A survey of the anthropometric data relating to five ethnic groups in Assam considering gender and ethnic diversity: Application of the data in designing an improvised pedal-operated Chaak

Bhattacharjya, Bibhuti Ranjan; Kakoty, Sashindra Kumar

doi:10.1016/j.ergon.2020.102927

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“…However, the headroom height of the existing Veh‐2 is 92 cm resulting in trunk flexion during the normal sitting posture. The height adjustability of the sighting device at the eye level is also important (Bhattacharjya & Kakoty, 2020); otherwise, the gunner or commander might face excessive body flexion or extension that may lead to MSDs (MoD Std 00‐25‐17, 2004). Fixed‐eye‐point design is quite important for the sighting and control units (Hogberg, 2009; Vogt et al, 2005).…”

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Understanding the synthesis of anthropometric diversity and workspace dimensions in ergonomic design of light armored vehicle

Wibneh

Singh

Karmakar

2021

Hum Ftrs & Erg Mfg Svc

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Background and objective To ensure effective carrying, scouting, patrolling, and large‐scale combat operations, the workspace design of light armored vehicles (LAVs) should be compatible with anthropometry and range of motion (ROM) measurements of the soldiers. This study examines the extent of mismatch between the anthropometric dimensions of the Ethiopian army and existing workspace dimensions of the LAV. Predictive equations have been formulated for design dimensions considering anthropometry and ROM of the target population to avoid possible incompatibility. Method The assessment was conducted on three existing Ethiopian LAVs, and mathematical equations were framed to predict the vehicular design dimensions. Anthropometric and ROM data of Ethiopian soldiers (n = 310) from an earlier reported survey by the authors were utilized. The accommodation capacity of existing LAVs was evaluated using a one‐way or two‐way (mis)match criterion, based on individual workspace characteristics. Along with the predicted dimensions, key vehicular dimensions were compared with other globally accepted vehicular standard dimensions. Results Twenty‐two basic design dimensions that comply with ergonomics principles were proposed. A high mismatch (in terms of the accommodating capacities of the three LAVs) between the existing and predicted design dimensions indicates the incompatibility of the existing design dimensions in their accommodation of most Ethiopian army personnel. The predicted dimensions comply with different global vehicular standards, thus validating the results. Conclusion The research findings indicate that the incompatibilities between vehicular space dimensions and army personnel's anthropometry must be addressed to evade the adverse consequences on occupational health. The LAVs should be redesigned according to the anthropometry and ROM dimensions of Ethiopian soldiers.

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Understanding the synthesis of anthropometric diversity and workspace dimensions in ergonomic design of light armored vehicle

Wibneh

Singh

Karmakar

2021

Hum Ftrs & Erg Mfg Svc

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“…Stress was given to developing ergonomically correct working tools for the artisans. Bhattacharjya and Kakoty (2020a) have discussed how ergonomic principles are followed during the designing stage of the Improvised Chaak. The innovation process consists of six different steps, namely ideation, need identification, preliminary design, detail design, prototype testing, and technology transfer.…”

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Co-creating community-led frugal innovation: An adapted Quadruple Helix?

2023

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“…In recent years, anthropometry has been used to design safe and comfortable workplaces and products [ 7 , 8 ]. Employing anthropometry may enhance the well-being of the human body [ 9 ].…”

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Occupational Safety and Health for Adult Saudi Arabian Women: Utilizing National Anthropometric Data

Alrashdan

2024

Healthcare

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In the last five years, the female labor force has increased rapidly in Saudi Arabia. This is due to the new government’s vision to empower women. For many decades, Saudi females were excluded from working in certain fields due to cultural restrictions. Nowadays, Saudi women are not only joining the service workforce but are currently employed in more physically demanding careers, such as manufacturing and military jobs, which were previously dominated by males. It becomes necessary to design workplaces, tools, and equipment to safely accommodate the female physical attributes, which include body dimensions. This study presents the anthropometric measurements of Saudi Arabian adult females. In total, 504 female subjects aged 20–70 participated in the study. Thirty-eight body measurements, including weight and triceps skinfold, were taken in sitting and standing postures. The main contribution of this study is to provide a national anthropometric database of Saudi females, which is very limited, especially for females in the age groups under study. The availability of such data will allow foreign and local manufacturers to design usable and safe products and workspaces for a wide range of Saudi adult females. The findings reveal that there are no significant differences in the body dimensions of Saudi females across all age groups, except for stature height, eye height, chest depth, skinfold (mm), sitting height, buttock–knee length, and hip breadth. The study also reveals that Saudi females’ body sizes are different from other Asian, Middle Eastern, and British nations, which invalidates the assumption of using other nations’ body measurements to estimate Saudis’ body measurements. Utilizing the supermarket cashier workstation to assess the appropriateness of commercial station fit for Saudi females’ body dimensions, the results underscore the crucial role of anthropometric measurements in addressing differences between product design and the unique body dimensions of Saudi females. The identified anthropometric mismatch highlights potential risks, emphasizing the threat to the working safety of Saudi females. Moreover, the data can be used by health professionals as a base to evaluate the health of Saudi adult females. Descriptive statistics and extreme values are determined. The data are presented in standard anthropometric tables.

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A survey of the anthropometric data relating to five ethnic groups in Assam considering gender and ethnic diversity: Application of the data in designing an improvised pedal-operated Chaak

Cited by 14 publications

References 52 publications

Understanding the synthesis of anthropometric diversity and workspace dimensions in ergonomic design of light armored vehicle

Understanding the synthesis of anthropometric diversity and workspace dimensions in ergonomic design of light armored vehicle

Co-creating community-led frugal innovation: An adapted Quadruple Helix?

Occupational Safety and Health for Adult Saudi Arabian Women: Utilizing National Anthropometric Data

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