9780072837032, Chapter 8, Problem 15PE

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Chapter 8, Problem 15PE Problem Consider the design of a power belt sander for woodworking. (a) What functions of the tool depend on human use? (b) One of the features a user of this tool wants is light weight to reduce arm fatigue during prolonged use. Other than reducing the actual weight, how can the designer of this tool reduce arm fatigue for the user? Step-by-step solution Step 1 of 2 Power belt sander for woodworking: Power belt sander is a tool used for shaping and finishing wood and other materials. It consists of electric motor and sand paper. a) Functions of the tool depend on human use: To shape a product with any material. To finish product surfaces. Step 2 of 2 b) To reduce an arm fatigue other than reducing the actual weight we can take care of following points: We can add motors to move tool automatically.