What do 'ergonomics' and 'anthropometrics' mean?

Design and technology

Anthropometrics means 'considerations that lead to the design of a product that functions well and is optimised for human use and interaction'.

'Anthropos' is a Greek word and it means 'human'

When anthropometric data is collected, data from the top and bottom 5% is not included in the 90% average that is used to design a 'product for all'.

Ergonomically designed products should be enjoyable to use.

Most products you buy are made for the 'average sized' person.

Custom made or bespoke products are made based upon the size of a specific client.

Ergonomically designed products might be more expensive.

Anthropometrics means 'human measurements'.