Project BIOSCAN has trialled an anthropometric body scanner for aircrew clothing measurements.
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Currently the precise body measurements needed for things such as aircrew clothing are taken individually, which is a time-consuming process that has room for human error.
It takes on average 15 minutes to accurately take the measurements required for just one person. This new body scanner measures 150 anthropometrical points on the human body with precision and produces a 3D model in only 8 seconds. As well as increasing speed and accuracy, it has a direct positive impact on safety through the correct fitting of critical flight safety clothing for our aviators.
Project BIOSCAN has been a resounding success and the anthropometric body scanner is now routinely used by the Centre of Aviation Medicine. Investigations are now underway as to how this technology can be implemented in other areas, both saving time and money across the RAF.
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