Ergonomics in Industrial Design

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Match the following chairs with their designers and years of creation:

Hiroshima Chair = Naoto Fukasawa / 2010 Air Chair = Jasper Morrison / 2000 Tip Ton = Barber Osgerby / 2011 Cafe Chair 233 = Michael Thonet / 1892

Match the following chairs with their respective manufacturers:

Hiroshima Chair = Maruni Tip Ton = Vitra Setu Chair = Herman Miller Tripp Trapp = Stokke

Match the following chairs with their design movements:

CESA Chair = Bauhaus-Knoll Cafe Chair 233 = Thonet Air Chair = Magis Tip Ton = Vitra

Match the following chairs with their design year:

Setu Chair = 2000 Cafe Chair 233 = 1892 Tripp Trapp = 1972 Hiroshima Chair = 2010 Signup and view all the answers

Match the following chairs with their notable attributes:

Tip Ton = Reclining design Tripp Trapp = Adjustable seat height Setu Chair = Sustainable materials Air Chair = Lightweight construction Signup and view all the answers

Match the following ergonomic chair components with their characteristics:

Seat height = Knee joint height + sole + 43 cm Backrest width = Hip width sitting P95 Armrest height = Elbow height sitting P50 Lumbar support = 20 to 25 cm high Signup and view all the answers

Match the following ergonomic principles with their descriptions:

Dynamic sitting = Constant change in posture Static position = Continuous strain on ligaments Stool functions = One fixed position is not ergonomic Adjustable chairs = Better distribution of possibilities Signup and view all the answers

Match the following comfort features of chairs with their benefits:

Waterfall edge = Reduces pressure on thighs Breathable materials = Enhances airflow around body Cushioning material = Improves sitting comfort Lumbar support = Supports lower back Signup and view all the answers

Match the following chair dimensions with their specifications:

Seat depth = Bil-knee hollow depth P5 - 5 cm Backrest inclination = 105 degrees Distance between armrests = Hip width sitting P95 + 5 cm Total seat width = Hip width sitting P95 + optional allowance Signup and view all the answers

Match the following ergonomic chair features with their additional attributes:

Stackable = Saves space during storage Vandalism proof = Durable against damage Easy to clean = Enhances maintenance UV resistant = Withstands sun exposure Signup and view all the answers

Match the following ergonomic terms with their definitions:

Sitting dimensions = Measurements for ergonomic seating Postural support = Helps maintain correct body alignment Ergonomic design = Focuses on user comfort and efficiency Supportive cushioning = Enhances comfort and minimizes fatigue Signup and view all the answers

Match the following ergonomic concepts with their implications:

Lumbar support height = 20 to 25 cm from the seat Negative inclination = 0° to 5° Seat width recommendation = At least 45 cm for comfort Arm length specification = 20 cm for each armrest Signup and view all the answers

Match the following ergonomic chair considerations with their relevance:

Weight = Ease of movement and transport Alignment = Ensures proper body posture Grip handles = Facilitates manipulation of the chair Environmental resilience = Resistance against UV and temperature changes Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ergonomics in Industrial Design

Industrial product design often involves ergonomic considerations, particularly in seating.
No single ergonomic chair suits all tasks; each needs a different posture.
Constant sitting in the same position strains ligaments and puts pressure on spinal discs.
The best posture is the "next posture" one should adopt, constantly shifting.

Seating/Chairs

A truly ergonomic chair doesn't exist.
Every task requires a tailored posture.
Static postures are not ergonomic, necessitating postural adjustments.

Seating Dimensions and Principles

Sitting: Chair height should match knee height plus footwear thickness (+43cm). Seat depth is from the buttock to the knee bend (minus 5cm). Seat width should match hip width (+45cm). Seat inclination should be negative (0-5°).
Backrest: Backrest height should be from shoulder height minus 10cm (40-50cm). Backrest width equals hip width.
Armrests: Armrest height is elbow height (24cm), and distance between armrests is hip width plus 5 cm (50cm). Armrest width 5cm. Armrest length is 20cm.
Additional Ergonomic Aspects (Chairs): Chairs should be stackable, lightweight, easy to clean, and resistant to damage from weather and UV light.

Specific Chair Designs and Designers

Hiroshima Chair: Designed by Naoto Fukasawa for Maruni in 2010.
Air Chair: Designed by Jasper Morrison for Magis in 2000.
Tip Ton Chair: Designed by Barber Osgerby for Vitra in 2011.
Cafe Chair: Designed by Michael Thonet for Thonet in 1892.
Cesa Chair: Designed by Marcel Breuer for Bauhaus-Knoll.
Setu Chair: Designed by Herman Miller Team 7.5
Tripp Trapp: Designed by Peter Opsvik for Stokke in 1972.

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Explore the vital role of ergonomics in industrial design, focusing on seating and posture. This quiz delves into the considerations necessary for designing ergonomic chairs that adapt to various tasks. Understand the importance of dynamic postures and design principles that enhance comfort and function.