Rapid and Complete body shape scanners

Abstract

Human body shape data have become more and more utilized for designing well-fitting products. The following specifications are required for the measurement equipment of human body to obtain data easily used for the designing purpose: (1) the accuracy should be 1.0 mm for the whole body, 0.5 mm for the head; (2) measurement duration should be within 1.0 sec in order to minimize the body sway effect; (3) hidden areas should be minimal. We have developed new scanners based on these specifications. The head scanner is developed by NEC Corp., and the whole body scanner by Hamano Engineering Co., Ltd. The head shape including back of the ear and under the chin could be measured by the head scanner within 1.0 sec. The body shape including the crotch, the armpit and under the bust could be measured by the whole body scanner in 1.8 sec.