Written by an expert in human factors and ergonomics, this book explores designing for population groups that do not meet the customary standards in age, size, and abilities. The book illustrates various approaches to measuring the characteristics, capabilities, and limitations of those who differ from the norm. It provides the how-tos of designing for people who are smaller, weaker, or bigger, discusses specifically the design for persons with disabilities and the aging population, and covers human factors engineering for expectant mothers and ergonomics for children and teenagers. The author demonstrates how to design tools, homes, and environments to make working space safe and living space easy.