The reduction of vibration depended on the handle material and distance installed between rubber mount and vibration transmissibility of handle-isolation system. Subjective ratings of perception of vibration were measured, and the results indicated that operators were not fully aware of the level of vibration. A prototype handle that is made of heavier material results in the lowest hand-arm vibration of 2.69 m/s2. The new handle has significantly reduced the vibration total value by 76% compare with the existing commercial handle.
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