At the request of the F-35 JPO, a Fit Mapping test on the JSF Light Weight Coverall (RFDB prototype flight suit) was performed during 2009. This test was carried out to determine: if the coverall gave pilots an adequate fit, if there were an appropriate number of sizes to cover the target population, if the size chart is accurate and user friendly, and how many of each size should be ...
This fit mapping manual is intended to offer detailed up-to-date guidance for preparing, performing and analyzing fit evaluations for most types of clothing and protective equipment. The term Fit Mapping is used to differentiate it from the traditional fit testing that has been conducted primarily for determining an accommodation rate and verification of requirements. This manual addresses: 1) definition of the Fit Criteria (Concept of fit) for a test item, ...
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