ANTHROPOMETRIC SIZING AND PATTERNING OF THE NEW EAGLE G-SUIT (CSU-20/P)

摘要

The previous prototypes of the Eagle G-Suit had a number of problems in size and fit Specifically, a large portion of the population fit into a single size, while only a few individuals fell into the remaining sizes. Further, many individuals could wear several sizes equally well. Clearly, this sizing system did not optimize fit, comfort, or functionality of this critical piece of protective clothing.rnOur approach to this problem was to first optimize the sizing. We made use of the significant adjustability of the garment to improve garment fit as well as reduce the number of sizes. Calculating the amount of adjustability at the waist, the hip, and down the legs allowed us to determine that two widths and two lengths (four sizes total) would accommodate the entire male flyer population.rnSecond, we created a pattern mockup for a Large-Long test subject. The pattern was adjusted until the test subject was able to get an ideal fit. The pattern was then adapted to accommodate the bodyrnsizes of all the other subjects in the same sizing category, and a base pattern for the Large-Long was created. The base pattern was graded to create the other sizes, using anthropometric data to guide the grade.rnFinally, test garments were made to conduct a larger-scale fit check. At this writing, the garments are complete, but the fit check has not yet been conducted.