Classification of the Somatotype and Characteristics for the Construction of Obese Boy's Clothing(Part II)

비만아동의 의복설계를 위한 체형분류 및 특성연구(제 2보)

  • 조윤주 (부산대학교 생활환경대학 의류학과) ;
  • 이정란 (부산대학교 생활환경대학)
  • Published : 1999.06.01

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to classify the somatotype on obese boys of 9 to 11 years old and to make an offer the basis which would be suitable for basic pattern construction by studying of their characteristics, forms and shapes. For this study, data were analyzed by using of photographic measurements in regard to 40 variables. The factor scores used in factor analysis become the basis of determining the value of each variable of the cluster analysis. 1) Eight main factors were extracted from factor analysis. 2) Three types were classified by cluster analysis. 3) Correspondent analysis was applied to data of 4 types in anthropometry between 3 types in photometry.

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