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Selected Anthropometric Dimensions

Anthropometric Dimensions

Humans vary significantly in size and build. In some situations, it is sufficient to design for the smallest or largest likely dimension. In other situations, adjustable benches, chairs or devices are required for the full range of people.

 

Note that these dimensions are from older studies of North American and primarily Caucasian personnel. 

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Typical Work Clearances

This diagram shows typical clearances for various work positions. The three values represent:

  • Minimum Recommended Clearance

  • Recommended Clearance

  • Clearance With Bulky Clothing

Ergonomic Series Articles

Ergonomics In Lean Manufacturing

Physiology
Biomechanics In Workstation Design
Anthropometry
Man-Machine Allocation
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Principles of Ergonomics
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References

Lee, Q, Nelson W., Amundsen, A., &  Tuttle, H., Facilities and Workplace Design, Institute of Industrial Engineers, Atlanta, Georgia, 1996.

Woodson, Wesley E. and Conover, Donald W., Human Engineering for Equipment Design 2nd Rev. Edition, University of California Press, Berkely, 1966.

Zandin, Kjell B. and Maynard, Harold B., Industrial Engineering Handbook 5TH Edition, McGraw-Hill, New York, 2001.

 

 

 

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