Ergonomic cup handle design analysis at Naruna Ceramic Studio: A literature review

Abstract

This study aims to determine the dimensions of the cup handle that are more comfortable for the user. The manufacture of cup handles generally does not involve dimensions with special standards but instead follows the shape of the cup itself. A unique design is not enough for a better user experience. Comfort must be considered using anthropometric dimensions and biomechanical strength. It is known the hand grip position has greater biomechanical strength than the lateral pinch grip position and can be used as a reference for determining the right dimensions for designing ergonomic cup handles. To achieve a hand grip position, it is necessary to change the shape of the cup handle with anthropometric measurements, it is known that the cup handle, which can fit the user’s four fingers, has a dimension of 73.70 mm. However, the characteristics of the clay will make the ceramic experience shrinkage in dimensions. A dimensional tolerance of 21% is given so that anthropometric measurements can be achieved so that the handle dimension that can be proposed is 89.17 mm. It is hoped that the dimensional changes in the cup handle will be a consideration for future studies and designs.

Keywords:

• hand grip
• ergonomics
• anthropometry
• biomechanics
• cups
• ceramics
• cup handles

Disclosure statement

No potential conflict of interest was reported by the author(s).