2 publications

• Published Subscription 19 Nov 2019

  Discomfort Analysis in Pneumatic Grinding: Steam Generator Manufacturing Industry

  By MANI CHIDAMBARAM, Sankaranarayanasamy Krishnasamy, Muthukumar Krishnamoorthy

  Abstract: Steam generator manufacturing involves a lot of custom designed components requiring intensive fabrication activities of welding and grinding. Pneumatic grinding machines of different types are widely used in such industries as they offer flexibility and ease of use. However, the deployment of pneumatic tools are associated with hand transmitted vibration and related health issues. The present study aims to evaluate the extent of discomfort levels of operators and its relationship …

  Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 3, 2016 · pp. 1–10 Read article →

• Published Subscription 2 Apr 2019

  Effectiveness of Polyurethane Handle Grip Materials on Hand Arm Vibration while Operating Hand Grinding Machines

  By MANI CHIDAMBARAM

  Abstract: The objective of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of handle grips of polyurethane materials of different densities on hand arm vibration while operating hand held grinding machines. The hand arm vibration was analyzed in terms of fingertip force, using FingerTPS systems. Polyurethane foam handle grips of thickness 4 mm, of four densities were chosen for the study. Thirteen healthy male subjects consisting of students and professionals were involved …

  Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 4, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 21–30 Read article →