Anthropometrics

Anthropometry is the measurement of the human body. People normally do not think about it but everyone experiences it daily. The reaching distance from the couch to the controller is a great example of how it is used. People normally have the controller in arms reach and the television is also normally set at a certain distance depending on big the screen is.
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When designing, anthropometry is used constantly. When a house is being designed for someone who is disabled or in a wheelchair, they are unable to reach normal heights so their arms reach needs to be considered for cabinets, closets, etc.
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Lastly, in stores certain items are at specific heights to target different customers. Toys and candy are lower so children can see them at eye level.
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  1. UnknownNovember 13, 2017 at 6:23 AM

    I really liked the examples that you used to explain anthropometrics. They gave a much better understanding of the word.

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