Applying Clockwise and Counterclockwise Torque Directions in Pinch Grips: A Descriptive Study

• Main Authors: Saptari, Adi, Poh Kiat, Ng
• Format: Conference or Workshop Item
• Language: English
• Published: 2013
• Subjects: TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
• Online Access: http://eprints.utem.edu.my/id/eprint/9366/1/Applying_clockwise.pdf; http://eprints.utem.edu.my/id/eprint/9366/

Hand and finger-related injuries are increasingly common in the manufacturing industry. In relation to this, researchers have conducted various studies and found that a clockwise torque can produce a greater grip force than a counterclockwise torque direction, hence improving the grip control and e...