Breast Measurement

Benchmarks, Methods, and Techniques
Erscheinungsjahr 2026
ISBN: 978-981-9242-73-3
Verlag: Springer

Buch, Englisch, 461 Seiten, Format (B × H): 155 mm x 235 mm

Reihe: Design Science and Innovation

This book focuses on the benchmarks, methods, and technologies of female breast measurement. It addresses the need for a systematic framework for measuring the breast as a highly variable, three-dimensional, and dynamic soft-tissue structure.
The book examines the theoretical foundations of breast measurement, the definition of measurement points and coordinate systems, methods for assessing breast morphological features, volume, and asymmetry, and the use of mechanical, digital, and advanced measurement technologies. It also discusses how measurement data can be translated into practical applications, including functional lingerie design, breast health-related recording, sports support, smart wearable systems, and personalized health management.
A central feature of the book is its attention to dynamic breast morphology across different physiological and use contexts, including development, lactation, body-weight change, movement, wearing conditions, and postoperative recovery. By linking anthropometry, ergonomics, design, and health-related applications, the book provides a structured reference for researchers, students, designers, engineers, and professionals working in human measurement, lingerie design, wearable technology, and women’s health-related product development.

Zielgruppe

Research

Autoren/Hrsg.

Zhao, Yulin

Fachgebiete

• Technische Wissenschaften Sonstige Technologien | Angewandte Technik Medizintechnik, Biomedizintechnik
• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Vorklinische Medizin: Grundlagenfächer Anatomie
• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Medizin, Gesundheitswesen Biomedizin, Medizinische Forschung, Klinische Studien
• Technische Wissenschaften Technik Allgemein Konstruktionslehre und -technik
• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Medizin, Gesundheitswesen Medizintechnik, Biomedizintechnik, Medizinische Werkstoffe

Inhaltsverzeichnis

The Background and Theory of Female Breast Measurement.- Breast Measurement Benchmarks.- Methods of Breast Measurement.- Breast Measurement Technologies.- Applications and Future Trends of Breast Measurement Technologies.

Über Autor(innen)

Yulin Zhao is an Assistant Professor and PhD Supervisor at the Faculty of Innovation and Design, City University of Macau. She received her PhD in Engineering from Guangdong University of Technology in 2018. Her research focuses on anthropometry, ergonomics, industrial design, and clothing ergonomics.
Dr. Zhao’s work covers theoretical research as well as the application of ergonomic and anthropometric principles in practical design and health management, with attention to personalized health management and smart design technologies. She has conducted research on breast shape measurement benchmarks and proposed related measurement standards and methods, particularly in relation to breast shape measurement in adolescent girls during developmental stages. Her research outputs include SCI- and EI-indexed publications, as well as patent-related work in breast shape measurement and lingerie design. She is a member of the Chinese Ergonomics Society.