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2008-03-25

2008-03-25

Raevis, Robert (Department: 2856)

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ABSTRACT:
A design template includes a torso section being one of a group of a 95thpercentile male, 50thpercentile male and 5thfemale having each being one of a group of an ERECT posture, a NEUTRAL posture and a SLUMPED posture.

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