Estimation of body surface area coverage by garment items: different approaches using mesh base modelling

Abstract

Digital Human Modelling can be applied to determine skin exposure to sun as a factor in modelling risk of skin cancer. To determine body area covered by clothing (BSAC), a variety of garment data must be overlaid with the human model. Two approaches, one based on creation of clothing using MakeHuman add-ons in Blender, and the other based on the import of data are exemplified. Results are compared with data from Zhang [6]. We found that a scalable library of garment elements, assembled to typical apparel is a feasible way to model clothing. We conclude that valid BSAC could be determined.