The Theory of Striking Tools
- 1 October 1963
- journal article
- research article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Human Factors: The Journal of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society
- Vol. 5 (5) , 467-478
- https://doi.org/10.1177/001872086300500505
Abstract
A theoretical study of striking tools shows that the efficiency of the tool depends upon both the location of its center of gravity and the magnitude of its radius of gyration. Methods for evaluating desirable properties of striking tools are discussed. Energy losses arising from the use of the tool, as related to the mechanical properties of the tool, are also discussed in terms of efficiency. Criteria for the design of efficient tools follow from the analyses and discussions.Keywords
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