indian anthropometric dimensions for ergonomic design practice

This publication is base on research work done at NID. This will serve as a source of reference date for students and practising designers, architects, interior designers, engineers, ergonomists, and others, who require Indian human body dimensions covering the adult population. The data can be applied to multipurpose design uses. This book also includes guidelines for design applications of the data provided. Part I Human Body Structure And Its Relevance to Dimensional Design in The Indian Scenario 1 Chapter I The Human Body 2 Chapter II Anthropometric Data Survey: Methodology And Statistical Compilation/Significance 15 Part II Indian Anthropometric Data And Their Design Applications: Guidelince 29 Chapter III Indian Anthropometric Data 30 Chapter IV Anthropometric Considerations For General Design Application 95 Section A Guidelines For Design Use Based On Anthropometric Data 96 Section B Ergonomics Of The Design Of Products, Equipment And Accessories 102 Section C Man And His Complex Work Environment: Various Factors To Consider 109 Section D Manikins 143 References