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An investigation of finger pull strengths

Authors :
Imrhan, Sheik N.
Sundararajan, Krishnamurthy
Source :
Ergonomics. March, 1992, Vol. 35 Issue 3, p289, 11 p.
Publication Year :
1992

Abstract

A study to determine the quality of pull strength was conducted. Three types of pulls were explored, lateral pinch-pull, chuck pinch-pull and pulp pinch-pull. The subjects were coomposed of 70 college students. Results indicated that the lateral pinch-pull provided the greatest force. This type of pull requires a large surface of contact. The index finger pinch requires less space but generates weaker force.

Details

ISSN :
00140139
Volume :
35
Issue :
3
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Ergonomics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.13392039