After Midterm Flashcards
1
Q
What is Anthropometry?
A
- derived from the greek word “anthropos” (man) and “metron” (to measure)
- concerned with the physical sizes and shapes of humans
- deals with measuring the human body’s size, mass, shape, and inertial properties for occupational, recreational, and design purposes.
2
Q
How is Anthropometry involved in Ergonomic Approach to Design?
A
- user-centred design: achieve the best match product, user and task (optimize between the three)
- FJP (fit job to the person
3
Q
What defines a successful ergonomic approach with anthropometry?
A
efficiency
ease of use
comfort
health and safety
quality of working life
