BS ISO 16840-2:2018
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Wheelchair seating Determination of physical and mechanical characteristics of seat cushions intended to manage tissue integrity
Hardcopy , PDF
25-04-2024
English
02-02-2018
Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Symbols and abbreviated terms
5 Apparatus
6 Preparation of test cushion
7 Sequence of testing
8 Frictional properties
9 Impact damping under normal loading conditions
10 Recovery
11 Loaded contour depth and overload deflection
12 Water spillage
13 Biocompatibility
14 Hysteresis test
15 Test report
16 Disclosure requirement
Annex A (normative) - Tapered uniform
geometry RCLI
Annex B (informative) - Typical ranges for ISO
16840 2 tests and indicative cushion
implications
Annex C (informative) - Horizontal stiffness and
sliding resistance
Annex D (informative) - RCLIs for testing of
alternatively sized cushions
Bibliography
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