Anthropometry

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Anthropometry
Anthropometry studies describes the dimensions of
the human body. Since no two human body is
identical, this uniqueness has been the object of
curiosity and research for over 200 years. The
areas of which anthropometry is useful includes
automobile design, work site ergonomics,
equipment design, airplane cockpit design and
clothing fit. Traditional methods of measuring
the body include the use of anthropometric
instruments, such as a weight scale, measuring
tape, anthropometer, spreading caliper and head
spanner. As well as the use of landmarks which
are the common points on a body. This process is
both difficult and time consuming. An
anthropometric survey of US Army personnel took 4
hours to physically landmark, measure and record
the data of ONE subject. With the use of 3D
scanners, body measurement techniques can be
non-contact, instant and accurate.
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Anthropometry

• Benefits
• Reduce injuries
• Optimizes performances
• Maximizes effectiveness
• Minimizes human errors
• Improves morale and productiveness
• Ensures good fit of man to job (environment)

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Using the VIVID 910
Position the person in front of the VIVID 910 and
have him stay still during the scanning process
to ensure best results. Registering of the
scanned data to get a complete model. The lower
half of the body will be scanned later and merge
to the top torso for a complete human model.
Distance 1 to 1.8m away from the scanner
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Memorabilia / Souvenirs
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Memorabilia / Souvenirs
Purpose Rapid prototyping of souvenirs Process
Scanning with VIVID 910 Merged with
Rapidform2004 Hair created in Maya. Total
time taken 3 hours per model.