A dataset on anthropometric measurements of children in Jordan for ergonomic product design

The assessment and examination of anthropometric measures in children are of paramount significance in the advancement and creation of furniture, tools, and toys that specifically addresses the requirements of children as users. The dataset analyzed a total of 354 children from Jordan, divided into six distinct age groups ranging from 6 months to 9 years. The linear static measures included the skeletal dimensions pertaining to the distances between joints in the body, as well as the dimensions of the middle and lower bodies. It consists of 23 anthropometric measurements such as: stature, sitting height, knee height, eye height sitting, chest depth and shoulder breadth and others. The dataset supports the article “Preliminary and Comprehensive Static Anthropometric Measurements of Jordanian Children for Various Age Groups” [1]. The available data may initiate the establishment of a connection between anthropometric measurements and other design attributes used in Jordanian society. Additionally, these data have the potential to provide valuable insights for the development of diverse functional products, including clothing and safety equipment specifically tailored for the needs of children in Jordan.


a b s t r a c t
The assessment and examination of anthropometric measures in children are of paramount significance in the advancement and creation of furniture, tools, and toys that specifically addresses the requirements of children as users.The dataset analyzed a total of 354 children from Jordan, divided into six distinct age groups ranging from 6 months to 9 years.The linear static measures included the skeletal dimensions pertaining to the distances between joints in the body, as well as the dimensions of the middle and lower bodies.It consists of 23 anthropometric measurements such as: stature, sitting height, knee height, eye height sitting, chest depth and shoulder breadth and others.The dataset supports the article "Preliminary and Comprehensive Static Anthropometric Measurements of Jordanian Children for Various Age Groups" [1].The available data may initiate the establishment of a connection between anthropometric measurements and other design attributes used in Jordanian society.Additionally, these data have the potential to provide valuable insights for the development of diverse functional

Value of the Data
• The advancement and creation of furniture, tools, and games that specifically addresses the requirements of children as users.
• The potential to provide valuable insights for the development of diverse functional products, including clothing and safety equipment specifically tailored for the needs of children in Jordan.• The aforementioned data has immense value for researchers engaged in the study of child product development, particularly in the area of designing products with a focus on ergonomics.

Background
Anthropometric measurements are pivotal for enhancing convenience and comfort in designs, especially tailored for children.The establishment of this dataset stems from a deliberate effort to address the current gap in anthropometric data, specifically within pediatric statistics in Jordan.Given the rapid physical growth and maturation characterizing children's development, a comprehensive understanding of their anthropometric characteristics is essential for designing items that meet their needs and enhance overall usability.The dataset was collected using a meticulous technique that involved collecting anthropometric measurements from a representative sample of Jordanian children.
It is noteworthy that this data article does not make conclusive or interpretive statements; however, its significance comes from its potential to serve as a foundational resource for re-searchers, designers, and practitioners actively involved in the field of ergonomic product development.By providing detailed anthropometric data, this dataset not only reinforces the related research paper's findings and conclusions, but also broadens its applicability by serving as a valuable resource for future investigations and endeavors in the field of ergonomic product design for children in Jordan.

Data Description
The provided data consists of tables that give anthropometric measurements of children's bodies.Additionally, the available data provides substantial support for a research article focused on the areas of product design, development, and evaluation [1] .Human factors engineers often use anthropometry to enhance daily consumer items and improve the work environment, hence increasing safety and comfort.Anthropometry is an academic discipline that focuses on the study of human body proportions and physical features [2] .Table 1 displays the characteristics of the measuring instruments used in the acquisition of anthropometric data.Table 2 shows the distribution of children who were involved in the experiment.Table 3 and Fig. 1 provide a comprehensive list of 23 unique anthropometric dimensions along with their respective abbreviations and explanations.The all-encompassing dataset, which includes all relevant tables, can The linear distance between the top of the knee to the floor when sitting LPD Lumbar Popliteal Depth The linear distance between the lumbar to the back of the knee be accessed via the Mendeley Data repository, providing users with unrestricted and transparent entry to its contents.Fig. 2 displays a representative depiction of the distribution at the 50th percentile for Stature and weight over various age intervals for both males and females.The data presents growth charts for children in Jordan, which have significant value in the development of various tools and equipment pertaining to child growth, including clothing, tools, and toys.The data may also be fitted using a statistical tool in order to get the optimal curve and equation that accurately reflect the underlying model.The height and weight measurements for both boys and females were determined to follow an exponential distribution.The data fit may be seen in the inset located on the right side of each image.Nevertheless, there were no noteworthy disparities seen in terms of size and weight between boys and girls.

Experimental Design, Materials and Methods
This section provides a comprehensive explanation of the methodological framework, participant demographics, data gathering, and apparatus used in the present study.This research sought the participation of youngsters from various places in Jordan, and a total of 354 juveniles freely took part in this academic endeavor.The participants demonstrated an understanding of the primary goal of the study, which is to provide valuable knowledge that may support the creation of a diverse range of practical goods.
The dataset being analyzed consists of a group of 354 individuals, ranging in age from 6 months to 9 years.The study used anthropometric techniques as the fundamental approach for measuring the physical measurements of youngsters and analyzing specific anatomical features.
According to the data supplied by the department of statistics in Jordan, the children with less than 9 years old are with percentage of 23.75% of the total Jordanian populations (about 10.5 Million).The total children population (N) was calculated to be about 2.5 Million.The sample size was calculated using the following statistics equation: Where N is the total population (2.5 million), e is the margin of error (0.05 is used), z is the z-score (1.65 for 90% confidence level) and p is the standard deviation among responses (0.5 is used for worst case) where 90% confidence level and 5% of marginal error were used.The used of the previous equation resulted of sample size of 273 children.More sample size means more accurate results, so that a total number of 354 was adapted and collected from kindergartens, schools and child care centers from different main Jordanian cities (Amman, Zarqa and Ibrid).These cities are considered to be the largest cities in Jordan.The cities have the same environment and the same life style for children.However, the 354 children were selected randomly from these cities.The measurements were taken once for each children and for each anthropometric measure.Different trials mean nothing in this case due to the accuracy and the applied measurement tools.Moreover, dealing with children will not give the measurement team the opportunity to take different measures due to the difficulty in children behavior and stability.
To ensure the accuracy and consistency of these measures, the study used particular anthropometric instruments, including the Lafayette Caliper, Lafayette Chest Depth gauge, and a standard Scale.The selection of these tools was based on their demonstrated precision in obtaining anthropometric data.Additional information on the attributes and technical parameters of these measuring devices may be obtained by referring to Table 1 .

Limitations
None.

Ethics Statement
This research followed ethical guidelines, ensuring that all subjects gave informed consent.The consent method required a clear explanation of study facts and confirmed participants' voluntary acceptance.

Fig. 2 .
Fig. 2. The 50th percentile distribution of the data (a) Stature for boys (b) Stature for girls (c) Weight for boys (d) weight for girls, the inset shows the exponential distribution parameter.

Fig. 3
Fig.3illustrates the dispersion of the 50th percentile for stature and weight over various age intervals and genders, in contrast to other countries such the United States, Europe, China, and Turkey[3][4][5][6] .The data shown in Fig.3 (c) and (d) illustrates significant variations in weight among Jordanian children aged four years and older.The observed variations indicate that it is advisable for youngsters in Jordan to own personalized designs pertaining to furniture, tools, and other related items.

Fig. 3 .
Fig. 3.The 50th percentile distribution of the data in comparison with the US, Europe, Chinese, Turkish showing (a) Stature for boys (b) Stature for girls (c) Weight for boys (d) weight for girls.

Table 2
Distribution of children by gender, age groups, and location.

Table 3
The Anthropometric dimensions' abbreviations and their meanings.