To assess the merit of using computer-aided design to model man in three dimensions, many potential problems and advantages must be considered. This paper addresses two related issues. First, it outlines several problems associated with obtaining information on the topic and second, it suggests several ways in which computer man-modelling is superior to traditional workplace design methods.
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