THE SITTING POSITION IN A MOTOR CAR AS A FACTOR OF ACTIVE SAFETY

DIE SITZHALTUNG IM PKW ALS FAKTOR DER AKTIVEN SICHERHEIT

The human spine exhibits definite deformations which are determined by the shape of its individual elements. Should the spinal column be moved out of its forward convex into a backward convex position due to sitting, then abnormal posture results. The curvature is the result of sustained unphysiological posture which leads to tiredness in the short term and increased wear in the long term. Sitting posture is the most critical form of posture for the human frame, even if not appreciated by the individual concerned. In a motor car seat it is considered as a permanent position, as a typical work-seat, through which, in addition, vibrations are transmitted. Hence the highest requirements are demanded of such a seat. It is important not to allow a person to choose his own posture in a motor car, but to fix his body in the car seat such that the spine and large joints will remain loaded as normally as possible. /TRRL/

• Corporate Authors:

  Aerztliche Kraftfahrvereinigung Oesterreichs

  Weihburggase 10-12
  Vienna,   Austria 
• Authors:
  • Rosemeyer, B
• Publication Date: 1977-11

Language

• German

Media Info

• Pagination: 42 p.

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Ergonomics; Fatigue (Mechanics); Fatigue (Physiological condition); Posture; Seats; Spinal column; Vibration
• Old TRIS Terms: Seat (Car)
• ITRD Terms: 2029: Ergonomics; 2222: Fatigue (human); 2094: Posture; 1388: Seat (veh); 5558: Vibration
• Subject Areas: Highways; Vehicles and Equipment; I91: Vehicle Design and Safety;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00189126
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: Bundesanstalt für Straßenwesen (BASt)
• Report/Paper Numbers: Conf Paper
• Files: ITRD, TRIS
• Created Date: Mar 28 1979 12:00AM