Three-Dimensional (3D) Anthropometry and Its Applications in Product Design

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## Bibliographic Reference

Ma, L. & Niu, J. (2021). Three-dimensional (3D) anthropometry and its applications in product design. In G. Salvendy & W. Karwowski (Eds.), *Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics* (5th ed., Chapter 11, pp. 283-302). John Wiley & Sons.

## BibTeX

```bibtex
@incollection{ma2021anthropometry,
  author = {Ma, Linghua and Niu, Jianwei},
  title = {Three-Dimensional (3D) Anthropometry and Its Applications in Product Design},
  booktitle = {Handbook of Human Factors and Ergonomics},
  editor = {Salvendy, Gavriel and Karwowski, Waldemar},
  publisher = {John Wiley \& Sons},
  year = {2021},
  edition = {5th},
  chapter = {11},
  pages = {283--302},
  doi = {10.1002/9781119636113.ch11}
}
```

## Summary

Comprehensive chapter on 3D anthropometry covering:
- Historical evolution from traditional 1D/2D measurements to 3D scanning
- Major 3D anthropometry surveys (CAESAR, SizeUK, SizeUSA, SizeChina, etc.)
- Data acquisition methods: laser scanners, structured light scanners, multi-image scanners
- Error sources: machine-related, human-related, environmental factors
- Data processing: noise reduction, missing data handling, point cloud registration, landmark identification
- Application approaches: univariate, population-based, user-centered, digital human modeling
- Product-oriented applications: helmets, ear-related products, glasses, footwear
- Digital Human Modeling (DHM) software: Jack, DELMIA, RAMSIS
- Future trends: individualized design, mass customization, portable 3D scanners, human-machine interface design

## Routing Note

Primary owner: human-centered-design-kb (physical ergonomics, product design methodology)
Cross-reference: Could inform wearable device design considerations in other KBs

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