Automated Anthropometric Measuring Device

[Bill Moroney (univ Of Dauton)]

Dear members of Biomch-L Discussion Forum,

I am looking for any information on computer based/automated
measuring devices or computer based/automated measuring
techniques, which could be used to gather anthropometric data for
mass screening purposes. I am interested in measuring
individuals in both sitting and standing postures. Ideally the
device would quickly produce valid and reliably measurements of
the following anthropometric features:

Standing: Stature, weight, thumbtip reach, bideltoid breadth

Sitting: Sitting height, Eye height, acromion height, knee
height, buttock-knee length, functional leg reach, thigh
clearance, abdominal depth, hip breadth.

Circumferences: Thigh

My current state of knowledge:
I am interested in gathering the type of data which would be
gathered using conventional anthropometric instruments (rods with
branches or blades). I am aware of the precision stadiometer
described by Eklund & Corlett (1984). I do not believe that
electronic imaging technology will meet my needs because it is
still requires a skilled operator to provide landmarks and it is
expensive. Furthermore, I am not interested in gathering body
surface data. I have seen references to a "Linkoping Apparatus
for the measurement of stature" and would like more information
on that device and similar devices.

I will provide a listing of the replies which I receive to this
request.

Thanks for any assistance you might provide.

William F. Moroney, PhD. CPE
Department of Psychology
University of Dayton
Dayton, OH 45469-1430
USA

PHONE: 513-229-2767; FAX 513-229-3900
EMAIL: MORONEY@SABER.UDAYTON.EDU