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ErSABA 4.2. – Computer software for automatic determination of human anthropometric measures

In designing a workspace adequate to specific working posture characteristics, it is necessary to know the operator’s anthropometric characteristics. Workspace dimensions should be matched to the operator’s anthropometric measures. To determine anthropometric measures for each individual operator is a complex and long lasting task. Newly developed computerised methods make the determination of all key bodily measures quick and accurate, so that workplace and environment dimensions can be matched to the anthropologic measures obtained. A computer software ERSABA has been developed, in 4.2. Version at the moment, which defines 22 characteristic anthropometric measures, using the input data of height, weight and gender, as well as the necessary requirements for accuracy and bodily postures at work. Knowing the anthropometric measures, fields of view and zones of reach in designing a workplace, it is possible, from the ergonomic point of view, precisely determine the dimensions of working environment for each individual operator. Knowledge of anthropometric measures and the application of computers and 3D graphic softwares, help in quick and effective development of ergonomic methods for modelling dimensions and shapes of workplace environment, so as to adapt them as much as possible to the operator in question. Applying the investigations of computerised workplace design help in ergonomic and functional defining and designing workplaces and their environment, which reduces operator fatigue, makes work more humane, and at the same time increases productivity and product quality.

nthropometric characteristics; anthropometric measures; workspace dimensions

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