Hammer Design Using Ergonomic Knowledge-Based Guidelines

The chapter explores the importance of ergonomics in manual hand tool design, focusing on hammers. It highlights the need for proper design to prevent musculoskeletal disorders and improve user comfort. The authors present a detailed study on hammer handle design, incorporating ergonomic, anthropometric, and biomechanical principles. They define specific guidelines for hammer design, including handle weight, form, and dimensions, and demonstrate the design process through a case study of a new hammer handle. The chapter also discusses the evaluation of the new design, comparing it with existing hammers, and concludes with the potential benefits of implementing ergonomic knowledge-based guidelines in tool design.