Behavioural assessment of pain in 66 horses, with and without a bit
https://beva.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/eve.12916
Explores reasons why it is important to be aware of harmful effects of a harsh bit.
Application of a Dual Force Sensor System to Characterize the Intrinsic Operation of Horse Bridles and Bits
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0737080615300459
Details a possible model setup for testing the forces applied by various bridles and bits
Oral Dimensions Related to Bit Size in Adult Horses and Ponies
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2022.879048/full
Measures the dimensions of the mouth in a variety of equines and examining the fit of the bits most commonly used for them.
Bit Selection for Riding and Training Horses
https://shareok.org/bitstream/handle/11244/49919/oksa_ANSI-3924_2007-06.pdf?sequence=1
Explains reasoning behind bit choices based on horse & rider.
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