Optimizing Arm Design for Maximum Strength: Insights from Nature's Creations

In summary, the conversation revolves around the question of how mother nature could improve our arm design to allow us to lift larger loads. The individual suggests that perhaps the pivot point could be moved to maximize torque, but is unsure. They also mention that the force of the bicep increases as the angle between the bicep and forearm decreases, and suggest that longer arms may contribute to increased strength, citing the strength of chimps with their longer arms.
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How could mother nature have improved on our arm design so that we could lift larger loads?

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I really don't understand how our arm design could be improved. Perhaps our pivot point was moved must torque be maximized? I'm not sure at all!

I know that as the angle of the bicep decreases from the forearm (as you move your bicep and forearm closer), the force of bicep increases. If the angle of the bicep from the forearm increases (your arm is almost straight) the force of the bicep decreases.
 
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Longer arms perhaps? I do know that chimps have longer arms and they are considerably stronger than humans for the most part.
 

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