Hello,

Try http://www.ankrumassociates.com/articles/articles_index_page.htm and
click on the link for the vertical horopter article. I did a study that
essentially says that the top tipped away from the line of sight is better than the
opposite.

Regards,

Denny Ankrum



In a message dated 4/26/2005 11:39:10 AM Central Daylight Time,
Matt_Kuklis@HILL-ROM.COM writes:

> Biomechanists,
>
> Does anyone have any good references for field of vision or zones of
> optimal vision? In particular, I am interested in at what angles a
> surface (with for instance text on it) can be relative to the line of
> sight while still allowing the user to read/see what is on it. Ideally
> there may exist studies/research on normal healthy subjects as well as how
> age affects these variables.
>
> If anyone could provide me with applicable references, I would greatly
> appreciate it.
>
> Best regards,
> Matt
>
> ________________
> Matt Kuklis
> Hill-Rom Co., Inc.
> Adv. Biomechanical Engineer
>