HIS 2129 Chapter 0: Original Films of Frank B Gilbreth
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Original films of frank b gilbreth part 1&2. Frank gilbreth during his lifetime made over 250,000 feet of 35mm motion picture films developed motion study. James perkins reviewed and indexed all of these original films. The film was shot between 1910 and 1924 and showcased industrial operations from which motion study technique was developed. They focused on factory production and distribution of goods. Gilbreth"s camera was a 35mm model made in 1910. Required hand cranking (speed up or slow motion effects) Placed a calibrated clock called a microchronometer near operator. Frank gilbreth father of motion study was born in 1868 and died 1924. Originated during horse-drawn wagon and horse-less buggy. 1st application was on the world"s oldest mechanical trade bricklaying. Using packets to hold bricks to eliminate waste motion for non-stooping scaffolding. 2 handed method was 21% more output than one handed method. 2 hands and 1 foot was 61% more output than one handed method.
