficiency 
§ Fatigue 
Anthropometry § Accidents, injuries and errors  
& Ergonomics § User difficulties  
§ Low morale and apathy.
Principles of Applied Anthropometry in
Ergonomics
The normal distribution

Applying statistics to design

Minimum dimensions

Maximum dimensions

Cost–benefit analysis
The Normal
Distribution
Application of anthropometry in design

Standing eye Standing shoulder Standing elbow Standing knuckle Standing fingertip
Sitting height: D
height: height height height heigh

Sitting elbow Knee height and Buttock–popliteal


Popliteal height: Shoulder width: Hip breadth
height thigh depth: T length

Vertical reach
Abdominal/chest Grip
(sitting and Reach:
depth: circumference:
standing): H
Make different sizes
Design for Design adjustable products

everyone ‘Fit for use’ surveys


Design
adjustable
products
Products :
Anthropometry and personal space

• Define as the area immediately around the


body .
• Two important issue :-
1. volume of space regarded as personal territory.
2. consequence of invasion of space by others .

• Design decision regarding.


1. The size and spacing of seat in public
2. The proximity of desk
3. Take account of people space requirements.

• Minimum speration between desk


Effectiveness and cost-effectiveness

Benefits of
Industrial
protective
workplace
clothing that
layout
fits

Adjustability
Effectiveness
and
of office
adjustment
ergonomics
of office
interventions
furniture
Summary
References :
1. BIFMA International, Ergonomics Guidelines for VDT (Video Display Terminal) Furniture Used in Offi ce Workspaces. Document
G1-2002. February 28, 2002.
2. Chaffi n, D., Andersson, G.B.J., Martin, B. Occupational Biomechanics, Third Edition. New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1999.
3. Department of Justice, Code of Federal Regulations: ADA Standards for Accessible Design. 28 CFR, Part 36. July 1, 1994.
4. Dul, J. and Weerdmeester, B. Ergonomics for Beginners: A Quick Reference, Second Edition. London: Taylor & Francis, 2003.
5. Henry Dreyfuss Associates and Tilley, Alvin R. The Measure of Man and Woman, Revised Edition. New York: John Wiley & Sons,
Inc., 2002.
6. Grandjean, E., Kroemer, K., Kroemer, K.H.E. (ed.) Fitting the Task to the Human. London: Taylor & Francis, 1997.
7. Kroemer, K.H.E., H.B. Kroemer and K.E Kroemer-Elbert. Ergonomics: How to Design for Ease and Effi ciency. New Jersey:
Prentice Hall, 2001.
8. Löhr, Horst-D. Graphic of wheelchair used created by Horst-D Löhr; obtained as freeware from the Internet.
9. https://gharpedia.com/blog/tips-of-anthropometrics-while-designing/
10. Salvendy, Gavriel (ed.). Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics. New York: John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 1997.
11. Van de Graff, Kent. Human Anatomy, 4th Edition. Iowa: WCB Publishers, 1995.
12. Woodson, Wesley E., Barry Tillman, and Peggy Tillman. Human Factors Design Handbook, 2nd Edition. New York: McGraw-
Hill, Inc., 1992.

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