THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE MAXIMUM FORCE EXERTABLE BY THE HAND IN A HORIZONTAL PULL AND THE ENDURANCE OF A SUB-MAXIMAL HOLDING RESPONSE

Abstract

The relationship between the maximum force of hand pull and the endurance of a sub-maximal holding response was measured in a variety of situations. A substantial correlation was obtained between the measures. The work situations most favorable for the production of large, short term control forces tend to be most favorable for the maintenance of lesser forces. Whether an operator is required to apply a large force to a control for a short period of time, or whether a lesser force must be maintained for longer periods, performance is best when the leg and arm are almost straight and the thigh is elevated above the horizontal.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 25, 1961
Accession Number
AD0255878

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  • Lee S. Caldwell

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  • United States Army Medical Research Laboratory

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