Bumblebees attend to both the properties of the string and the target in string‐pulling tasks, but prioritize the features of the string
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DOI: 10.1111/1744-7917.13373
Abstract: Previous studies have demonstrated that associative learning and experience play important roles in the string‐pulling of bumblebees (Bombus terrestris). However, the features of the target (artificial flower with sugar reward) and the string that bees… read more here.
Keywords: prioritize features; string pulling; target; pulling tasks ... See more keywords
Pulling strength, muscular fatigue, and prediction of maximum endurance time for simulated pulling tasks
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0207283
Abstract: Truck pulling is one of the common manual materials handling tasks which contribute to musculoskeletal disorders. The maximum endurance time (MET) for two-handed truck pulling tasks has been rarely discussed in the literature. The objectives… read more here.
Keywords: maximum endurance; pulling tasks; two handed; muscular fatigue ... See more keywords
Modeling of maximum endurance time for static pulling tasks.
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DOI: 10.3233/wor-182751
Abstract: BACKGROUND Pallet truck pulling is one of the common manual materials handling tasks which could result in musculoskeletal injuries. The endurance time for sustained truck pulling tasks has been rarely discussed in the literature. OBJECTIVE… read more here.
Keywords: truck pulling; endurance time; pulling tasks;