Variability in body size and shape of UK offshore workers: A cluster analysis approach
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- 作者：Arthur Stewart ; a.d.stewart@rgu.ac.uk" class="auth_mail" title="E-mail the corresponding author ; Robert Ledingham r.ledingham1@rgu.ac.uk" class="auth_mail" title="E-mail the corresponding author ; Hector Williams h.williams@rgu.ac.uk" class="auth_mail" title="E-mail the corresponding author
- 关键词：Offshore workers ; Body size ; Body shape ; 3D scanning ; Cluster analysis
- 刊名：Applied Ergonomics
- 出版年：2017
- 出版时间：January 2017
- 年：2017
- 卷：58
- 期：Complete
- 页码：265-272
- 全文大小：1360 K
文摘
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Heavier offshore workers are generally larger in body dimensions than lighter ones.
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11 distinct physique clusters can be identified amongst the workforce.
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These express high adiposity, and to a lesser extent muscularity.
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Physique clusters can be used to inform the design process for safety apparel.
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Enhanced fit optimises performance of survival clothing.