Measuring force at the handle

[SherryTTU]

I'm working on some biomechanics research, and I have read about load cells being applied to Concept2's in the past. My goal is to capture the force at the hands by placing a strain gauge or something similar at the handle. The research I've seen is dated before Model D, and I was wondering if the design of the handle would still allow the insertion of some sort of instrument to measure force. If anybody has experience with this I would appreciate some information... thanks!

[PaulS]

I'm working on some biomechanics research, and I have read about load cells being applied to Concept2's in the past. My goal is to capture the force at the hands by placing a strain gauge or something similar at the handle. The research I've seen is dated before Model D, and I was wondering if the design of the handle would still allow the insertion of some sort of instrument to measure force. If anybody has experience with this I would appreciate some information... thanks!

Take a look at my web site below and ErgMonitor in particular. It has been confirmed by load cell that the force output is quite precise, however the accuracy is off by the tension of the bungee, which should not be much of a problem in practical use.

The new handle has some interesting possibilities for a load cell to be placed if you want to explore that option a bit more, just ask.