Topic 1

Question 1

Static Anthropometric Data

Answer 1

Static: Collected as people stay still

Question 2

Dynamic Anthropometric Data

Answer 2

Dynamic: Collected in motion.

Question 3

Range of Sizes Vs. Adjustability

Answer 3

Range of sizes: Multiple variations on the size of the product to suit multiple different people. Adjustability: The product itself changes shape to suit different people. Tshirt Vs. Bike Helmet

Question 4

Clearance

Answer 4

Minimum distance required to enable the user group into or through an area (emergent exits/safety hatches)

Question 5

Reach

Answer 5

The distance an individual can move comfortably

Question 6

Physiological Factors - Defined

Answer 6

Designers consider psychological factors to ensure products meet ergonomic and confmfort needs

Question 7

Physiological Factors - Stated

Answer 7

Physical limitations, Size, Muscle Strength, Hand-Eye Coordination, Stamina

Question 8

Physiological Factors - Testing Methods

Answer 8

Performance Testing, user Trials, Case Studies, Anthropometric Data.

Question 9

Bio-Mechanical Factors - Stated

Answer 9

Force, Repetition, Duration, Posture

Question 10

Physiological Factors - Effects

Answer 10

Comfort, Convenience, Location, Frequency

Question 11

Psychological Factors - Defined

Answer 11

The subjective nature of experience (such as temperature in a room staying the same but some people feeling hot and some feeling cold)

Question 12

Psychological Factors - Stated

Answer 12

Light, Temperature, Vibration, Worker Density

Question 13

Human Information Processing

Answer 13

Input -> Sensory Processes -> Centeral Processes -> Motor Processes -> Output

Question 14

Scale of Measurement - No Oil In Rivers

Answer 14

Nominal: named groups
Ordinal: ordered groups
Interval: equally spaced intervals
Ratio: Areas of true comparison with a zero, ie height