Anthropometrics2

 A** nthropometrics ** is the study of the human form and human sizes.  It involves finding out such things as:  · How far on average people can safely reach for objects. · How much space they need. · How much force they can apply to an object. Anthropometric Data comes in the form of charts and tables. In order to design a child’s toy it is essential to have collected hand and body sizes. It may provide specific sizes such as finger lengths and hand spans but they also offer average group sizes for people of different age ranges. Other sizes to consider are heights, reach, grip and sight lines.
 * __Anthropometrics __ **