Development and Description of a Device for Satic Strength Measurement in the Armed Forces Examination and Entrance Station.
Abstract
A device for muscular strength measurement designed for possible use in the AFEES is presented. Muscle groups involving the upper body, legs and trunk were selected for measurement as being most representative of the functional muscle groups most relevant to the Army's needs. The isometric (static) mode of testing was selected due to its simplicity of administration, reliability and reduced susceptibility to motivational influences. Biomechanical factors including subject-machine couplings, anatomical angles and minimization of synkinetic movement patterns are considered. The apparatus and calibration techniques are described. Standardized postures, anatomical angles and instructions are included. Reliability coefficients of 0.97, 0.92 and 0.83 were obtained for the upper body, legs and trunk respectively. Descriptive statistics and histograms for a representative population are included. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 09, 1979
- Accession Number
- ADA068684
Entities
People
- Dennis Kowal
- James Wright
- Joseph J Knapik
- Michael Sacco
- Patrick Riley
Organizations
- United States Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine