the measure of man and woman: human factors in design

ISBN-13: 9780471099550 / Angielski / Twarda / 2001 / 112 str.

Alvin R. Tilley

Opis

Human factors research impacts everything from the height of kitchen counters to the placement of automobile pedals to a book's type size. And in this updated and expanded version of the original landmark work, you'll find the research information necessary to create designs that better accommodate human need. Featuring more than 200 anthropometric drawings, this handbook is filled with all of the essential measurements of the human body and its relationship to the designed environment. You'll also discover guidelines for designing for children and the elderly, for the digital workplace, and for ADA compliance. Measurements are in both English and metric units.

Spis treści

Preface.

Introduction.

Human Factors: A Brief History.

1. Anthropometry.

2. The Elderly.

3. Seating.

4. Residential Space Considerations.

5. Maintenance Access.

6. Safety at Work and at Home.

7. Vehicular Accommodation.

8. Displays.

9. Manual Controls.

10. The Environment.

Appendix A: Conversion Scales.

Appendix B: Abbreviations.

Appendix C: Anthropometric Terms.

Bibliography.

Index.

Illustations: Anatomical Planes and Orientations.

O autorze

HENRY DREYFUSS ASSOCIATES, a leading New York design firm, has been a major developer of anthropometric data for more than seventy years, gathering and publishing all the essential measurements of the human body and its relationship to the designed environment.

ALVIN R. TILLEY (1914 93), the firm′s specialist in human engineering for forty years, was recognized as one of the world′s foremost authorities on human factors. The compiler of the data presented in this volume, Tilley was coauthor of Humanscale and a major contributor to this book′s predecessor, The Measure of Man.

Blurb

• More than 200 anthropometric diagrams fully detailing "the measure of man and woman" from childhood to old age
• Covers the needs of the differently abled in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
• Human factors data on temperature, noise, radiation, lighting, and other environmental conditions
• Includes website with ErgoForms demo and CAD–ready sample figures

PRAISE FOR THE FIRST EDITION:

Gold Medal Winner for Design Explorations
BUSINESS WEEK′S ANNUAL DESIGN AWARDS

"The Measure of Man and Woman is a critical reference that is a must for every design school and office. It is elegant in its simplicity and usability. Once again, the Henry Dreyfuss team makes a major contribution to the profession!"
HERB TYRNAUER, FIDSA

"The Measure of Man and Woman is a major contribution to the understanding of anthropometric and ergonomic realities that influence the design process. It is a vital reference document that not only informs, but provokes an awareness of and a sensitivity to complex and composite issues. Not since Le Corbusier′s more subjective and interpretive Le Modulor has there been a comprehensive reevaluation of man and woman′s occupation of space and the subsequent implications, responsibilities, and possibilities."
CHARLES GWATHMEY, FAIA, ARCHITECT

The Measure of Man and Woman provides a comprehensive resource of critical information for creating products and environments that will suit the physical dimensions of people across the globe and with varying abilities. The revised edition of this classic volume includes more than 200 color drawings, up–to–date information on designing for the digital workplace, measurements for ADA compliance, a website featuring a demo version of ErgoForms an ergonomic CAD program and much more.