Anthropometric Comparisons between Body Measurements of Men and Women

摘要

This report documents some of the differences in the body proportions of men and women in the region of the torso and legs. The study utilized discriminate analysis to pinpoint multivariate differences and regression analysis to indicate the magnitude of these differences from an applications' standpoint. The coefficients and estimates from these analyses are presented. It appears that men and women are proportioned so differently that it should be nearly impossible to have a single sizing system for coverall or flight suit types of clothing or equipment. Keywords: Anthropometrics; Gender differences; Face; Masks. (kt)