ABSTRACT
In the airplane passenger cabin, there are several design features intended for use by the seated passenger. The design engineer needs to consider the extents of seated reach and vision for the passenger population. Digital human models (DHM) can provide this information, but for accurate results, the DHM must be positioned properly. Unlike some other common seated environments, there is no standard way to position a DHM in an airplane passenger seat. The method described herein is a proposal to create a standard passenger posture. Subjects representing the passenger population were scanned in representative airplane seats. The relationship of the subjects to the seats, along with their posture was measured. A method was then developed to place and position a DHM in a digital passenger seat.
When designing for the seated airplane passenger, design engineers need to ensure reach and vision to several places in the passenger's environment. Passengers need to be able to reach to light switches, flight attendant call buttons and tray tables. Regulations require that passengers are able to view Fasten Seat Belt and Exit signs
