Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Machines: Problem Solving I01:22

Machines: Problem Solving I

A toggle clamp is a mechanical device commonly used for holding and clamping objects in various applications, such as woodworking, metalworking, and assembly operations. Consider a toggle clamp subjected to a force of 200 N at the handle. The vertical clamping force can be calculated, provided the dimensions of the toggle clamp are known.
The toggle clamp system is a machine structure consisting of movable, pin-connected multi-force members that form a stabilized system to transmit forces. The...
Controller Configurations01:22

Controller Configurations

Controller configurations are crucial in a car's cruise control system because they manage speed over time to maintain a consistent pace regardless of road conditions, thereby meeting design goals. In traditional control systems, fixed-configuration design involves predetermined controller placement. System performance modifications are known as compensation.
Control-system compensation involves various configurations, most commonly series or cascade compensation, in which the controller aligns...
Load-frequency control01:28

Load-frequency control

Load-frequency control (LFC) is vital for maintaining power system stability, ensuring that frequency and power flows remain within acceptable limits during load changes. Turbine-governor control eliminates rotor accelerations and decelerations following load changes. However, a steady-state frequency error persists when the change in the turbine-governor reference setting is zero. In an interconnected power system, each area agrees to export or import a scheduled amount of power through...
PD Controller: Design01:26

PD Controller: Design

In automotive engineering, car suspension systems often employ Proportional Derivative (PD) controllers to enhance performance. PD controllers are utilized to adjust the damping force in response to road conditions. A controller, acting as an amplifier with a constant gain, demonstrates proportional control, with output directly mirroring input.
Designing a continuous-data controller requires selecting and linking components like adders and integrators, which are fundamental in Proportional,...
Turbine-Governor Control01:17

Turbine-Governor Control

Turbine-governor control is crucial for maintaining power system stability by balancing turbine mechanical power output with electrical load demand. This mechanism ensures that generator frequency and rotor speed are within acceptable limits during load variations. Turbine-generator units store kinetic energy due to their rotating masses; this energy is released to meet the load requirement when the load increases. The electrical torque of turbines rises to meet the demand, whereas the...
Machines: Problem Solving II01:30

Machines: Problem Solving II

Machines are complex structures consisting of movable, pin-connected multi-force members that work together to transmit forces. Consider a lifting tong carrying a 100 kg load. It comprises movable sections DAF and CBG linked together with member AB.

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Droplet size distribution characteristics of Bacillus thuringiensis and Beauveria bassiana bio-pesticide solutions for hydraulic nozzles.

Scientific reports·2026
Same author

Analyzing Audiometric Data of Agricultural Tractor Drivers in India Using Data Mining Techniques.

Journal of agromedicine·2026
Same author

Optimization of specific spray volume for spray application in pomegranate orchard using response surface methodology.

Scientific reports·2026
Same author

Development and performance evaluation of variable width raised bed former with optimal parameters predicted by RBF neural network-PSO technique.

Scientific reports·2026
Same author

Development and optimization of an automatic transplanting device for plug tray vegetable seedlings using embedded system.

Scientific reports·2025
Same author

Assessment of nutritional status and habitual dietary intake of Indian farm women: Evidence from a case study in central India.

Nutrition (Burbank, Los Angeles County, Calif.)·2023
Same journal

Occupational accident patterns over five decades in a chemical plant: a case study focusing on the structural shift toward human factors.

Industrial health·2026
Same journal

Occupational exposure to BTEX compounds in paint manufacturing workers: a case study from Saudi Arabia.

Industrial health·2026
Same journal

The longitudinal effect of multiple job demands on fatigue and sleep problems: the moderating role of recovery experiences.

Industrial health·2026
Same journal

Association between long working hours and all-cause and cardiovascular disease mortality: a cohort study of Korean wage workers.

Industrial health·2026
Same journal

A laboratory evaluation of the determination method for hexamethylene diisocyanate and 4,4'-diphenylmethane diisocyanate using 1-(2-methoxyphenyl) piperazine by LC-UV/FLD for occupational exposure measurement.

Industrial health·2026
Same journal

The impact of sleep quality on suicidal behavior among international students and workers in South Korea: a cross-sectional study.

Industrial health·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 31, 2026

Measurement of the Hand Transmitted Vibration of the Human Hand Arm System During Operation of a Hand Tractor
09:35

Measurement of the Hand Transmitted Vibration of the Human Hand Arm System During Operation of a Hand Tractor

Published on: June 16, 2021

Tractor controls actuating force limits for Indian operators.

C R Mehta1, M M Pandey, P S Tiwari

  • 1Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Nabi-bagh, Berasia Road, Bhopal, India. crmehta65@yahoo.co.in

Industrial Health
|June 24, 2011
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

This study quantified human strength for tractor control operation in 3,423 Indian male agricultural workers. Recommended maximum actuating forces for tractor controls are lower than current Indian Standards, suggesting a need for revision.

More Related Videos

A Labor-saving and Repeatable Touch-force Signaling Mutant Screen Protocol for the Study of Thigmomorphogenesis of a Model Plant Arabidopsis thaliana
10:08

A Labor-saving and Repeatable Touch-force Signaling Mutant Screen Protocol for the Study of Thigmomorphogenesis of a Model Plant Arabidopsis thaliana

Published on: August 6, 2019

Manufacturing, Control, and Performance Evaluation of a Gecko-Inspired Soft Robot
07:40

Manufacturing, Control, and Performance Evaluation of a Gecko-Inspired Soft Robot

Published on: June 10, 2020

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 31, 2026

Measurement of the Hand Transmitted Vibration of the Human Hand Arm System During Operation of a Hand Tractor
09:35

Measurement of the Hand Transmitted Vibration of the Human Hand Arm System During Operation of a Hand Tractor

Published on: June 16, 2021

A Labor-saving and Repeatable Touch-force Signaling Mutant Screen Protocol for the Study of Thigmomorphogenesis of a Model Plant Arabidopsis thaliana
10:08

A Labor-saving and Repeatable Touch-force Signaling Mutant Screen Protocol for the Study of Thigmomorphogenesis of a Model Plant Arabidopsis thaliana

Published on: August 6, 2019

Manufacturing, Control, and Performance Evaluation of a Gecko-Inspired Soft Robot
07:40

Manufacturing, Control, and Performance Evaluation of a Gecko-Inspired Soft Robot

Published on: June 10, 2020

Area of Science:

  • Ergonomics and Human Factors Engineering
  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Biomechanics

Background:

  • Tractor control design is crucial for safe and comfortable operation.
  • Existing standards for control actuating forces may not align with operator capabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To quantify human strength for operating tractor controls.
  • To recommend maximum control actuating forces based on Indian agricultural workers' strength.
  • To evaluate existing Indian Standards for tractor controls.

Main Methods:

  • Strength assessment of 3,423 Indian male agricultural workers using a specialized setup.
  • Analysis of 5th percentile strength values for various controls (leg, foot, torque, push, pull).
  • Comparison of derived strength data with Bureau of Indian Standards IS 10703.

Main Results:

  • Recommended maximum actuating forces: 260 N (brake), 125 N (clutch), 51 N (steering), 46 N (gear/speed levers), 25 N (hydraulic/throttle levers).
  • These recommended forces are generally lower than those specified in IS 10703.
  • Significant differences found between operator strength data and current standards.

Conclusions:

  • The study provides evidence-based recommendations for tractor control actuating forces.
  • Current Bureau of Indian Standards for tractor controls may be too high for the average Indian operator.
  • Revision of IS 10703 is recommended to enhance tractor operational safety and comfort.