Anthropometrics Flashcards
1
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What is anthropometry?
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Major branch of anthropology; studies the physical measurements of the human body to determine differences in individuals and groups
2
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What are free body diagrams?
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A snapshot that represents the interaction between the body and environment
3
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What is the role of anthropometry in biomechanics?
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Variables such as mass, length, mass moment of inertia, center of mass are essential for biomechanical calculations