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Anthropometer, a versatile design
R J Coffelt1, J Wikman-Coffelt, M S Kaminaka
1Department of Agricultural Engineering, University of California, Davis, USA.
Applied Ergonomics
|June 1, 1985
Summary
This study presents a portable, all-wood anthropometer. Its simple construction and disassembly allow for easy transport and direct measurement of body dimensions.
Area of Science:
- Anthropometry
- Biomedical Engineering
- Physical Anthropology
Background:
- Accurate measurement of human body dimensions is crucial in various scientific and medical fields.
- Existing anthropometric tools can be cumbersome, expensive, or difficult to transport.
- There is a need for accessible and portable measurement devices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To design and describe a novel, portable anthropometer constructed entirely from wood.
- To highlight the advantages of wood as a material for anthropometric instrument construction.
- To demonstrate the device's utility for direct linear measurement of body and limb dimensions.
Main Methods:
- The anthropometer was constructed using wood, featuring a base, vertical column, and adjustable cross/seat arms.
- Components are held together using wooden pegs and wedges for easy assembly and disassembly.
- Linear measurements are taken directly from scales incised onto the wooden components.
Main Results:
- The wooden anthropometer is easily built, disassembled, and reassembled, facilitating portability.
- Direct linear measurements of body and limb dimensions can be accurately obtained.
- The design allows for the measurement of various body and limb dimensions using adjustable components.
Conclusions:
- A portable, wooden anthropometer offers a cost-effective and transportable solution for anthropometric measurements.
- The simple design and construction make it accessible for various applications.
- This device facilitates direct measurement of human body dimensions, supporting research and clinical use.