Tool-handle design based on a digital human hand model

A significant part of manual work is still done using hand-tools. Therefore, a correct design is crucial for preventing upper-extremity musculoskeletal disorders, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, hand-arm vibration syndrome, tendonitis, etc. When considering the ergonomics of a hand-tool, in addition to its main functionality, the most important part is the tool's handle. Most of the authors have considered cylindrical handles and provided...