The theory behind the DIN ramp tests

There is little agreement as to how to measure the coefficient of friction between shoes and flooring with machines and some workers prefer direct walking tests. Several German standards utilise an adjustable ramp and Rapra Technology Ltd have based two further test methods on these standards. This...

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Published in:Polymer testing 1999-01, Vol.18 (1), p.3-10
Main Author: James, D.I.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied physiology
Biological and medical sciences
Ergonomics. Work place. Occupational physiology
Human physiology applied to population studies and life conditions. Human ecophysiology
Medical sciences
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Summary:There is little agreement as to how to measure the coefficient of friction between shoes and flooring with machines and some workers prefer direct walking tests. Several German standards utilise an adjustable ramp and Rapra Technology Ltd have based two further test methods on these standards. This paper outlines the theory behind ramp tests, attempts to dispel criticism surrounding them and corrects an error in DIN 4843 Part 100.
ISSN:0142-9418
1873-2348
DOI:10.1016/S0142-9418(98)00061-0