Способ оценки динамики контакта стопы с опорной поверхностью при ходьбе

Изобретение относится к медицине, а именно к способам оценки динамики контакта стопы с опорной поверхностью при ходьбе. Способ включает в себя проведение подометрического исследования. По результатам проведенного исследования определяют динамический показатель тотального контакта стопы Д с опорной поверхностью при ходьбе: Д=(tок-tн)/Δtоп×100%, где tок- время окончания опоры на пятку, tн- время начала опоры на носок, Δtоп- время периода опоры. Достигается повышение точности и объективности оценки системы локомоции. 3 ил.

СПОСОБ ОЦЕНКИ СТЕПЕНИ РЕАБИЛИТАЦИИ С ИСПОЛЬЗОВАНИЕМ АКТИВНОГО ЭКЗОСКЕЛЕТА У ПАЦИЕНТОВ С НАРУШЕНИЯМИ ОПОРНО-ДВИГАТЕЛЬНОГО АППАРАТА

Schuh, insbesondere Sportschuh

Schuh, insbesondere Sportschuh, der ein Schuhoberteil (1) und eine Sohle (2) aufweist, wobei in der Sohle (2) mindestens ein Stellelement (3) angeordnet ist, mit dem ein Bereich der Auflagefläche (4) für den Fuß des Trägers des Schuhs hinsichtlich der Geometrie der Auflagefläche (4) zumindest in einem definierten Längenbereich (BL) und/oder Breitenbereich (BB) der Sohle (2) relativ zur Lage der Auflagefläche (5) der Sohle (2) auf dem Boden beeinflusst werden kann, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass das Stellelement (3) ein den Fuß des Trägers unterstützendes Trägerelement (6) aufweist, das um eine Achse (A) relativ zu einem Grundteil (7) schwenkbar angeordnet ist, wobei zwischen dem Trägerelement (6) und dem Grundteil (7) beiderseits der Achse (A) je mindestens eine in ihrem Volumen veränderbare Hydraulikkammer (8, 9) angeordnet ist, die vollständig mit einem weitgehend inkompressiblen Medium gefüllt sind, wobei die mindestens zwei Hydraulikkammern (8, 9) fluidisch über eine Leitung (10) miteinander ...

Messvorrichtung zur Erfassung von Gangparametern einer Person

Messvorrichtung zur Erfassung von Gangparametern einer Person, die Messvorrichtung umfassend zumindest ein erstes Drucksensorelement (1) und ein zweites Drucksensorelement (2), welche Drucksensorelemente (1, 2) zur zeitlich und örtlich aufgelösten Erfassung der von einer ersten bzw. einer zweiten Fußsohle auf eine Auftrittsfläche (5) ausgeübten Kraft ausgebildet sind und in einem Betriebszustand der Messvorrichtung an jeweils einer Fußsohle der Person angeordnet sind, sowie zumindest einen zur Erfassung dreidimensionaler Strukturen und metrischer Informationen geeigneten 3D-Sensor (3), welcher derart ausgebildet ist, dass dieser positioniert und ausgerichtet werden kann, sodass sich sowohl ein erster Fuß als auch ein zweiter Fuß der Person in einem Erfassungsbereich (4) des 3D-Sensors (3) befinden, und dass eine Position des ersten Fußes sowie eine Position des zweiten Fußes der Person zu jeweils einem Zeitpunkt erfasst wird, welcher durch die von dem ersten (1) und zweiten Drucksensorelement ...

Kennzeichnungselement und Verwendung desselben

Kennzeichnungselement zum individualisierenden Kennzeichnen von Bekleidungsstücken, Schuhen, Schuheinlagen oder dergleichen von einer Person am Körper zu tragender Gegenständen, gekennzeichnet durch eine Abbildung eines Druckverteilungsmusters, das durch mindestens eine mindestens zweidimensionale Abtastung einer Druckverteilung zwischen einem Körperteil der Person und einem im wesentlichen festen Körper gewonnen ist.

Vorrichtung zum Erzeugen eines Warnsignals bei zu hoher Belastung eines Beins eines Patienten

Eine Vorrichtung (20) zum Erzeugen eines Warnsignals bei zu hoher Belastung eines Beins eines Patienten umfasst eine obere Sohlenplatte (30) zum Aufnehmen einer vom Fuß (10) eines Patienten ausgeübten Kraft, eine Federeinrichtung (50), die mit der oberen Sohlenplatte (30) mechanisch verbunden und durch Druck auf die obere Sohlenplatte (30) elastisch verformbar ist, und eine Signalerzeugungseinrichtung (60) zur Erzeugung eines Warnsignals bei Erreichen einer vorbestimmten Verformung der Federeinrichtung (50).

VERFAHREN ZUM SCHÄTZEN DES VERBINDUNGSMOMENTS EINE

SCHRITTÜBERWACHUNGS-EINRICHTUNG

An electronic posture sensor / personal massager / pelvic floor trainer reactive to the squeezing or orientation or motion of the device

An electronic device for personal health or wellbeing contains one or more sensors and a vibrating motor, which provides feedback to the user when tilted, stretched or squeezed by initiating or varying tactile vibrations. This invention may be applied in various embodiments as a posture sensor to alert poor upper body posture, round the waist for weight control, or as a pelvic floor trainer to train muscles of the pelvic floor, or as a personal massager or sex toy to give hands free control of vibratory stimulation. Typically the device will contain an accelerometer and / or strain gauge to monitor and respond to the movements and girth of the upper body if worn outside the body, or respond to contraction of the vaginal muscles when used inside the body.

A sensor insert for a shoe

Balance monitor

There is disclosed a system and method for monitoring a person's balance, for example when performing a posturography assessment following a stroke, in which a unit 1 bearing two or more light emitting devices 2, 3, 4 in a predetermined spatial arrangement is attached to a person 6. A simple video capture device 7 such as a webcam may then be used to image the light emitting devices while the person 6 performs balance assessing exercises. By measuring movement of the light emitting devices 2, 3, 4, for example relative to each other or to some fixed datum, it is possible to obtain an objective measure of balance. The unit 1 maybe attached to the person 6 by a belt, strap or clip. The light emitting devices 2, 3, 4 each emit light having a different characteristic from the other light emitting devices, this maybe the colour or wavelength of the emitted light.

An inner sole for a shoe

An inner sole 100 for a shoe that comprises a main body made at least in part of a compressible material and a number of components embedded within the main body, the components comprise: a pressure sensor; a transmitter; a global positioning tracking device; an accelerometer; a power source connected to one or more of the pressure sensor, transmitter, global positioning tracking device and accelerometer; and a control circuit configured to receive data from the pressure sensor, global positioning tracking device and accelerometer transmit it via the transmitter to a remote location (6, figure 8). The insole may comprise a sensor layer 2 and a hardware layer 40; the hardware layer may comprise at least the power source and the control circuit. The information received from the pressure sensor may be used in a method to determine optimum footwear for a user. Information from the accelerometer and the pressure sensor may be used in a method to determine the length of time a person is off ...

Weight distribution determination apparatus

Apparatus and system for measuring one or more parameters of a person's foot

A force sensitive resistor

A sole 100 for a shoe comprises: a toe region 28 for supporting a user's toes; a forefoot region 26 for supporting the forefoot; a midfoot region 24 for supporting the arch; and a heel region 22 for supporting the heel. A plurality of force sensors 10 are distributed throughout the sole 100 and comprise: a first lateral row of force sensors 10 in the toe region 28; a second lateral row of force sensors 10 in the forefoot region 26; a first longitudinal row of force sensors along the inner side of the sole 100 from the heel region 22 to the midfoot region 24; and a second longitudinal row of force sensors along the outer side of the sole 100 from the heel region 22 to the midfoot region 24. Some of the sensors 40 are elongate in shape (see figure 8) and the outermost sensor in a lateral row of sensors. A central sealed region 3 may be situated between the first and second longitudinal rows.

Physiological monitoring and system.

Physiological monitoring and system

A physiological monitoring system that collects real time physiological data from one or more users and wirelessJy transmits the data to a remote data base. The remote data base is accessible to utilize the stored data to assess the athlete's performance. The system can also include position sensors (12) to determine and transmit an athlete's precise location on a playing field or court.

MARKING MECHANISM AND USE THE SAME

TRAINING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

DEVICE TO the ANNOUNCEMENT OF BLIPS OF FUßBEWEGUNGEN WITH HUMANS WITH GOING DISTURBANCE

PROCEDURE AND DEVICE FOR THE ANALYSIS OF PHYSICAL MOVEMENT

DEVICE AND PROCEDURE FOR THE ADMISSION OF A FOOTSTEP PROFILE

LAUFBANDERGOMETER

ARRANGEMENT TO THE COURSE ANALYSIS

DEVICE FOR MEASUREMENT WITH GOING ARISING FORCES

Footwear assembly with integral footbed suspension system

A footwear assembly with integral footbed suspension system is disclosed. A shoe comprises a sole, a blade extending away from the sole, an Energy Return System (ERS) connected to the blade, an upper, and a cradle coupled to the upper and coupled to the ERS via a plurality of ties, wherein the ERS is intermediate the cradle and the blade. The ERS is configured to resiliently deform under pressure from the foot while the foot is substantially suspended via the cradle relative to the sole. A plurality of sensors are configured to detect relative movement between components of the shoe and to transmit data to a chip positioned in the shoe. The data can be used for gait and performance analysis.

Assessing the condition of a joint and devising treatment

POSITIONING OF LOWER EXTREMITIES ARTIFICIAL PROPRIOCEPTORS

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETECTION OF INVERSION AND EVERSION OF THE FOOT USING A MULTI-CHAMBER INSOLE

A system includes at least three sensors, an electrode array, a muscle stimulator, and a microprocessor. The sensors are configured to be arranged substantially in a common plane and associated with a foot of a body. Additionally, each of the sensors are configured to produce a signal associated with an orientation of the foot. The electrode array is coupled to a lower limb of the body and configured to stimulate at least one muscle of the lower limb. The muscle stimulator is coupled to the electrode array and configured to output a muscle stimulation signal to the electrode array. The microprocessor is coupled to the sensors and configured to calculate an orientation of the foot based on the signals produced by the sensors. Additionally, the microprocessor is configured to control the muscle stimulation output via the muscle stimulator based on the calculated orientation of the foot.

A METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR DETECTING LAMENESS IN ANIMALS

The invention includes a computer-based diagnostic system (100) to detect and analyze ground reaction forces produced by an animal passing through the diagnostic system (100), wherein the system (100) is particularly suited for detecting lameness in animals through analysis of the forces generated by the animal as it moves through the apparatus and system (100) of the invention.

FOOT SENSOR APPARATUS, METHOD AND SYSTEM

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR INJURY DETECTION AND USE THEREOF IN BETTING

WEARABLE COMPUTING DEVICES FOR ACQUIRING ATHLETIC MOVEMENT DATA, AND SYSTEMS AND METHODS RELATING THERETO

Wearable computing devices adapted to be worn on the feet are provided for acquiring, validating and analyzing athletic movement data. Generally, the wearable computing devices can include one or more processors, a memory, and one or more sensors for sensing certain characteristics of an athletic movement. A local computing device is provided for receiving data from the wearable computing device that is indicative of the characteristics of the athletic movement, extracting selected portions from the data, and transmitting the selected portions to a remote server system. The remote server system can be configured to store, aggregate and update a data in a database, and generate one or more normalized values and/or interventions associated with the athletic movement. The normalized values may indicate to the user a susceptibility to injury, progression towards return to play or propensity for success with respect to a sport.

CUSTOM FOOT ORTHOTIC AND SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DESIGNING OF A CUSTOM FOOT ORTHOTIC

A custom foot orthotic and a system and a method for designing of a custom foot orthotic. The method includes: receiving 3D scan data of the patient's foot; receiving plantar pressure scan data of the patient's foot; establishing a desirable pressure distribution; generating an underfoot elevation profile relative to an elevation profile of the patient's foot in the 3D scan data; determining an internal density profile of the resulting foot orthotic 3D model by superimposing the desirable pressure distribution over the resulting foot orthotic 3D model and reducing or increasing density in regions of the foot orthotic 3D model based on the difference between an expected pattern of support and the desirable pressure distribution; and outputting the 3D model of the custom foot orthotic.

INSTRUMENTED ORTHOTIC

A semi-rigid foot orthotic can have 3-axis accelerometers, gyroscopes, magnetometers, and strain gauges embedded in one or more flexible regions along with a microprocessor and wireless transmitter. Data from the sensors can be used to track the gait cycle. Data on the flexing, bending, or rotating of portions of the orthotic are processed and compared to ideal or data from other runs to rate the effectiveness of the orthotic. The orthotic and the sole of the shoe have relative freedom of motion between them. By doing a 3D comparing of the location, motion and orientation of the shoe from the same information for at least one orthotic region; determining shoe-to-orthotic relative motion. Modifications or adjustments can be made to improve the user-experience. The computation can involve either or both of a cloud based server and an external hand-held device in wireless communication with the orthotic.

METHOD OF ESTIMATING FLOOR REACTIONS OF BIPEDAL WALKING BODY, AND METHOD OF ESTIMATING JOINT MOMENTS OF BIPEDAL WALKING BODY

Whether the motion of leg bodies (2) is in a single leg support state or two- leg support state is decided and when it is in a single leg support state, a floor reaction (F) acting on the leg body (2) contacting the ground is estimated on the basis of the equation of motion for the center of gravity (GO) of a bipedal walking body (1). When it is in a two-leg support state, floor reactions(Fr, Ff) acting on the respective leg bodies (2) are estimated on the basis of the equation of motion for the center of gravity (GO) of the bipedal walking body (1) and the relation between the components of floor reactions (Fr, Ff) of each leg body (2) and the position of the ankle (12) of each leg body (2) with respect to the center of gravity (GO) of the bipedal walking body (1). Further, on the basis of an inverse dynamics model using the estimates of the floor reactions (Fr, Ff), the moments acting on the knee joint (10) and hip joint (8) are estimated. Thereby, the floor reactions acting on the leg ...

PRESSURE DATA ACQUISITION ASSEMBLY

A method and assembly for acquiring pressure data. A pressure sensor is applied to a target surface on an individual. A calibrator and a processing element are in communication with the pressure sensor. Processing element receives pressure data and provides an integrated pressure value over a measurement time period. The integrated pressure value is compared to an alert value and to a change condition value. Where an alert value is exceeded, an alert is transmitted to an output device for display. Where a change condition value is exceeded, a measurement parameter of the pressure sensor is changed, or the calibrator is applied to the pressure sensor to recalibrate the pressure sensor to a recalibrated pressure range.

NONINVASIVE DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM

A method and system for diagnosing an injury to bodily tissue. The method of the present invention comprises in one embodiment creating a 3D model of a patient specific bone registering the patient actual bone with the patient-specific bone model, tracking the motion of the patient's bone through a range of motion, comparing the motion of the patient' s bone to a database having bone motion data to diagnose an injury, where the database has bone motion data teamed with verified diagnosis data ...

SOCK FOR INTEGRATED BIOMETRIC MONITORING

The present invention relates to a sock with integrated biometric monitoring. The invention includes a biometric sensor system integrated into a sock with the ability to process and store the biometric data collected in order to provide useful information to the user, relating the user's biometric data to performance parameters of physical effort. The invention includes sensors integrated by means of suitable supports (2) in the textile structure of the sock, including sensors for temperature (1), heart beat and pressure (5) applied by the user's foot, for a processor (10, 11) with signaling means (13) and interaction means (14), which interprets and sends (12) the data to a mobile device (15) that stores the data and allows the display of the data. The invention includes textile integration of biometric monitoring devices by means of conductive yarns (3, 4, 6, 7) knitted with the sock and connected to sensors, terminals (8, 9) and encapsulations.

FOOTWEAR HAVING SENSOR SYSTEM

An article of footwear includes an upper member and a sole structure, with a sensor system connected to the sole structure. The sensor system includes a plurality of sensors that are configured for detecting forces exerted by a user's foot on the sensor. Each sensor includes two electrodes that are in communication with a force sensitive resistive material. Additionally, the sensor system may be provided on an insert that may form a sole member of the article of footwear. The insert may include an airflow system that includes one or more air chambers in communication with one or more air reservoirs through air passages extending therebetween. The insert may also have a multi-layered structure, with the airflow system provided between the layers.

DEVICE FOR THE DETERMINATION OF THE EQUILIBRIUM FUNCTION OF HUMANS.

Integrated portable device and method for calculating biomechanical parameters of the stride.

Dispositif portable intégré et procédé pour calculer des paramètres biomécaniques de la foulée d’un coureur de course à pied, comportant: a) fixation au moyen d’une ceinture (15) d’un dispositif (1) sur le tronc du coureur, ledit dispositif étant autonome électriquement et comportant un accéléromètre triaxial, un chronographe, un processeur numérique et un affichage (11); b) une séquence de données d’accélération triaxiales selon au moins leurs projections sur l’axe vertical (a v ) est mesurée par ledit accéléromètre pendant que le coureur parcourt une distance sur un parcours de course, ladite distance étant soit prédéterminée, soit introduite manuellement, soit déterminée par un récepteur satellitaire; c) pendant ou au terme de la course, des paramètres biomécaniques de la foulée dudit coureur sont calculés par ledit processeur sur la base desdites données d’accélération, de ladite distance et d’une durée comptée par ledit chronographe; d) lesdits paramètres sont affichées sur ledit affichage ...

Procedure for the determination of the leap heights with Mehrfachsprüngen.

Integrated portable device and method using an accelerometer for analyzing biomechanical parameters of the stride.

Dispositif portable intégré et procédé mettant en uvre un accéléromètre pour analyser des paramètres biomécaniques de la foulée dun coureur de course à pied, comportant: a) fixation au moyen dune ceinture dun dispositif sur le tronc du coureur, ledit dispositif étant autonome électriquement et comportant un accéléromètre triaxial, un chronographe, un processeur numérique et un affichage; b) une séquence de données daccélération triaxiales selon au moins leurs projections sur laxe vertical (a v ) est mesurée par ledit accéléromètre pendant que le coureur parcourt une distance sur un parcours de course, ladite distance étant soit prédéterminée, soit introduite manuellement, soit déterminée par un récepteur satellitaire; c) pendant ou au terme de la course, des paramètres biomécaniques de la foulée dudit coureur sont calculés par ledit processeur sur la base desdites données daccélération, de ladite distance et dune durée comptée par ledit chronographes; d) lesdits paramètres sont affichées ...

Belastungserfassende Orthese.

Vorgeschlagen wird eine belastungserfassende Orthese mit einem Sensorsignale erzeugenden Sensor, der Sensorelemente in Druckzonen aufweist, und einer Sensorsignale auswertenden Elektronik dafür, die dazu ausgebildet ist, auf kritische Belastungen hinzuweisen, wobei vorgesehen ist, dass die Sensorsignale auswertende Elektronik dazu ausgebildet ist, Kennwerte zu mittels der Sensorelemente zumindest druckzonenweise erfassten Druckbelastungsereignissen zu ermitteln, einen Summenwert, in welchen die Kennwerte nach Größe derart gewichtet eingehen, dass wenigstens drei unterschiedliche Gewichte verwendet werden, zu bilden und ein Hinweissignal zu erzeugen, wenn der Summenwert eine bestimmte Größe überschreitet.

SYSTEM, PROMOTING CORRECT DISTRIBUTION OF BODY WEIGHT

DEVICE AND PROCESS OF POSTURAL STABILOMETRY CARRIED OUT BY AUTOMATIC DETERMINATION OF THE POSITION OF FEET COUPLEES HAVE A DYNAMOMETRY OF PRESSURES PODALES ON THE GROUND

PROCESS AND MEASURING DEVICE OF THE VARIABLE ANGLE WHICH FORM A VARIABLE COMPONENT COMPARED TO A POSITION OF REFERS PREDETERMINEE IN PARTICULAR FOR THE DETERMINATION OF THE ANGLES OF VARUS AND/OR VALGUS

SYSTEM AND PROCESS OF DETECTION OF WALK Of a PERSON

Illuminated device to examine feet and body during walking - comprises long wooden case with glass support panel, neon lamp source and mirror reflector

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETECTING A PERSON

Système de détection de marche d'une personne, muni d'un boîtier (BT) comprenant un capteur de mouvement (CM) au moins biaxial, adapté pour être fixé sur la partie supérieure du corps de ladite personne, de manière qu'un premier axe de mesure dudit capteur (CM) coïncide avec l'axe médio-latéral (ML) dudit corps et qu'un deuxième axe de mesure dudit capteur (CM) coïncide avec l'axe antéro-postérieur (AP) ou l'axe vertical (VT) dudit corps. Le système est, en outre, muni de moyens d'analyse (MA) des mesures délivrées par ledit capteur (CM),comprenant : - des moyens de traitement (MT) des signaux de mesure délivrés par ledit capteur (CM) sur une fenêtre glissante, comprenant des moyens de recherche d'une fréquence dominante (MRFD) dans lesdits signaux, et - des moyens de détection (MD) d'un rapport sensiblement égal à deux, entre la fréquence dominante du signal du premier axe de mesure et la fréquence dominante du deuxième axe de mesure, ou entre la fréquence dominante du signal du premier ...

GONIOMETER AUTOMATES VIDEOCONFERENCE

L'invention concerne un procédé et un dispositif de mesure automatisée de l'amplitude des mouvements articulaires, par l'intermédiaire d'un système particulier de visioconférence informatisé et connecté à un réseau. Le procédé comprend les étapes de visualisation en temps réel sur un mode d'affichage (5) local ou à distance par un réseau (10), d'une partie d'un corps (1) dont la mécanique articulaire va être évaluée, d'identification sur l'écran par l'opérateur (7), de 3 points de repères anatomiques formant un angle articulaire, en pointant avec le dispositif de pointage (6) dans un ordre déterminé : Repère anatomique distal - Interligne articulaire - Repère anatomique distal, de calcul et d'affichage automatique sur l'écran de la valeur de l'amplitude articulaire, de la sauvegarde et de l'enregistrement du cliché et des données. Le dispositif comporte une caméra (3) et un microphone (2) connectés (4) à un ordinateur muni d'un système de visioconférence (9), des moyens de calcul, d'affichage ...

SMART SOLE

Le dispositif de détection (1) de la démarche d'une personne, comporte : - une semelle (10) comportant une zone de voûte (100) disposée entre une zone de talon (110) et une zone d'avant pied (120) ; - un ensemble de capteurs de pression (20) comportant un premier capteur (201) disposé dans la zone de talon (110) et un deuxième capteur (202) disposé dans la zone d'avant pied (120) ; - un circuit de commande (30) configuré pour recevoir et traiter les mesures fournies par les capteurs de pression (20). Le circuit de commande (30) est configuré pour comparer à chaque pas de la personne une première charge mesurée (Pmt) par le premier capteur (201), et une deuxième charge mesurée (Pma) par le deuxième capteur (202). Le dispositif comporte un système d'alerte (40) contrôlé configuré pour alerter en temps réel la personne en fonction du résultat de la comparaison.

SEMELLE INTELLIGENTE

Le dispositif de détection (1) de la démarche d'une personne, comporte : - une semelle (10) comportant une zone de voûte (100) disposée entre une zone de talon (110) et une zone d'avant pied (120) ; - un ensemble de capteurs de pression (20) comportant un premier capteur (201) disposé dans la zone de talon (110) et un deuxième capteur (202) disposé dans la zone d'avant pied (120) ; - un circuit de commande (30) configuré pour recevoir et traiter les mesures fournies par les capteurs de pression (20). Le circuit de commande (30) est configuré pour comparer à chaque pas de la personne une première charge mesurée (Pmt) par le premier capteur (201), et une deuxième charge mesurée (Pma) par le deuxième capteur (202). Le dispositif comporte un système d'alerte (40) contrôlé configuré pour alerter en temps réel la personne en fonction du résultat de la comparaison.

SHOE SHEET FOR WALKING POSTURE DIAGNOSIS CAPABLE OF ANALYZING A WALKING POSTURE OF A PEDESTRIAN, A WALKING POSTURE DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE SYSTEM, AND A SHOE SYSTEM FOR WALKING POSTURE DIAGNOSIS USING THE SAME

PURPOSE: A shoe sheet for walking posture diagnosis, a walking posture diagnostic service system, and a shoe system for walking posture diagnosis using the same are provided to reduce manufacturing unit cost by simplifying a sensor for pedestrian detection, thereby providing an effect for universalizing walking posture diagnosis and a walking posture diagnostic shoe. CONSTITUTION: A pressure detection sheet(101) is formed into a film shape. A plurality of switching parts(107) for detecting the pressure by a pedestrian is arranged on the surface of the pressure detection sheet. The switching part provides an analog signal by load detection or a switching signal by a contact point. A circuit pattern(109) recognizes electrical connections between the switching parts. A connection part(103) collects the circuit pattern by being extended to the inner surface of the pressure detection sheet. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2012 ...

센서 시스템을 구비하는 신발류

... 신발류 물품이 갑피 부재 및 밑창 구조를 포함하고, 그리고 센서 시스템이 상기 밑창 구조에 연결된다. 상기 센서 시스템은 사용자의 발에 의해서 센서에 가해지는 힘들을 검출하도록 구성된 복수의 센서들을 포함한다. 각각의 센서는, 힘 감지 저항 재료와 연통하는 2개의 전극들을 포함한다. 부가적으로, 센서 시스템은, 신발류 물품의 밑창 부재를 형성할 수 있는 삽입체 상에 제공될 수 있을 것이다. 삽입체는, 하나 이상의 공기 저장부들과 하나 이상의 공기 챔버들 사이에서 연장하는 공기 통로들을 통해서, 하나 이상의 공기 저장부들과 소통하는 하나 이상의 공기 챔버들을 포함하는 공기유동 시스템을 포함할 수 있을 것이다. 삽입체는 또한, 층들 사이에 제공된 공기유동 시스템과 함께, 복수-층형 구조를 가질 수 있을 것이다.

사용자 맞춤형 신발, 및 그 설계와 제조 방법

... 본 발명은 맞춤형 신발 및 그 구성요소를 설계 및 제조하기 위한 장치 및 방법에 관한 것이다. 예시한 방법은 사용자에 대해 맞추어진 신발 물품의 밑창(152, 265, 615)의 적어도 일부분을 설계하는 방법을 포함한다. 상기 방법은, 사용자에 대한 적어도 하나의 입력 매개변수를 결정하는 단계; 사용자 발(135)의 적어도 하나의 성능 메트릭을 결정하기 위해 적어도 하나의 입력 매개변수를 분석하는 단계; 및 성능 메트릭에 기초하여 사용자에 대한 신발 물품의 밑창의 적어도 일부분의 하나 또는 그 이상의 맞춤된 구조적 특성을 결정하는 단계를 포함한다.

STANDING TABLE FOR REHABILITATION

The present invention relates to a standing table for rehabilitation. The standing table for rehabilitation according to the embodiment of the present invention includes a base (10) disposed on a floor, a support frame (20) extended upward from the base (10) and disposed in front of a standing patient (1), an upper limb support (30) formed in a plate shape and disposed in front of the patient (1) to support upper limbs (3), a lifting part (40) connecting the base (10) or the support frame (20) and the upper limb support (30) to each other and raising and lowering the upper limb support (30), a pedal part (50) for supporting the feet of the patient (1), and a plantar pressure sensing part (60) disposed on the pedal part (50) for sensing a plantar pressure applied to each of the feet of the patient (1). COPYRIGHT KIPO 2019 ...

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR ANALYZING WALKING PATTERNS

The present application relates to an apparatus and method for analyzing walking patterns. The apparatus for analyzing walking patterns according to an embodiment of the present invention, comprises a pressure sensor part for sensing a pressure applied to the soles of user′s feet and generating a pressure signal according to user′s gait; and an analysis part for analyzing the user′s gait using the pressure signal and determining the type of gait of the user. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2017 (10) Pressure sensor part (20) Analysis part (30) Display part ...

WALK TRAINING APPARATUS FOR A PATIENT USING ANALYSIS OF WALKING MOTION AND REAL-TIME WALKING DATA

PURPOSE: A walk training apparatus for a patient using analysis of walking motion and real-time walking data is provided to measure the joint angle data from the patient in real time and give feedback to the patient, to analyze the replicated walking data in real time from replicated walking by using a speed controlled treadmill, to use the apparatus simply in narrow space, to reduce the analyzing time of walking motion. CONSTITUTION: The walk training apparatus for a patient comprises: a treadmill having a belt rolling by a roller, which is able to control its rolling speed according to the walking speed; a signal assembly sending signals of walking motion outward; a control part analyzing the walking data after receiving data from the signal device; and a display part showing the analyzed data in real time from the control part. © KIPO 2006 ...

정전식 압력 감지용 다층 구조체

... 전자 소자들을 수용하기 위한 플렉시블 기판 필름(202), 프린트 전자 소자 기술, 선택적으로 스크린 프린팅 또는 잉크젯팅을 이용하여 상기 필름 상에 구비되는 다수의 플렉시블 센서 패드들(208), 상기 다층 구조체에 적용되는 압력의 표시를 얻기 위하여 상기 다수의 플렉시블 센서 패드들을 통하여 정전식 측정을 제어하기 위한, 상기 필름 상에 추가로 구비되는 적어도 하나의 전자 회로(204), 바람직하게는 집적 회로, 상기 적어도 하나의 전자 회로 및 다수의 정전식 센서 패드들을 전기적으로 연결하기 위한, 상기 필름 상에 추가로 프린트된 다수의 컨덕터 트레이스들(205), 상기 적어도 하나의 전자 회로를 포함하는 전기-구동 콤포넌트에 전력을 공급하기 위한 전력 공급 소자(216A, 216B), 및 그 내부에 다수의 센서 패드들, 컨덕터 트레이스들 및 적어도 하나의 전자 회로가 실질적으로 내장된, 상기 필름 상에 몰딩된 적어도 하나의 플라스틱층(206B)을 포함하는 의복용, 선택적으로 신발류용 다층 구조체(200, 300). 상기 구조체와 관련된 제조방법(400)이 제시된다.

METHOD FOR INFLUENCING THE PRONATION BEHAVIOUR OF A SHOE

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THREE DIMENSIONAL CALIBRATION OF FORCE PLATES

A method for calibrating a force platform includes, providing a force platform and applying an nXm grid on a top surface of the force platform via a computing device. Next, applying p known loads on each of the nXm grid points of the top surface along a Z-axis being perpendicular to the X and Y axes and along the X and Y axes. Next, taking multipoint measurements at each grid point and for each applied known load along the X,Y and Z axes and generating six measured output signals, exact position coordinates and applied known load magnitude for each grid point. Next, assembling an array of nXmXp of six equations with six unknown for each grid point and applied known load and then solving the assembled equations and deriving a position and load specific calibration matrix for each grid point.

PORTABLE DEVICE AND METHOD FOR MEASUREMENT AND CALCULATION OF DYNAMIC PARAMETERS OF PEDESTRIAN LOCOMOTION

The invention relates to a portable and autonomous device and corresponding method for the measurement, recording and calculation of dynamic parameters of the pedestrian locomotion of its bearer (1). The method hereby disclosed allows determining the distance effectively travelled, the velocity of displacement and the pressures exerted on the contact surface of the lower limb (2) with the ground, during the pedestrian locomotion, according to its different phases. Through sensors strategically placed (3, 4), accelerations, angular velocities and pressures are measured and recorded on the control unit (5). The device disclosed includes a processing unit that implements the method disclosed and a communication unit to transfer to an external unit (6) the calculated parameters. The disclosed invention can be used in applications that involve monitoring parameters of the locomotion activity or daily ambulation of its bearer (1), in the areas of health and sports or in any physical and occupational ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR ANALYZING GAIT BY FABRIC SENSORS

A system for analyzing gait by fabric sensors comprises: a socks sensing system, which comprises socks and at least one fabric sensor for sensing posture or action of a body; and a microprocessor, which receives signals from the fabric sensors. A method for analyzing gait by fabric sensors comprises detecting signals, in respect of body posture or action changes, generated by the socks sensing system and the microprocessor, and analyzing the detected signals to generate gait analysis parameters.

KINEMATIC QUANTIFICATION OF GAIT ASYMMETRY BASED ON BILATERAL CYCLOGRAMS

Kinematic quantification of gait asymmetry is achieved by plotting the values of the angles of corresponding joints and then comparing the resulting figure to the figure that would have been produced based on a perfectly symmetrical gait. The comparison is based on geometric characteristics that are calculated based on the figures.

Mechanism for manipulating and measuring legs during stepping

A backdriveable device for manipulating and measuring limb movement, and a method of use thereof. The device comprises a plurality of forcers, at least one linear guide for constraining the forcers to reciprocate along respective linear trajectories, and a linkage for attachment to a limb of a user, the linkage rotatably connected between the forcers and including two bars rotatably connected together at a vertex. Movement of the forcers along their linear trajectories results in movement of the vertex along a spatial trajectory. In specific embodiments, the forcers are moving coils of a linear motor. The movement and forces applied by the coils can be controlled through a computer interface, providing robotic control of limb movement.

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR CREATING ORTHOTICS

Systems and methods for constructing custom orthotics are described. Several embodiments of the system use sensor pads to obtain both static and dynamic three dimensional information concerning the shape or topography of the bottom surface of a patient's foot. The information is analyzed to obtain information useful in constructing a custom orthotic from a selection of basic orthotic shells. Once constructed, the orthotic can modify a patient's gait. One embodiment of the present invention includes a user terminal including a sensor pad connected to a computer, a server configured to analyze three dimensional information acquired by the sensor pad, a manufacturing terminal configured to display the results of the server's analysis of the three dimensional information and a network that connects the user terminal to the server and the server to the manufacturing terminal.

Body movement monitoring device

The invention relates to a device and a method for measuring gait parameters.

Method for characterizing gait

A method and apparatus for characterizing the gait of a subject uses a treadmill having a movable support surface with multiple transducers mounted beneath the movable support surface. The subject performs locomotion on the movable surface. The computer accepts a series of signals from each transducer and identifies the occurrence of heel-strike and toe-off. The computer identifies the subject's activity as walking or as running. The computer identifies two non-contiguous groups of transducers that are measuring a force greater than zero associated with the two feet and calculates quantities related to the forces exerted by each foot during each phase of walking or running.

Apparatus and method for assessment and biofeedback training of leg coordination and strength skills

Apparatus and methods for assessing and biofeedback training of movement coordination, strength, and speed skills critical to balance during a mobility task performed by a subject on a combination of surfaces, in particular stepping up and down, climbing and descending stairs, sitting and rising from a sitting position. The apparatus includes a force-sensing plate. The force-sensing plate measures the forces exerted on its sensing area, i.e., its top surface, and transmits output signals representative of the measured forces. A plurality of support surfaces is mounted in specified positions relative to the force-sensing plate's sensing area, in such a way that substantially all forces exerted by the subject onto the support surfaces is transmitted to the sensing area. The plurality of surfaces may form a step, stairs or a seat. A data processor accepts the output signals from the force-sensing plate and calculates quantities related to the positions and magnitudes of forces exerted by the ...

Method and implantable systems for neural sensing and nerve stimulation

The present invention relates to methods and apparatuses for the detection of neural or muscular activity, analysis of the signals and the subsequent stimulating of neural or muscular tissue based thereon. According to a first aspect of the invention an apparatus for producing a muscular action is provided, comprising a combined sensing and stimulation electrode device comprising at least one neurosense electrode means capable of sensing a nerve signal from a peripheral nerve and at least one stimulation electrode means capable of stimulating a peripheral motor nerve fibre, means for receiving and processing the sensed neurosignals to identify a signal indicative of a specific action, especially a component of the gait performed by the patient and for producing a control signal in response thereto, and means for operating the at least one stimulation electrode means in response to the control signal to produce a stimulation of a peripheral motor nerve fibre.

CAPTURING DATA FOR INDIVIDUAL PHYSIOLOGICAL MONITORING

A method for capturing images of an individual to determine wellness for such individual, including establishing baseline physiological data for the individual, and baseline capture condition data for the individual; detecting and identifying the presence of the individual in the image capture environment; providing semantic data associated with the individual; capturing one or more images of the individual during a capture event and determining the capture conditions present during the capture event; using the event capture conditions, the baseline physiological data for the individual and the baseline capture condition data to determine the acceptability of event captured images; and using the acceptable images and the semantic data in determining the wellness of the individual.

Biomimetic and variable stiffness ankle system and related methods

A cam system for an assistive device and related methods are disclosed. The cam system may comprise a cam profile and a cam follower. The cam profile has a curved outer edge comprising a concave portion. The cam follower is positioned within the concave portion when the assistive device is in an equilibrium position. The assistive device may further comprise a spring that deflects in response to a force applied by the cam system. The assistive device may have a sliding element to adjust the stiffness of the spring in deflection. The assistive device may take the form of a prosthesis or an orthosis.

Performance Monitoring Systems and Methods

We have disclosed systems and methods for portable performance monitoring of an individual during a physical activity. The systems and methods may include a portable sensor component configured to be carried by the individual during the physical activity and configured to obtain movement data for the athlete individual during the physical activity. The systems and methods may also include a portable output component configured to be carried by the individual during the physical activity and configured to provide an output to the individual during the physical activity. The systems and methods may further include a portable processing component in communication with the portable sensor component and the portable output component, where the portable processing component is configured to be carried by the individual during the physical activity. The portable processing component may be configured to identify movement of the individual during the physical activity.

Image display apparatus, image display method, storage medium, and monitoring system

An image display apparatus includes a power generation information acquisition means for obtaining power generation information on a power storage amount, a power generation amount, and the like of a secondary battery in each power generation apparatus, appropriately processes the obtained information, and displays it to a user via a display unit. The user can check the power generation amount of the power generation apparatus and the power storage amount of the secondary battery without stopping the use of the image display apparatus. When a power storage amount of a battery in use is lowered, the user can properly judge with which of the power generation apparatuses the user should replace the battery.

APPARATUS FOR HUMAN GAIT MANIPULATION

A treadmill may be configured for gait training and/or therapy with attachable/detachable barriers affixable to a belt and/or with a vertical obstacle module and/or with sensor systems, but without requiring hoists, harnesses, attachments to the treadmill or base, or frame, and/or excessively high treadmill frames, such as those that exceed the height of the person on the treadmill. The barriers on the belt are configured to modify movement of only one foot of a person on the treadmill. The treadmill may use a single, integral belt. Methods of gait training and/or therapy may involve such treadmills without excessive expense and without excessive modification of standard treadmill equipment.

BIOMECHANICAL INFORMATION DETERMINATION

Systems and methods of the present disclosure may include initializing a first plurality of inertial measurement units (IMUs) and a second plurality of IMUs, and attaching the first plurality of IMUs to a first segment of a subject and the second plurality of IMUs to a second segment of the subject. Such a method may also include obtaining data from the first plurality of IMUs and the second plurality of IMUs as the subject performs a motion, and determining an absolute position of the first segment and the second segment based on the data.

Sensor Assembly, Method and Device for Monitoring Shear Force and Pressure on a Structure

Shear force and pressure on a structure are simultaneously monitored using signals received from sensors with antennas on the structure. For example, sensors and systems for monitoring shear force and pressure have applications including ulcer prevention associated with structures including shoes, prosthetics, wheel-chairs, and beds of bed-bound patients.

SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS FOR INTERPRETING MOVEMENT

According to some exemplary embodiments, a method or system can involve associating a plurality of biokinetographic comparison results with a first specific dysfunction from a group of specific dysfunctions, each of the biokinetographic comparison results obtained from a comparison of a biokinetographic value to a standard for a corresponding biokinetographic variable.

Smartphone-Controlled Active Configuration of Footwear, Including With Concavely Rounded Soles

A smartphone or other mobile computer device, general purpose or specialized, wherein the smartphone device is configured to actively control the configuration of one or more bladders, compartments, chambers or internal sipes and one or more sensors located in either one or both of a sole or a removable inner sole insert of the footwear of the user and/or located in an apparatus worn or carried by the user, glued unto the user, or implanted in the user. The one or more bladders, compartments, chambers, or sipes, and one or more sensors are configured for computer control. A sole and/or a removable inner sole insert for footwear, including one or more bladders, compartments, chambers, internal sipes and sensors in the sole and/or in a removable insert; or on an insole; all being configured for control by a smartphone or other mobile computer device, general purpose or specialized.

Collecting gait information for evaluation and control of therapy

A medical device delivers a therapy to a patient. The medical device or another device may periodically determine an activity level or gait parameter of the patient, and associate each determined level or parameter with a current therapy parameter set. A value of at least one activity metric is determined for each of a plurality of therapy parameter sets based on the activity levels or parameters associated with that therapy parameter set. Whether the patient is currently experiencing or anticipated to experience gait freeze caused by their neurological disorder, such as Parkinson's disease, may also be determined. Gait freeze events may be associated with current therapy parameters and used to determine activity metric values. In some examples, the activity metric associated with certain therapy parameters may be presented to a user.

Performance monitoring systems and methods

We have disclosed systems and methods for portable performance monitoring of an individual during a physical activity. The systems and methods may include a personal computer configured to receive personal data from the individual. The systems and methods may also include a portable performance monitoring device that may be in communication with the personal computer and may have a display screen configured to display the personal data to the individual. The systems and methods may also include a server that may be in communication with the personal computer and the portable performance monitoring device and may have a database configured to store the personal data The systems and methods may be configured such that the personal data displayed on the display screen of the portable performance monitoring device and stored on the database of the server is configured to update based on the personal data received on the personal computer.

Method and system for determining the walking or running speed of a person

Method and system for determining the speed of a walking or running person from a foot motion. The method comprises providing (1) a pressure sensor between the foot and the ground, which sensor may be placed on or in an insole of a shoe. The pressure sensor is configured for transmitting pressure data to a communication unit (9). The method further comprises a step of determining a centre of pressure gait line (3) and calculating the centre of pressure speed (4) from the gait line. In addition, the method comprises the step of detecting whether the person is walking or running (5). Another step (6) is obtaining a correlation between the speed of a person and the centre of pressure speed. As a final step (7) of the method the speed of the person is deduced from the correlation. The system comprises a human interface for control and to inform the user.

FOOTWEAR ASSEMBLY WITH INTEGRAL FOOTBED SUSPENSION SYSTEM

METHOD FOR INFLUENCING THE PRONATION BEHAVIOUR OF A SHOE

COMPUTERIZED ORTHOTIC PRESCRIPTION SYSTEM

Device and method for determining the compression force ratios in a hoof, in particular for horses

Hoof pressure measurement system for horses uses strain transducer with force transmission stubs on the upper hoof surface A hoof (1) pressure measurement system has aluminum or copper strain transducers (2) with force transmission stubs (3) on the upper hoof surface to convert the stresses in the hoof to electrical signals sent to an amplifier (7) fixed by a gaiter (8) without affecting the natural gait of the horse.

WEARABLE APPARATUS AND A METHOD FOR CALCULATING DRIFT-FREE PLANTAR PRESSURE PARAMETERS FOR GAIT MONITORING

METHOD AND DEVICE FOR INFERRING A PLANTAR PRESSURE LINE

Устройство для контроля нагрузки на стопы

Изобретение относится к медицинской технике. Устройство для контроля нагрузки на стопы включает правую и левую стельки, содержащие датчики силы, расположенные на стельках в местах контроля нагрузки, носимый блок пациента, вибромоторы, портативное устройство обработки и управления, включающее модуль визуализации, и модуль процессора. Датчики силы соединены с носимым блоком пациента, который включает модуль беспроводной связи. В устройство входят правый и левый нательные элементы, в которых размещены вибромоторы по количеству датчиков силы, а пространственное расположение их в правом и левом нательных элементах соответствует пространственному расположению датчиков силы на стельках. Носимый блок пациента дополнительно включает преобразователь сигналов с датчиков силы и преобразователь сигналов для вибромоторов. Портативное устройство обработки и управления дополнительно содержит модуль управления передаточной характеристикой сигналов между датчиками силы и вибраторами. Модуль беспроводной ...

Method for determination of force ratios under hooves of horse for e.g. movement analysis, involves transmission of analog or digital data to computer to derived information over pressure distribution and time derivable information

The method involves arranging sensor-active surfaces of pressure-sensitive, resistive sensors at selected locations under a carrying edge of a hoof. Different elasticity modules are formed on a surface of the carrying edge for reducing forces acting on the sensors. Electronic modules are arranged at a closure belt of a hoof shoe (a) for processing and evaluation of information and for transmission of analog or digital data to a computer to derived information over pressure distribution under the hoof and time derivable information such as clock sequence of individual extremities. The sensors comprise force sensing resistor (FSR) sensor.

Simulation method for musculo-skeletal loading of patient for use in surgical intervention and/or rehabilitation using individual musculo-skeletal parameters for determination of musculo-skeletal strains

The method simulates the musculo-skeletal loading of a patient using the individual musculo-skeletal parameters of the patient, obtained by automatic measurement of anthropometric parameters and/or the position and/or alignment of joints, with computer-aided evaluation of the musculo-skeletal strains with respect to the contact forces or the degree of movement of a joint, or the fragment movement of a fracture. Also included are Independent claims for the following: (a) a device for evaluating the muscolo-skeletal loading of a patient; (b) a movement analysis system; (c) a navigation system for computer-controlled surgery.

Wireless footswitch and functional electrical stimulation apparatus

Condition indicator

A condition indicator includes a detector 11, which may, for example, have two accelerometers 13, 14 mounted at right angles, connected to a comparison means such as a microcomputer 19. In use the detector 11 is mounted on an item, such as a shoe 31 on a horse's hoof 30 which will make repeated impacts with a surface, and the comparison means are programmed with a library of patterns corresponding to a series of surfaces. As the item makes impacts with a surface, signals from the detector 11, preferably averaged over a number of impacts, are compared with the patterns to give an indication of the condition of the surface, i.e. the "going" on a racecourse. The device may alternatively be used to assess the fitness condition of a human or animal limb. ...

Image processing

System for determining forces at the feet

Pressure sensing textile

Gait analysis system and methods

Systems and methods for analyzing the gait of an individual are disclosed. The disclosed systems and methods can be configured to acquire data from a first array and a second array of sensors that are configured to be placed in a left and/or right shoe, respectively. The acquired data can be collected or separated into at least two separate gait phases for each array, compared to a baseline condition for each gait phase and categorized into one of at least two uniformity categories for each gait phase. Examples of collected and/or calculated data include pressure values, shear stress values and torque values. The analysis can be focused on both feet of a person, or focused on one foot. A graphical output showing at least one entire gait cycle based on the uniformity categories can then be generated.

Pedobarographic biometric system

A method and system to characterize the wearer of at least one item of footwear having a sensor means which, while the item is being worn, collects from the wearer current pedobarometric data that is characteristic of the wearer, and the current pedobarometric data is compared with corresponding reference data for a specified wearer, preferably previously collected via the same or a similar item of footwear while worn by the specified wearer under controlled conditions, the results of the comparison being used to characterize the present wearer according to prescribed criteria.

Peripheral Sensory And Supersensory Replacement System

A sensor-based quantification and analysis system includes an input device including a plurality of sensors that generate an input based on a force. The input device also includes a transmission device that transmits force information based on the input. The system also includes an output device that receives the force information. A processing unit selects, for each of the plurality of sensors, one of a plurality of levels of a likelihood of tissue damage based on the force and a predetermined time period. Further, the output device includes a display that presents or logs the one of the plurality of levels of the likelihood of tissue damage for each of the plurality of sensors.

Vacuum prosthesis with force sensing member

A prosthetic device includes a socket assembly defining a cavity and configured to receive a portion of a residual limb of a user within the cavity, a force sensing member configured to detect forces applied to the residual limb at a plurality of locations about the portion of the residual limb and generate signals based on the detected force, a vacuum system in fluid communication with the socket and configured to control an amount of vacuum applied to the cavity, and a controller coupled to the force sensing member and the vacuum system. The controller is configured to receive the signals from the force sensing member and control operation of the vacuum system during use of the prosthetic device by the user based at least in part on the signals received from the force sensing member.

Footwear Having Sensor System

An article of footwear includes an upper member and a sole structure, with a sensor system connected to the sole structure. The sensor system includes a plurality of sensors that are configured for detecting forces exerted by a user's foot on the sensor. Each sensor includes two electrodes that are in communication with a force sensitive resistive material. Additionally, the sensor system may be provided on an insert that may form a sole member of the article of footwear. The insert may include an airflow system that includes one or more air chambers in communication with one or more air reservoirs through air passages extending therebetween. The insert may also have a multi-layered structure, with the airflow system provided between the layers.

Health monitoring appliance

A heart monitoring system for a patient includes one or more wireless nodes forming a wireless network; a wearable appliance having a wireless transceiver to communicate with the one or more wireless nodes; and an analyzer to determine vital signs, the analyzer coupled to the wireless transceiver to receive patient data over the wireless network.

Electronic device and method for assisting correction of walking styles

An electronic device receives real-time data in relation to plantar pressures of a user. The real-time data is detected by pressure sensors, which is installed within insoles in a pair of shoes of the user, and sent to the electronic device via a wireless communication module installed in the insoles or the shoes. The electronic device then generates a real-time image in relation to real-time plantar pressure distributions of the user according to the real-time data, compares the real-time image with a pre-stored image stored in a storage device, and determines if a comparison result satisfies a preset requirement. The pre-stored image is in relation to standard plantar pressure distributions produced from a standard walking style. If the comparison result does not satisfy the preset requirement, the electronic device displays alert information via an output device to prompt the user to adjust the user's walking style.

ENERGY AWARE SENSOR MANAGEMENT FOR WEARABLE MEDICAL SYSTEMS OPTIMIZATION

A sensor system and method configured to take multiple channels of sensors, and based on context and user behavior reflected in the signals, identifies specified channels for sensing according to a sensing policy. The sensing policy is used to reduce the amount of data sampled, such that it is possible to reconstruct the values of the non sampled sensors efficiently. The sensing policy is influenced by user and system's behavior and can be assigned either offline or in real time. 1. A sensor system for sensing at least one physiological characteristic , the sensor system comprising:an array comprising first and second sensors;a processor coupled to the array;said processor configured to acquire data from said first and second sensors;a transmission unit coupled to the processor;an external processing unit;said external processing unit configured to receive the acquired data via the transmission unit; and acquiring a data subset of potential data from said first or second sensor according to a sensor policy;', 'said sensor policy being established according to said physiological characteristic;', 'transmitting said data subset to the external processing unit; and', 'reconstructing said data subset to retrieve data not captured from said first and second sensors., 'programming executable on at least one of said processor and said external processing unit and configured for carrying out steps comprising2. A sensor system as recited in claim 1 , wherein the programming is further configured to segment a signal from the array for mutual sensor prediction of data from the first and second sensors.3. A sensor system as recited in claim 1 , wherein acquiring said data subset comprises acquiring data from only one of the first and second sensors for a given time period.4. A sensor system as recited in claim 3 , wherein reconstructing said data subset comprises predicting a data value from the second sensor based on data retrieved from the first sensor.5. A sensor system as ...

SOCK FOR INTEGRATED BIOMETRIC MONITORING

The present invention relates to a sock with integrated biometric monitoring. 1. A sock for integrated biometric monitoring characterized by comprising:{'b': 7', '3, 'a sock with a data bus () which comprises one or more conductive yarns () knitted integrally within the sock, in the sock knitting direction along the sock; and'}{'b': 1', '5, 'one or more biometric sensors (, ).'}211871215. A sock according to characterized by further comprising a data processing device () and a conductive connection band () through which a connection is made to the data bus () claim 1 , and a wireless interface () claim 1 , in particular to a mobile device ().3111314. A sock according to characterized by the data processing device () comprising one or more visual LED indicators () claim 2 , and one or more buttons () including an on/off switch.451. A sock according to characterized by the biometric sensors comprising a pressure sensor () and a temperature sensor ().57. A sock according to characterized by the biometric sensors comprising connections to the data bus () through conductive yarns in zig-zag.617. A sock according to claim characterized by the one or more of biometric sensors comprising connections to data bus () through conductive yarns in zig-zag.77. A sock according to characterized by the one or more of biometric sensors comprising connections to data bus () through a welding on the tail of the sensor.8. A sock according to characterized by the one or more of biometric sensors comprising porous epoxy encapsulation.9. A sock according to characterized by the one or more of biometric sensors comprising a protective silicone adhesive.10. A sock according to characterized by the one or more of biometric sensors comprising a flexible PCB claim 1 , printed circuit board claim 1 , base.11. A sock according to comprising sensors and data processing means for one or more of the following measures: body mass index claim 2 , user's weight claim 2 , the amount of calories consumed ...

Performance Monitoring and Audio Playback Apparatuses and Methods

We have disclosed methods of controlling audio playback at a portable performance monitoring device. These methods may include playing music at a first volume, receiving athletic performance parameter data from a sensor at a portable performance monitoring device, reducing the volume of the music played while continuing to play the music, playing audio performance feedback with a portable performance monitoring device while music plays, and returning the volume to the first volume.

ENERGY AWARE SENSOR MANAGEMENT FOR WEARABLE MEDICAL SYSTEMS OPTIMIZATION

In some aspects, the invention provides compositions and methods for inhibiting viral infection. In some aspects, the invention provides compositions and methods useful for identifying antiviral compounds. 1. A method of inhibiting viral infection of a cell comprising contacting the cell with a PLA2G16 inhibitor.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the virus is a Picornavirus.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the Picornavirus is an enterovirus.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the Picornavirus is a coxsackievirus.5. The method of claim 2 , wherein the Picornavirus is a hepatovirus.6. The method of claim 2 , wherein the Picornavirus is a rhinovirus.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cell is a vertebrate cell.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cell is a mammalian cell.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the cell is a human cell.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the inhibitor inhibits expression of PLA2G16.11. The method of claim 1 , wherein the inhibitor inhibits enzymatic activity of PLA2G16.12. A method of treating a viral infection in a subject claim 1 , the method comprising administering a PLA2G16 inhibitor to a subject in need of treatment for a viral infection.13. The method of claim 12 , wherein the viral infection is a Picornavirus infection.14. The method of claim 13 , wherein the Picornavirus is an enterovirus.15. The method of claim 13 , wherein the Picornavirus is a coxsackievirus.16. The method of claim 13 , wherein the Picornavirus is a hepatovirus.17. The method of claim 13 , wherein the Picornavirus is a rhinovirus.18. The method of claim 12 , wherein the subject is a vertebrate.19. The method of claim 12 , wherein the subject is a mammal.20. The method of claim 12 , wherein the subject is human.21. The method of claim 12 , wherein the inhibitor inhibits expression of PLA2G16.22. The method of claim 12 , wherein the inhibitor inhibits enzymatic activity of PLA2G16.23. A method of identifying a candidate antiviral compound comprising steps of: ...

OUTSOLE SHEET FOR GAIT DIAGNOSIS, AND FOOTWEAR SYSTEM FOR GAIT DIAGNOSIS AND SERVICE SYSTEM FOR GAIT POSTURE DIAGNOSIS USING SAME

A shoes system for walk diagnosis using an insole sheet for walk diagnosis includes shoes for walk diagnosis including a PCB installation groove having a stepped groove at one upper side of an insole to mount a system for detecting a gait, a cover attached onto the insole, a pressure detection sheet placed on the cover to generate a switching signal corresponding to a pressure applied by a walker, and a circuit unit that is installed in the PCB installation groove, is connected to a connecting unit of the pressure detection sheet, accumulates and manages signals detected from the connecting part for each time slot, supplies wireless power to the system, and wirelessly transmits data corresponding to walk information, and a charging stage including a mounting panel for mounting the shoes for walk diagnosis. 1. An insole sheet for walk diagnosis for use in shoes for collecting walk information of a walker , wherein a pressure detection sheet having a film shape is formed to have a structure corresponding to the insole , a plurality of switching units are arranged on a surface of the pressure detection sheet , a circuit pattern for recognizing an electrical connection between the plurality of switching units is formed , and a connecting unit is extended to an inner side of the pressure detection sheet to aggregate the circuit pattern.2. The insole sheet for walk diagnosis of claim 1 , wherein the pressure detection sheet includes a first sheet contacting an inner bottom of the shoe and a second sheet contacting a body of a user claim 1 , wherein a contact switch and a pattern are formed between the first and second sheets at a position corresponding to the switching unit claim 1 , and a bonding sheet chemically bonded between the first and second sheets is provided to induce physical restoration force of the contact switch.3. The insole sheet for walk diagnosis of claim 2 , wherein a projection for providing restoration force of the second sheet is formed at an ...

Modular Personal Network Systems And Methods

We have disclosed a modular personal network (MPN) that includes multiple devices that may be worn, carried, or used in close proximity to a user. The devices communicate wirelessly. Functions of the MPN may be modified by adding or removing components. The MPN may communicate with a personal computer. General purpose devices may include a control unit, a display, a user input, and an audio output. The MPN may provide a variety of functions, including time, communication, entertainment, organization, guidance, athletic, medical, travel, outdoors, identity, security, and military.

Fitness monitoring

A heart monitoring system for a user includes a body wearable appliance placed on or near the user skin and having one or more sensors to capture fitness data and a wireless transceiver to communicate fitness data; and a processor coupled to the wireless transceiver to receive fitness data.

Footwear article with pressure sensor

An article of footwear including a pressure sensor arranged in the sole structure, where the sensor includes elongated pressure-sensing cells, each of which has an axis of main extension, each cell having a first and a second carrier film, which are attached to one another by a spacer film having an elongated opening oriented along the axis of main extension, as well as a first and a second electrode on the first and the second carrier film, respectively, where the electrodes are arranged in facing relationship with each other, so that a contact area between them increases with increasing pressure, and an electrically insulating layer is arranged within the opening having a shape such that it locally prevents direct contact between the electrodes where the insulating layer is present and enables the direct contact where it is absent, where the shape is constant or repetitionary along the axis of main extension of the cell.

Gait analysis system and methods

Systems and methods for analyzing the gait of an individual are disclosed. The disclosed systems and methods can be configured to acquire data from a first array and a second array of sensors that are configured to be placed in a left and/or right shoe, respectively. The acquired data can be collected or separated into at least two separate gait phases for each array, compared to a baseline condition for each gait phase and categorized into one of at least two uniformity categories for each gait phase. Examples of collected and/or calculated data include pressure values, shear stress values and torque values. The analysis can be focused on both feet of a person, or focused on one foot. A graphical output showing at least one entire gait cycle based on the uniformity categories can then be generated.

ESTIMATION APPARATUS, ESTIMATION METHOD, AND NON-TRANSITORY COMPUTER-READABLE RECORDING MEDIUM

An estimation apparatus acquires stance phases of both feet and estimates a risk of abnormality of a lower limb on the basis of the difference between the stance phases of the both feet. 1. An estimation apparatus comprising:at least one memory configured to store instructions; andat least one processor configured to execute the instructions to:acquire stance phases of both feet; andestimate a risk of abnormality of a lower limb on the basis of a difference between the stance phases of the both feet.2. The estimation apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to execute the instructions to calculate the stance phases of the both feet on the basis of sensing information obtained from sensors provided in soles of shoes worn on the both feet.3. The estimation apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to execute the instructions to calculate the stance phases of the both feet on the basis of acceleration indicated by the sensing information.4. The estimation apparatus according to claim 2 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to execute the instructions to calculate the stance phases of the both feet on the basis of pressure values indicated by the sensing information.5. An estimation method comprising:acquiring stance phases for both feet, andestimating a risk of abnormality of a lower limb on the basis of a difference between the stance phases of the both feet.6. A non-transitory computer readable recording medium that records a program for causing a computer of an estimation apparatus to execute:acquiring stance phases of both feet; andestimating a risk of abnormality of a lower limb on the basis of a difference between the stance phases of the both feet. This application is based upon and claims the benefit of priority from Japanese Patent Application No. 2020-115936, filed Jul. 3, 2020, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein in its entirety by reference.The present ...

SOLE OR INNER SOLE

A sole () or inner sole for a shoe is provided. The sole () or inner sole comprises: a toe region () for supporting a user's toes; a forefoot region () for supporting a user's forefoot; a midfoot region () for supporting a user's arch; and a heel region () for supporting a user's heel. A longitudinal direction (X) extends from the heel region () towards the toe region (). A lateral direction (Y) transverse to the longitudinal direction (X) extends from an inner side to an outer side of the sole () or inner sole. A plurality of force sensors () distributed throughout the sole () or inner sole. The plurality of force sensors () comprise: a first lateral row of force sensors () in the toe region (); a second lateral row of force sensors () in the forefoot region (); a first longitudinal row of force sensors () along the inner side of the sole () or inner sole from the heel region () to the midfoot region (); and a second longitudinal row of force sensors () along the outer side of the sole () or inner sole from the heel region () to the midfoot region (). 1. A sole or inner sole for a shoe comprising:a toe region for supporting a user's toes;a forefoot region for supporting a user's forefoot;a midfoot region for supporting a user's arch;a heel region for supporting a user's heel;a longitudinal direction extending from the heel region towards the toe region;a lateral direction transverse to the longitudinal direction extending from an inner side to an outer side of the sole or inner sole; a first lateral row of force sensors in the toe region;', 'a second lateral row of force sensors in the forefoot region;', 'a first longitudinal row of force sensors along the inner side of the sole or inner sole from the heel region to the midfoot region; and', 'a second longitudinal row of force sensors along the outer side of the sole or inner sole from the heel region to the midfoot region., 'a plurality of force sensors distributed throughout the sole or inner sole comprising2. A ...

PERIPHERAL SENSORY AND SUPERSENSORY REPLACEMENT SYSTEM

A sensor-based quantification and analysis system includes an input device including a plurality of sensors that generate an input based on a force. The input device also includes a transmission device that transmits force information based on the input. The system also includes an output device that receives the force information. A processing unit selects, for each of the plurality of sensors, one of a plurality of levels of a likelihood of tissue damage based on the force and a predetermined time period. Further, the output device includes a display that presents or logs the one of the plurality of levels of the likelihood of tissue damage for each of the plurality of sensors. 1. A sensor-based quantification and analysis system , comprising: a plurality of sensors, each sensor for generating an input based on a force; and', 'a transmission device for transmitting force information based on the inputs;, 'an input device including'}a processing unit for receiving the force information and selecting, based on the force information, one of a plurality of levels of a sensation; andan output device including a stimulator for presenting the level of the sensation and the location of the sensors via a stimulus, to provide a neuroplastic effect.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein:the input device includes a sensor for sensing supersensory data;the transmission device is configured for transmitting supersensory information based on the supersensory data; andthe processing unit is configured for receiving the supersensory information and selecting the level of the sensation based on the force information and the supersensory information.3. The system of claim 1 , whereinthe input device includes a temperature sensor for generating a temperature input based on a temperature;the transmission device is configured for transmitting temperature information based on the temperature input; andthe processing unit is configured for receiving the temperature information and selecting ...

Gait Analysis Devices, Methods, and Systems

A quantitative gait training and/or analysis system employs instrumented footwear and an independent processing module. The instrumented footwear may have sensors that permit the extraction of gait kinematics in real time and provide feedback from it. Embodiments employing calibration-based estimation of kinematic gait parameters are described. An artificial neural network identifies gait stance phases in real-time.

WIRELESS AND RETROFITTABLE IN-SHOE SYSTEM FOR REAL-TIME ESTIMATION OF KINEMATIC AND KINETIC GAIT PARAMETERS

A quantitative gait training and/or analysis system includes one or more footwear modules that may include a piezoresistive sensor, an inertial sensor and an independent logic unit. The footwear module functions to permit the extraction of gait kinematics and evaluation thereof in real time, or data may be stored for later reduction and analysis. Embodiments relating to calibration-based estimation of kinematic gait parameters are described. 1. A gait measurement system , comprising:at least one insole module for placement in a shoe of a user, each of said at least one insole module including a piezoresistive sensor, an inertial sensor, a logic unit communicatively coupled to said piezoresistive sensor and to said inertial sensor, and a transmission unit; anda computing unit communicatively coupled to said inertial sensor and said piezoresistive sensor via said transmission unit.2. The gait measurement system of claim 1 , wherein said piezoresistive sensor includes a plurality of pressure-sensing cells.3. The gait measurement system of claim 2 , wherein said plurality of pressure-sensing cells includes eight of said cells.4. The gait measurement system of claim 2 , wherein at least some of said plurality of pressure-sensing cells are located beneath a user's calcaneous claim 2 , a user's lateral arch claim 2 , a head of a user's first metatarsal claim 2 , a head of a user's third metatarsal claim 2 , a head of a user's fifth metatarsal claim 2 , a user's hallux and a user's toes.5. The gait measurement system of claim 1 , wherein each of said at least one insole module is adapted to be retrofitted to a shoe of a user.6. The gait measurement system of claim 1 , wherein said inertial sensor has nine-degrees of freedom.7. The gait measurement system of claim 1 , wherein said inertial sensor is located along a portion of said at least one insole module corresponding to a midline of a user's foot.8. The gait measurement system of claim 1 , wherein each of said at least ...

SENSORS, INTERFACES AND SENSOR SYSTEMS FOR DATA COLLECTION AND INTEGRATED MONITORING OF CONDITIONS AT OR NEAR BODY SURFACES

Sensing devices including sensors such as flexible and stretchable fabric-based pressure sensors, may be associated with or incorporated in garments, such as socks, intended to be worn against a body surface (directly or indirectly). Specific manifestations of a sensing system incorporated in a sock substrate are described in detail. Dedicated electronic devices interface electrically with sensors through intermediate conductive traces, optional conductive bridges, conductive contacts provided in a mounting tab. 1. A sensor system comprising a non-electrically conductive substrate having at least one pressure sensor associated therewith , the at least one sensor being in electrical communication with at least one electrically conductive trace that terminates at or in proximity to a signal transfer terminal , and a dedicated electronic device (DED) having a signal receipt terminal that mates with each signal transfer terminal and a housing component , wherein the DED comprises a device selected from the group consisting of: an accelerometer; a gyroscope; an orientation sensing component; a location sensing component; an inertial measurement unit (IMU); a magnetometer; and a temperature sensor.2. (canceled)3. The sensor system of claim 1 , wherein the DED housing component is detachably mountable to the substrate to provide mating of signal transfer terminals and signal receipt terminals of the DED.4. The sensor system of claim 1 , wherein each conductive trace terminates at a trace termination and additionally comprising at least one conductive bridge providing electrical contact between each trace termination and each signal receipt terminal claim 1 , wherein each conductive bridge is elevated with respect to a surface of the non-electrically conductive substrate.5. (canceled)6. The sensor system of claim 4 , wherein the at least one conductive bridge is fabricated from a material comprising a conductive thread or a conductive thermoplastic elastomer or a conductive ...

FORCE SENSITIVE RESISTOR

A force sensitive resistor () is provided comprising: a flexible bottom layer () of a first material, comprising a first conductive element attached to the bottom layer (); a spacer ring () attached to the bottom layer (), the spacer ring () surrounding the first conductive element and extending away from the bottom layer (); and a flexible top sensor layer () of a second material attached across the spacer ring () comprising a second conductive element facing the first conductive element. The flexible top sensor layer () is moveable relative to the flexible bottom layer () to vary the resistance of the force sensitive resistor (). The Young's Modulus of the first material is less than the Young's Modulus of the second material. The flexible bottom layer () extends past the spacer ring (). 2. A force sensitive resistor according to claim 1 , wherein the first conductive element is formed of a conductive ink printed onto the flexible bottom layer.3. A garment comprising a force sensitive resistor according to claim 1 , wherein the bottom layer of the force sensitive resistor is a layer of the garment.4. A garment comprising two or more force sensitive resistors according to claim 1 , wherein the force sensitive resistors are formed in an array claim 1 , and wherein the bottom layer of each force sensitive resistors is a layer of the garment..5. The garment of claim 4 , wherein the bottom layer of each force sensitive resistor is a part of one continuous layer of the garment.6. The garment of claim 3 , wherein the bottom layer of the force sensitive resistor is arranged to contact a wearer in use.7. The garment of claim 3 , wherein the garment is a sole or inner sole. The present invention relates to a force sensitive resistor for use with stretchable materials.Traditionally, force sensitive resistors are provided with a lower conductive member formed on a first substrate, and an upper conductive member formed on a second substrate. A spacer element is mounted between ...

Sensor Assembly, Method, and Device for Monitoring Shear Force and Pressure on a Structure

Shear force and pressure on a structure are simultaneously monitored using signals received from sensors with antennas on the structure. For example, sensors and systems for monitoring shear force and pressure have applications including ulcer prevention associated with structures including shoes, prosthetics, wheel-chairs, and beds of bed-bound patients. 1. An antenna sensor assembly , comprising:a first structure and a second structure, wherein the first structure is connected to and spaced apart from the second structure by an intermediate structure;wherein the intermediate structure is configured to allow the first structure to displace laterally relative to the second structure in a first direction in response to a shear force;the first structure comprising a reflector, wherein the reflector comprises a reflector area; andthe second structure comprising a patch antenna wherein, the patch antenna comprises an antenna area that radiates an electromagnetic wave;wherein an overlapping area is a portion of the antenna area that is overlapped by the reflector area; andwherein the patch antenna and the reflector are configured such that resonant frequencies of the antenna sensor assembly are based on a position of the reflector with respect to the patch antenna; and.wherein lateral displacement of the first structure relative to the second structure in response to a shear force shifts a lateral position of the reflector relative to the patch antenna and thereby changes a size of the overlapping area.2. The antenna sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the resonant frequencies of the antenna sensor assembly are based on the overlapping area.3. The antenna sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the intermediate structure is configured to allow the first structure to displace vertically relative to the second structure.4. The antenna sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the patch antenna includes a radiation patch.5. The antenna sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Directional force sensing element and system

A directional force sensor and sensing system are described. The directional force sensor includes a leaf spring and one or more load sensors disposed about the leaf spring such that in response to a force applied to the leaf spring, the one or more load sensors provide a signal. A controller is coupled to receive signals from the one or more directional force sensors and determines characteristics of forces applied to the directional force sensors.

GAIT EVALUATING SYSTEM AND GAIT EVALUATING METHOD

The invention provides a gait evaluating system and a gait evaluating method. The gait evaluation system includes a gait evaluating device configured to: obtain, from a pressure detection device, a plurality of pressure values of a user walking on the pressure detection device; obtain a plurality of step feature values of the user based on the pressure values; obtain a plurality of walking limb feature values when the user walks on the pressure detection device based on a sensing data provided by a limb sensing device; and evaluate a gait of the user based on the step feature values and the walking limb feature values. 1. A gait evaluating method , adapted for a gait evaluating system comprising a gait evaluating device , the gait evaluating method comprising:obtaining, from a pressure detection device, a plurality of pressure values of a user walking on the pressure detection device by the gait evaluating device, wherein the pressure values correspond to a plurality of steps of the user;obtaining a plurality of step feature values of the user by the gait evaluating device based on the pressure values;obtaining a plurality of walking limb feature values when the user walks on the pressure detection device by the gait evaluating device based on a sensing data provided by at least one limb sensing device; andevaluating a gait of the user by the gait evaluating device based on the step feature values and the walking limb feature values.2. The method as described in claim 1 , wherein the step of obtaining the step feature values of the user by the gait evaluating device based on the pressure values comprises:obtaining, based on the pressure values, at least one of a step length, a gait speed, a stride length, a cadence, a step width, a gait cycle, a stance time, a swing time, a center of pressure, a moving trajectory, a double support time, a foot pressure distribution, and a stride-to-stride variation of the user as the step feature values.3. The method as described in ...

PRESSURE MONITORING SHOE

A pressure monitoring shoe comprises a main shoe body, a data processing device and at least two pressure sensors. The pressure sensors are arranged at one or a plurality of locations where the main shoe body is in contact with a foot, and the pressure sensor comprises a flexible textile sensor and an encapsulation device for encapsulating the flexible textile sensor. The data processing device is arranged in one or more of the sole space, the outside space of the shoe body or the rear space of the heel of the pressure monitoring shoe, and a signal connection line is arranged between the data processing device and the pressure sensor. 1. A pressure monitoring shoe , comprising a main shoe body , a data processing device , and at least two pressure sensors;wherein, the pressure sensors are arranged at one or a plurality of locations where the main shoe body is in contact with a foot; andthe data processing device is arranged in one or more of a sole space, an outside space of the shoe body or a rear space of the heel of the pressure monitoring shoe, and a signal connection line is arranged between the data processing device and the pressure sensor.2. The pressure monitoring shoe of claim 1 , wherein the pressure sensor comprises a flexible textile sensor and an encapsulation device which for encapsulating the flexible textile sensor claim 1 , or the pressure sensor is denoted as a pressure sensor of resistance type claim 1 , capacitive type claim 1 , inductance type.3. The pressure monitoring shoe of claim 1 , wherein the flexible textile sensor comprises a flexible textile layer having a sensing stress claim 1 , a fixed layer bond on the flexible textile; no fixed layer is bond on a stress-sensing domain of the flexible textile claim 1 , and the fixed layer is bond on a fixed domain besides the stress-sensing domain; a strain of the fixed layer is less than the strain of the flexible textile.4. The pressure monitoring shoe of claim 3 , wherein the fixed layer is an ...

Scanning device with imaging and pressure-sensing functionality

Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a scanning device comprising a support base, a pressure panel disposed on an upper surface of the support base, and a plurality of cameras distributed around an outer perimeter of the support base.

Footwear Having Sensor System

A shoe has a sensor system operably connected to a communication port. Performance data is collected by the system and can be transferred for further use via the communication port. The shoe may contain an electronic module configured to gather data from the sensors. The module may also transmit the data to an external device for further processing. Users can use the collected data for a variety of different uses or applications. 1. A system comprising:a first electronic module configured for communication with an external device;a first article of footwear comprising a first upper member and a first sole structure engaged with the first upper member, wherein the first upper member and the first sole structure combine to at least partially define a first foot-receiving chamber, the first sole structure including a first foot contacting member partially defining the first foot receiving chamber; a first insert member at least partially formed of a foam material;', 'a plurality of first force sensors connected to the first insert member and configured to sense a force exerted on the first insert by a foot of a user, wherein the first force sensors include a first phalange sensor, a first metatarsal sensor, a fifth metatarsal sensor, and a heel sensor;', 'a first port configured for removable connection to the first electronic module; and', 'a plurality of first leads connected to the first insert member, the first leads extending from the first force sensors to the first port, such that the first port is configured to enable communication between the first force sensors and the first electronic module through the first leads when the first electronic module is connected to the first port;, 'a first insert engaged with the first sole structure and positioned below the first foot contacting member, the first insert comprisinga second electronic module configured for communication with the external device;a second article of footwear comprising a second upper member and ...

Vacuum prosthesis with force sensing member

A prosthetic device includes a socket assembly defining a cavity and configured to receive a portion of a residual limb of a user within the cavity, a force sensing member configured to detect forces applied to the residual limb at a plurality of locations about the portion of the residual limb and generate signals based on the detected force, a vacuum system in fluid communication with the socket and configured to control an amount of vacuum applied to the cavity, and a controller coupled to the force sensing member and the vacuum system. The controller is configured to receive the signals from the force sensing member and control operation of the vacuum system during use of the prosthetic device by the user based at least in part on the signals received from the force sensing member.

AUTOMATED TURF TESTING APPARATUS AND SYSTEM FOR USING SAME

A mobile apparatus that is automated to measure controlled and applied forces and moments to sport surfaces allowing for performance and safety assessment of athletic apparel and athletic surfaces, such as natural or artificial turf. The apparatus is capable of using not only shear and compressive forces, but also rotational moments, and all prescribed forces and moments in combination at the same or different times. The apparatus and related system can link these forces and moments together and combine them to more closely mimic behaviors of a human foot during an athletic movement, thereby applying and measuring interactions between all forces and moments at the same or different times. 1. An apparatus configured to apply static or dynamic kinetics or kinematics at one or more prescribed levels or rates , wherein the apparatus mimics or substantially mimics a behavior or a motion of a human foot , other human body part , or a piece of athletic equipment during an athletic movement , wherein applying and measuring interactions between the apparatus and an athletic playing surface at a same or different time or times allows for a performance and/or safety evaluation of athletic apparel , the athletic playing surface , or both.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising a user interface capable of generating or presenting data claim 1 , data analysis claim 1 , or data interpretation.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising one or more processors claim 1 , wherein the one or more processors are located remotely from the apparatus.4. The apparatus of claim 3 , wherein the one or more processors communicates with a remote electronic device.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , further comprising an appendage that interfaces with the athletic playing surface claim 1 , wherein the appendage comprises one or more sensors.6. The apparatus of claim 5 , wherein the apparatus collects data from the appendage engaging with the athletic playing surface claim 5 , and wherein ...

SENSOR INSERT FOR A SHOE

A senor insert for a shoe includes a flexible planar portion having a shape of an inner sole for a shoe. The flexible planar portion includes a central layer containing a plurality of pressure sensors for sensing the pressure applied by the foot and electrical connections to the sensors; a lower layer having a lower face arranged to face the sole of a shoe and having a first coefficient of friction; and an upper layer having an upper face via which a foot is arranged to impact the insert and having a second coefficient of friction which is lower than the first coefficient of friction. 1. A senor insert for a shoe , the insert comprising a flexible planar portion having a shape of an inner sole for a shoe , the flexible planar portion comprising:a central layer containing a plurality of pressure sensors for sensing the pressure applied by the foot and electrical connections to the sensors;a lower layer having a lower face arranged to face the sole of a shoe and having a first coefficient of friction; andan upper layer having an upper face via which a foot is arranged to impact the insert and having a second coefficient of friction which is lower than the first coefficient of friction.2. The sensor insert according to claim 1 , further comprising a flexible connection portion extending from the flexible planar portion claim 1 , the electrical connector extending along the flexible connecting portion to a terminal connection claim 1 , the flexible portion having a hook and loop connector for attachment to the inside of a shoe.3. The sensor insert according to claim 1 , wherein the lower layer is formed of a transparent material such that the sensors are visible through it.4. The sensor insert according to claim 1 , wherein the upper layer is formed of a material with a dynamic coefficient of between 0.35-0.65 claim 1 , preferably 0.35-0.55 claim 1 , and more preferably 0.35-0.45.5. The sensor insert according to claim 4 , wherein the upper layer is a PET layer.6. The ...

Method for measuring exercise

The present invention relates to a method for measuring an exercise, in which method the electrical signals caused by active muscles are measured with a measuring device and response is given from the physical performance with a perceivable signal. In the method in accordance with the invention by measuring and analyzing EMG activities of muscles or EMG activities of muscles and movements of the body quantities describing the physical performance and/or the result of the physical performance are calculated or evaluated. 127-. (canceled)28. A method for monitoring exercise performance in an individual comprising:measuring electromyogram (EMG) signals from one or more active muscles during an exercise by an individual via a plurality of electrodes and at least one grounding electrode, wherein the plurality of electrodes comprise at least one electrode on each of opposite symmetrical limbs of the individual, and wherein the plurality of electrodes and at least one grounding electrode are associated with an outfit during the exercise;measuring movement of the individual during the exercise via one or more sensors associated with the individual;determining, with a first computing device, results of the exercise from both the measured EMG signals and the measured movement, andtransmitting the results from the first computing device to at least a second device.29. The method of claim 28 , wherein the results comprise one or more of: a total number of movements of the opposite symmetrical limbs; a rhythm of movements of the opposite symmetrical limbs; or a loading level of the opposite symmetrical limbs.30. The method of claim 28 , wherein the determining results comprises:determining a loading level for each of the opposite symmetrical limbs; anddetermining a ratio of loading levels from the loading levels of the opposite symmetrical limbs.31. The method of claim 28 , wherein the at least one measuring electrode for each opposite symmetrical limb comprises a first ...

PASSIVE MULTIPLE FOOT SENSOR INSOLE REAL-TIME FEEDBACK DEVICE

A foot sensor feedback device with multiple passive sensors in a shoe insole to provide real time feedback for a microprocessor to control a haptic device on the ankle of a person and to store and display data on an application on a smart phone to provide balance to a person while standing still or walking. 1. A feedback device for a person comprising:an insole adjacent to the foot of said person;three or more force sensors in said insole for measuring the force of said person with each sensor generating a force data signal;a microprocessor for receiving each force data signal from each sensor and processing said force data signals and comparing said processed data signal against a baseline,a haptic device for generating vibrations to said person upon receipt of a signal from said microprocessor; said microprocessor sending such signal if said process data signal meets or exceeds the baseline,a wireless communications device;a smart phone, said microprocessor sending such signal if said process data signal meets or exceeds the baseline through said wireless communications device to said smart phone; andan application running on said smart phone, said application upon receipt of a signal from said microprocessor, generating a visual, audio, and/or vibration feedback display in said smart phone showing the alignment of the center of mass over the base of support of said person;said person shifts the person's force on said sensors to generate new data signals so that said microprocessor receives the new data signals and processes said new data signals to create a new signal to be sent through said wireless communications device to the application on said smartphone, said application upon receipt of a signal from said microprocessor, generating a new visual, audio, and/or vibration feedback display in said smart phone showing the new alignment of the center of mass over the base of support of said person; repeating until said center of mass is approximately aligned with ...

ELECTRONIC SENSOR SYSTEM FOR USE WITH FOOTWEAR

The disclosed technique relates to an insert for footwear and to a composite orthotic insole comprising said insert, wherein the insert is embedded with a plurality of force (or pressure) sensors, and may be used to provide feedback on important information regarding the wearer's gait biomechanics. The layer of sensors may be used to assist in monitoring the wearer's health via foot pressure tracking. The insole can use a relative large number of sensors, which together provide broad coverage of the human foot impact area. 1. A flexible , multi-layered insole for footwear , the insole comprising:a surface layer that binds the insole together and arranged to contact a foot of a user;a pressure-sensitive resistor layer that becomes more conductive as pressure is applied;a sensor layer including a plurality of sensors arranged laterally across the insole, each sensor having a unique identifier;an air gap layer between the pressure-sensitive resistor layer and the sensor layer, the air gap layer configured to collapse at least partially when the insole receives a footfall to thereby cause contact between the pressure-sensitive resistor layer and one or more of the sensors and cause each said one or more of the sensor pads to output a respective signal; anda microcontroller coupled to receive and process the signals received from the sensor pads.2. The insole of claim 1 , further comprising:a wireless communicator communicatively coupled with the microcontroller and configured to transmit processed signals from the microcontroller to external devices.3. The insole of claim 1 , further comprising:a multiplexer to receive the signals from the sensors and selectively output a subset of the signal to the microcontroller.4. The insole of claim 1 , wherein each of the sensors of the sensor layer includes a contact that directs the corresponding to a central location on the insole.5. The insole of claim 4 , wherein the central location is an arch section of the insole.6. The ...

Information analysis device, exercise analysis system, information analysis method, analysis program, image generation device, image generation method, image generation program, information display device, information display system, information display program, and information display method

An information analysis device including an exercise analysis information acquisition unit that acquires a plurality of pieces of exercise analysis information that are results of analyzing exercise of a plurality of users, and an analysis information generation unit that generates analysis information from which exercise capabilities of the plurality of users can be compared, using the plurality of pieces of exercise analysis information.

APPARATUS FOR PARI-MUTUEL RACING GAME WITH FINISH ORDER BETTING

In various embodiments, a device may test the health of race participants in order to ensure the fairness of a bet on an order of finish. 1. (canceled)2. A scale comprisinga plurality of weight sensors;a communications port;a display device; detect a plurality of weight readings from the plurality of weight sensors, each weight sensor being arranged to accommodate a foot of a horse;', 'compute an average weight based on the plurality of weight readings;', 'identify whether the average weight meets a predetermined threshold;', 'render on the display device an indication of an injury of the horse, in response to determining that the average weight does not meet the predetermined threshold; and', 'transmit, via the communication port, the indication of the injury to a server enabled to compute horse racing odds based at least partially on the injury indication., 'at least one processor to3. The scale of claim 2 , wherein a given weight sensor is configured to transmit a weight reading to the at least one processor periodically.4. The scale of claim 2 , wherein a given weight sensor is configured to transmit a weight reading to the at least one processor every sixty seconds.5. The scale of claim 2 , wherein the predetermine threshold is ten percent.6. The scale of claim 2 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to render weight determinations and a percentage of difference between the weight determinations on the display device.7. The scale of claim 2 , wherein a weight reading from a given weight sensor is a function of time.8. A method comprisingdetecting, by at least one processor, a plurality of weight readings from a plurality of weight sensors, each weight sensor being arranged to accommodate a foot of a horse;computing, by the at least one processor, an average weight based on the plurality of weight readings;identifying, by the at least one processor, whether the average weight meets a predetermined threshold;rendering, by the at least one processor, ...

GAIT FEEDBACK SYSTEM

A system may be provided for incorporation in an article of footwear that has an upper coupled to a sole, where the sole has an insole and an outsole and the upper and the insole define an interior space for receiving a foot of a user. The system may include a device configured to be coupled to the footwear beneath the user's foot and a structure for fixing the device in place in a predetermined position in the footwear. In such system, the structure may include a compressible portion coupled to a substantially incompressible portion, and the device may be directly supported by the hard plastic portion of the structure to provide a feedback signal to the user when a pressure applied to the device by the user's foot exceeds a threshold value. 1. A gait feedback system for footwear , comprising:a compressible insert including an upper insert side and a lower insert side; anda sensory feedback device including a hard base and a spring, the spring having a first end and a second end, the first end of the spring resting on the hard base and the spring being held in place on the hard base, the sensory feedback device being fixed inside the compressible insert between the upper insert side and the lower insert side with the hard base being nearer the lower insert side than the spring and the second end of the spring being nearer the upper insert side than the first end of the spring;wherein:the compressible insert is configured for insertion into an interior space defined by an upper of an article of footwear and an inner surface of a sole of the article of footwear so that the lower insert side is adjacent to the inner surface of the sole;the second end of the spring is separated from the interior space by a layer of a compressible material when the compressible insert is placed into the interior space with the lower insert side adjacent to the inner surface of the sole; andthe spring is configured so that when the spring is compressed by force to bring the first end and ...

INSOLE-TYPE ELECTRONIC DEVICE AND CONTROL METHOD FOR INSOLE-TYPE ELECTRONIC DEVICE

To provide an insole-type electronic device that can be used in a location distant from a control unit and has small power consumption, the insole-type electronic device includes a first insole including a first sensor and a second insole including a second sensor. The first sensor acquires first sensor data relating to a biological activity of a first foot and the second sensor acquires second sensor data relating to a biological activity of a second foot. The first insole includes a first-sensor-data transmitter transmitting the first sensor to the second insole. The second insole includes a first-sensor-data receiver receiving the first sensor data, and a data processor processing the first sensor data and the second sensor data. 1. An insole-type electronic device comprising:a first insole including a first sensor that acquires first sensor data relating to a biological activity of a first foot; anda second insole including a second sensor that acquires second sensor data relating to a biological activity of a second foot, whereinthe first insole includesa first-sensor-data transmitter transmitting the first sensor data to the second insole,the second insole includesa first-sensor-data receiver receiving the first sensor data, anda data processor processing the first sensor data and the second sensor data.2. The insole-type electronic device according to claim 1 , whereinthe data processor includesa data transfer device transferring the first sensor data and the second sensor data to an external device.3. The insole-type electronic device according to claim 2 , whereinthe data transfer device includesa short-range wireless-communicator transmitting the first sensor data and the second sensor data to an electronic device carried by a wearer of the first insole and the second insole.4. The insole-type electronic device according to claim 1 , whereinthe first sensor and the second sensor each include a pressure sensor.5. The insole-type electronic device according ...

SYSTEMS AND APPARATUS FOR GAIT MODULATION AND METHODS OF USE

The embodiments and methods described herein relate to an improved functional electrical stimulation (FES) orthosis. An apparatus can include a frame assembly, an electrode assembly, and an electric stimulator. The frame assembly is removably coupleable to a portion of a limb. The electrode assembly is configured to be in electrical communication with a portion of a neuromuscular system of the limb, and includes first and second sets of electrodes. The electric stimulator is in electrical communication with the electrode assembly. The electric stimulator is configured to send a first signal substantially during a first time period and via a first channel to the first set of electrodes for stimulation of a neuromuscular system of the limb, and is configured to send a second signal, during at least one of the first time period or a subsequent second time period, via a second channel to the second set of electrodes for stimulation of the neuromuscular system of the limb. 110.-. (canceled)11. An apparatus , comprising:a frame assembly configured to be removably coupled to a portion of a limb such that the portion of the limb is substantially enveloped by the frame assembly;an electrode assembly configured to be in electrical communication with a portion of a neuromuscular system of the limb, the electrode assembly being at least partially disposed between the frame assembly and the limb when the limb is substantially enveloped by the frame assembly, the electrode assembly including a first set of electrodes and a second set of electrodes;a connector assembly including a first connector, a second connector, and a third connector, the first connector disposed within a first opening of the frame assembly, the second connector disposed within a second opening of the frame assembly and the third connector disposed within a third opening of the frame assembly, each of the first connector, the second connector and the third connector being configured to be selectively coupled ...

Method of gait evaluation and training with differential pressure system

There is described an integrated unweighted gait training system having an unweighting system comprising a computer controller; a gait measurement system in communication with the controller; and a display in communication with the computer controller adapted and configured to provide real-time feedback to a user of the integrated unweighting gait training system. The unweighting system may be a differential air pressure (DAP) unweighting system or a non-DAP unweighting system.

APPLIANCE FOR PEOPLE WITH REDUCED SENSE OF TOUCH OR DISABLED PEOPLE

Disclosed herein are devices, methods and systems for monitoring and detection of pressure on a part of a body of a user. In an embodiment, a device includes a substrate having a contact surface for contacting a user, one or more sacs associated with the contact surface of the substrate, and one or more sensors in communication with the one or more sacs, the one or more sensors adapted to measure changes in pressure in the one or more sacs. The sacs contain a fluidic material configured to transmit pressure. The fluidic material is further configured to be shock-absorbing and pressure-relieving such that the fluidic material is displaceable by an action of the user contacting the contact surface causing the pressure in the fluidic material to be redistributed. 1. A device comprising:a substrate having a contact surface for contacting a user;one or more sacs associated with the contact surface of the substrate, the one or more sacs containing a material configured to transmit a pressure to the user, and the material is configured to be shock-absorbing and pressure-relieving such that the material is displaceable by an action of the user contacting the contact surface causing the pressure in the material to be redistributed; andone or more first sensors in communication with the one or more sacs, wherein the one or more first sensors are connected to one or more transmitters.2. The device of claim 1 , wherein the one or more transmitters comprise a RFID tag claim 1 , a radio frequency communication device claim 1 , a near field communication device claim 1 , a Bluetooth device and/or Bluetooth low energy device.3. The device of claim 1 , wherein the one or more transmitters comprise a microchip claim 1 , an antenna and one or more second sensors claim 1 , and wherein the one or more second sensors are an integral part of the one or more transmitters.4. The device of claim 1 , wherein the one or more first sensors are located within the one or more sacs.5. The device ...

METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DECOMPOSING SUPERIMPOSED GROUND REACTION FORCES INTO INDIVIDUAL FORCE PROFILES

A method for decomposing a GRF into individual force profiles, comprising: receiving a global GRF measured while a subject performs at least one movement on the force platform, the movement comprising at least two motion configurations; identifying individual time regions contained in the time measurement of the global GRF and assigning a respective one of the at least two motion configurations to each time region using a logical order of motion configurations and an identification of a reference motion configuration; for each time region, determining an individual GRF for each one of the at least two support contacts using the identification of the motion configuration for the time region and the global GRF, thereby determining a contribution of each one of the at least two support contacts to the global GRF; and outputting the individual GRFs. 1. A computer-implemented method for decomposing a ground reaction force (GRF) into individual force profiles , comprising:receiving a time measurement of a global GRF measured while a subject having two support contacts for abutting a force platform performs at least one movement on the force platform, the movement comprising at least two motion configurations and each motion configuration being characterized by a respective number of said two support contacts being in physical contact with the force platform;identifying individual time regions contained in the time measurement of the global GRF and assigning a respective one of the at least two motion configurations to each time region using a logical order of motion configurations and an identification of a reference motion configuration, thereby identifying the motion configurations contained in the time measurement of the global GRF;for each time region, determining an individual GRF for each one of the two support contacts using the identification of the motion configuration for the time region, the time measurement of the global GRF, and one of an interpolation ...

Gait analysis data treatment

A method for analyzing the gait of a user comprising the steps of: providing an article of footwear with a plurality of pressure sensors measuring the pressure applied thereon and generating output signals; providing an evaluation module with a transmitter, the evaluation module receiving the output signals of the pressure sensors; and providing a computing device with a receiver for receiving data transmitted by the evaluation module; the module being configured for: computing stride key indicators (SKI) based on curves; and transmitting the stride key indicators (SKI) to a computing device, and the corresponding system.

Data processing apparatus and data amount reducing method

A data processing apparatus and a data amount reducing method are disclosed. The data processing apparatus includes a receiving unit and a numerical transforming unit. The receiving unit is used to receive M original detection data, wherein M is a positive integer. The numerical transforming unit is coupled to the receiving unit and used to perform a numerical transforming process on the M original detection data to generate K numerical transformed data, wherein K is a positive integer smaller than M. Therefore, the amount of the K numerical transformed data can be smaller than the amount of the M original detection data to achieve the effect of reducing the amount of data.

NON-INVASIVE PERIPHERAL NEUROPATHY FOOT SENSORY SYSTEM

A device that non-invasively detects objects beneath or around the foot or a foot position and transmits signals which are processed and then output via an output device on a skin surface not affected by a neurological deficit, such as the hands or thighs. This device is suitable for subjects with diabetic neuropathy who have lost sensation in their feet and are at risk of punctures, cuts or other physical damage and at risk of sprains, strains or falls due to lack of an ability to detect objects underfoot and foot position. 1. A wearable non-invasive peripheral neuropathy foot sensory system , comprising:a processing unit comprising one or more processors;a sensory unit comprising one or more input pressure sensors that measure pressure, and one or more output devices; anda transceiving unit comprising at least on transceiver and at least one receiver; anda power source;wherein the one or more input pressure sensors are configured to be positioned on a dorsal surface of a foot or ankle of a wearer so that it is next to a preselected area of skin on the foot or ankle of the wearer when the device is worn,wherein each of the one or more output devices is configured to be positioned so that it is next to a preselected area of skin on a thigh of the wearer when the device is worn, wherein the one or more output devices are configured to be positioned within a foot-shaped area on the thigh of the wearer and a position of each of the one or more output devices in the foot-shaped area correlates a position of one of the at least one input pressure sensors, andwherein the power source, the one or more input sensors, the one or more processors, and the one or more output devices are interconnected so that power from the power source is delivered to the one or more input sensors, the one or more processors, and the one or more output devices,wherein the processing unit, the sensory unit and the transceiving unit are configured and so that signals received by the one or more ...

GAIT AND MOBILITY ASSESSMENT SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Gait and mobility assessment systems and methods are disclosed. A gait and mobility assessment system comprises a shoe, a plurality of force sensors mounted on the shoe, a plurality of motion sensors mounted on the shoe, and a microprocessor affixed to the shoe. The shoe is adapted to be secured to a foot of a user such that the user may freely ambulate in an unrestricted environment. The force sensors are configured to sense forces exerted by the foot of the user. The motion sensors are configured to sense a motion of the shoe. The microprocessor is coupled to receive data from the plurality of force sensors representing the sensed forces and from the plurality of motion sensors representing the sensed motion. The microprocessor is programmed to (i) store the received data in a memory affixed to the shoe, or (ii) wirelessly transmit the received data to a remote location. 1. A gait and mobility assessment system comprising:a shoe adapted to be secured to a foot of a user such that the user may freely ambulate in an unrestricted environment;a plurality of force sensors mounted on the shoe, the force sensors configured to sense forces exerted by the foot of the user;a plurality of motion sensors mounted on the shoe, the motion sensors configured to sense a motion of the shoe; anda microprocessor affixed to the shoe, the microprocessor coupled to receive data from the plurality of force sensors representing the sensed forces and from the plurality of motion sensors representing the sensed motion, and the microprocessor programmed to store the received data in a memory affixed to the shoe or wirelessly transmit the received data to a remote location.2. The gait and mobility assessment system of claim 1 , wherein the shoe is not attached to any other device external to the shoe.3. The gait and mobility assessment system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of force sensors comprises at least a heel sensor configured to sense a force exerted by a heel of the foot of the ...

System and Methods for Gait and Running Functional Improvement and Performance Training

A gait analysis and training system is provided, as well as methods of training, e.g., retraining gait in a patient. The system provides real-time external feedback to a patient is portable so that use is not limited to a clinic. 1. A gait analysis , training , and retraining system comprising:a sensor configured to measure one or more attributes of gait of a patient; and receive and process information from the sensor representative of one or more attributes of the gait of the patient;', 'generate a data set corresponding to the information from the sensor representative of one or more attributes of the gait of the patient;', 'compare the generated data set to reference data indicating optimal values for a data set corresponding to the information from the sensor representative of one or more attributes of the gait of a patient; and', 'cause the display to provide feedback comprising gait analysis based, at least in part, on the comparison between the generated data set and the reference data and at least indicating in the feedback if the generated data set is within defined tolerances relative to the reference data,, "a controller in communication with a sensory output device, the controller configured to, repeatedly, monitor a patient's gait in real-time and to provide real-time feedback to the patient:"}wherein the controller and the sensory output device optionally communicate wirelessly.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensory output device is a wearable display claim 1 , such as a wearable smart display device or head up display (HUD) or a sound transducer claim 1 , such as a headphone claim 1 , or a haptic device claim 1 , such as a vibration motor.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein the sensor is a force claim 1 , or a force and torque (F/T sensor) configured to measure forces and torque applied to a leg of a patient claim 1 , such as a six-axis F/T sensor.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the force sensor measures at least Fz.5. The system of claim 3 ...

Gait Analysis Devices, Methods, and Systems

A quantitative gait training and/or analysis system includes a pair of footwear modules that may include a shank module and an independent processing module. Each footwear module may have a sole portion, a heel portion, a speaker, vibrotactile transducer and a wireless communication module. Sensors may permit the extraction of gait kinematics in real time and provide feedback from it. Embodiments may store data for later reduction and analysis. Embodiments employing calibration-based estimation of kinematic gait parameters are described. 1. A gait training and analysis system to be worn by a subject comprising:a pair of footwear modules, each footwear module constructed to be worn on a foot of the subject and comprising:a sole portion having a plurality of piezo-resistive pressure sensors and a plurality of vibrotactile transducers, each piezo-resistive sensor being configured to generate a respective sensor signal responsively to pressure applied to the sole portion, each vibrotactile transducer being configured to generate vibration responsively to one or more feedback signals;a heel portion having a multi-degree of freedom inertial sensor and configured to generate a respective sensor signal;a speaker configured to generate audible sound in response to the one or more feedback signals; anda wireless communication module configured to wirelessly transmit each of said sensor signals and receive said feedback signals;a processing module constructed to be worn as a belt by the subject, the processing module being configured to process each of said sensor signals received from the wireless communication module and to generate the one or more feedback signals responsively thereto; andeach footwear module being connected to the processing module to convey the one or more feedback signals from the processing module to the vibrotactile transducers and/or speakers connected to the footwear unit.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , for each footwear module claim 1 , ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING BALANCE

A method and apparatus for helping a user walk may verify whether the user is in a standing state and calculate a torque that controls balance of the user, and an assistance force for controlling balance may be provided for the user based on the torque generated by an actuator. 1. (canceled)2. A method for controlling balance of a user by a balance control apparatus worn by the user , the balance control apparatus including a controller , a motor including an actuator , and a support configured to secure to a limb of the user , the support having a first end attached to a proximal portion of the user and a second end attached to a distal portion of the user , the method comprising:receiving, from at least one sensor of the balance control apparatus, electronic data including at least one of a hip joint angle of the user, a hip joint angular velocity of the user, a hip joint angular acceleration of the user, or inertial data associated with movement of the user;measuring, by the controller, a balance state of the user based on the electronic data while the balance control apparatus is worn by the user such that the balance control apparatus supports the limb of the user;calculating a torque to be generated based on the measured balance state; andgenerating, by the motor of the actuator, the torque to provide a force to the support secured to the limb of the user to balance the user.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the calculating the torque comprises:calculating the torque for recovering balance of the user based on the measured balance state.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein the measuring comprises:measuring the balance state based on a center of mass (COM) of the user.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the measuring based on the COM comprises:calculating the COM based on IMU data associated with the user and hip joint angle data, the hip joint angle data indicating the hip joint angle of the user;calculating a COM angle based on a difference between a desired ...

Recognition method of human walking speed intention from surface electromyogram signals of plantar flexor and walking speed control method of a lower-limb exoskeleton robot

The present disclosure provides a walk assist robot for lower body walking of a walking trainee, including a joint angle signal measurement unit disposed on a joint of the walking trainee, an electromyogram (EMG) signal measurement unit disposed on a muscle related to ankle joint extension of the walking trainee, a plantar pressure signal measurement unit disposed on a sole of the walking trainee, and a control unit to recognize signals measured from the joint angle signal measurement unit, the EMG signal measurement unit and the plantar pressure signal measurement unit and process the signals to recognize a walking speed intention of the walking trainee, wherein the control unit controls a walking speed of the walk assist robot from the walking speed intention of the walking trainee.

EXERCISE STATE EVALUATION METHOD

An exercise state evaluation method having the following steps is provided. The steps includes: obtaining a plurality of sensing signals by a foot information sensing module; recording a receiving time of each of the sensing signals by a processing unit and generating a plurality of pressure values, a plurality of center of gravity values, and a center of gravity trajectory information corresponding a human body according to each of the sensing signals; determining a start time, an acting time and a finish time corresponding to an exercise according to the receiving time, the pressure values, the center of gravity values and the center of gravity trajectory information; obtaining an act time value according to the start time, the acting time and the finish time; and integrating the pressure values, the center of gravity values, the center of gravity trajectory information and the act time value to an user interface. 1. An exercise state evaluation method , comprising:obtaining a plurality of sensing signals corresponding to a human body by a foot information sensing module;recording a receiving time of each of the plurality of sensing signals by a processing unit, and generating a plurality of pressure values, a plurality of center of gravity values, and center of gravity trajectory information corresponding to the human body according to each of the plurality of sensing signals;determining a start time, an acting time and a finish time corresponding to an exercise by the processing unit according to the receiving time and at least one of the plurality of pressure values, the plurality of center of gravity values and the center of gravity trajectory information;obtaining an act time value by the processing unit according to the start time, the acting time and the finish time; andintegrating the plurality of pressure values, the plurality of center of gravity values, the center of gravity trajectory information and the act time value by the processing unit, and ...

WALKING-LOAD-DEGREE CALCULATION APPARATUS, MAXIMUM-OXYGEN-CONSUMPTION CALCULATION APPARATUS, RECORDING MEDIUM, AND CONTROL METHOD

A walking-load-degree calculation apparatus includes a rate obtainer that obtains a rate that is a heart rate or a pulse rate of a user, a walking speed obtainer that obtains one or more walking speeds of the user during a walk, a weight obtainer that obtains a weight of the user, and a walking-load-degree calculator that calculates a walking load degree that is an indicator of cardiopulmonary exercise of the user during the walk. 2. The walking-load-degree calculation apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a presenter that presents the walking load degree calculated by the walking-load-degree calculator to the user.3. The walking-load-degree calculation apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising:a height obtainer that obtains a height of the user;a step counter that counts steps of the user during the walk; anda walking speed calculator that calculates the one or more walking speeds of the user, calculates the number of steps counted by the step counter for the t-th period,', 'calculates a stride length of the user during the walk by using the height obtained by the height obtainer and the number of steps for the t-th period, and', 'calculates the walking speed for the t-th period based on a product of the number of steps for the t-th period and the stride length, and, 'wherein the walking speed calculator'}wherein the walking speed obtainer obtains the one or more walking speeds calculated by the walking speed calculator.4. A maximum-oxygen-consumption calculation apparatus comprising:{'claim-ref': {'@idref': 'CLM-00001', 'claim 1'}, 'the walking-load-degree calculation apparatus according to ; and'}a maximum-oxygen-consumption calculator that calculates a maximum oxygen consumption of the user by using a relationship calculated in advance for a walking load degree and a maximum oxygen consumption and using the walking load degree calculated by the walking-load-degree calculation apparatus.5. The maximum-oxygen-consumption calculation ...

Management system and method for damage risk of tissue pressure

According to one embodiment of a management system for damage risk of tissue pressure, at least one pressure sensor is deployed on at least one pressure-withstanding location on a body surface of a user, and detects a plurality of extremity pressure signals from the at least a pressure-withstanding location. An information processing device uses the plurality of extremity pressure signals to compute and store at least one risk assessment index, uses a plurality of features of the plurality of extremity pressure signals to compute at least one risk adjustment factor, and then uses the at least one risk adjustment factor to calibrate the at least one risk assessment index. 1. A management system for damage risk of tissue pressure , comprising:at least one pressure sensor deployed on at least one pressure-withstanding location on a body surface of a user, and the at least one pressure sensor detects a plurality of extremity pressure signals from the at least one pressure-withstanding location; andan information processing device that computes and temporarily stores at least one risk assessment index according to the plurality of extremity pressure signals, computes at least one risk adjustment factor according to a plurality of features of the plurality of extremity pressure signals, and then calibrates the at least one risk assessment index according to the at least one risk adjustment factor.2. The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said information processing device connects to the at least one pressure sensor.3. The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said at least one risk assessment index is at least one extremity maximum pressure value of said user claim 1 , and said at least one extremity maximum pressure value is obtained from a plurality of pressure peak values of a plurality of extremity pressure areas of said user.4. The system as claimed in claim 1 , wherein said plurality of features of said plurality of extremity pressure signals are derived by a ...

Automated Physical Training System

Systems, methods and computer readable media comprising a virtual exercise board, which is represented by images on the screen of a pad device; wearable devices configured to attach to each shoe of a user and to collect and transmit touch data to the pad device; cameras for tracking movement and calibrating with the data collected by the wearable devices; and computer programs for collecting user data, processing user data, and generating outputs. In embodiments, features include augmented reality; ratings of performance; automated workouts/protocols; real-time progress bar; multi-location database capabilities; and reports. 1. A system for providing physical training routines for a user via a virtual sensor board , the system comprising:a tablet device having a processor and a display, the processor having a computer readable medium programmed to administer a physical training routine program to the user via the display;the physical training routine program configured to display a virtual sensor board on the display, the virtual sensor board including a plurality of virtual sensor units for registering foot touches by said user, the plurality of sensor units including a center sensor unit and at least four peripheral sensor units spaced peripherally from the center sensor unit;a pair of wearable devices for executing a physical training routine and collecting user physical data during the physical training routine and transmitting user physical data to the tablet device, each of the wearable devices attachable to a foot or shoe of said user, the user physical data comprising foot touches of the user on a floor surface relative to changes on the virtual sensor board on the display;a camera system for executing an augmented reality physical training routine and collecting visual user data during the routine and for transmitting the visual user data to the tablet device; andthe physical training routine program configured to process the user physical data and the user ...

INSOLE AND SHOES COMPRISING THE SAME

An insole may include an insole body in a shape receivable in a shoe; an electronic element provided in the insole body; a connection line configured to electrically connect to the electronic element and including a contact terminal exposed to the outside of the insole body; and a connector including a detachable member configured to at least partially protrude outward from the insole body and configured to support the contact terminal. 1. An insole comprising:an insole body insertable in a shoe;an electronic element in the insole body;a connection line configured to electrically connect to the electronic element, the connection line including a contact terminal exposed to an outside of the insole body; anda connector including a detachable member configured to at least partially protrude from the insole body towards the outside of the insole body, the connector configured to support the contact terminal.2. The insole of claim 1 , wherein the electronic element comprises:one or more of a vibrator, a pressure sensor, or an inertial sensor.3. The insole of claim 1 , further comprising:a support layer in the insole body, the support layer configured to support the electronic element.4. The insole of claim 1 , wherein the connector further comprises: 'the detachable member is configured to protrude downward from the base with respect to a top surface of the insole body.', 'a base configured to support the contact terminal, and to expose the contact terminal at a portion in which the contact terminal wraps around the base, and wherein'}5. The insole of claim 4 , wherein the detachable member comprises:a left arm protruding from a first side of the base with respect to the top surface of the insole body; anda right arm protruding from a second side of the base with respect to the top surface of the insole body such that the right arm is separated from and faces the left arm.6. The insole of claim 4 , wherein the connection member is in a U shape that is convex backward.7. ...

SYSTEM, GARMENT AND METHOD

The present invention relates to a system and garment that incorporates sensors that can be used for measuring or monitoring pressure or forces in feet, the stumps of limbs of an amputee that are fitted with prosthetic devices, or any other parts of the body that are subject to forces such as the buttock while seated or when external pressure inducing devices are employed, such as for example, pressure bandages. The invention also relates to a method to monitor or diagnose any foot or limb related activity for recreational, sporting, military or medical reasons and is particularly aimed at the treatment of neuropathic or other degenerating conditions. 1. A system that is wearable by a person to monitor or sense pressure , the system including:a) a flexible substrate in the form of a garment that can be worn by or fitted directly or indirectly to surfaces of the person; andb) at least one pressure sensor integrally incorporated into the substrate, with leads extending from each pressure sensor, the leads terminating in contact surfaces located on an external surface of the flexible substrate and spaced a distance from an edge boundary of the flexible substrate.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one pressure sensor comprises a material selected from the group consisting of: conductive yarns or threads and metal coated threads or yarns.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one pressure sensor comprises substantially inert electrodes to measure a change in electrical potential difference across the sensor.4. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one pressure sensor comprises a material selected from the group consisting of: conductive yarns or threads and conductive polymers that are spaced apart by a spacing in the range of 2 to 15 mm in a direction transverse to the direction in which the substrate compresses.5. The system according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one pressure sensor has an area ...

Custom foot orthotic and system and method for designing of a custom foot orthotic

A custom foot orthotic and a system and a method for designing of a custom foot orthotic. The method includes: receiving 3D scan data of the patient's foot; receiving plantar pressure scan data of the patient's foot; establishing a desirable pressure distribution; generating an underfoot elevation profile relative to an elevation profile of the patient's foot in the 3D scan data; determining an internal density profile of the resulting foot orthotic 3D model by superimposing the desirable pressure distribution over the resulting foot orthotic 3D model and reducing or increasing density in regions of the foot orthotic 3D model based on the difference between an expected pattern of support and the desirable pressure distribution; and outputting the 3D model of the custom foot orthotic.

Walkway Device and Method for Quantitative Analysis of Gait and its Modification in Rodents

A system and method for quantitatively assessing the changes in control of asymmetric locomotor behavior of an animal comprising analyzing the phase modulation in response to imposed asymmetric stepping tasks for quantitatively assessing changes in control of asymmetric locomotor behavior. A walkway gait device is provided comprising an elevated grid having at least one platform having a face and at least two or more pegs located in front or back of said platform, wherein each peg has a pressure sensor or switch in communication with a detection unit for capturing the pressure detected by one or more of the pressure sensors or switches. Preferably, the grid of the walkway gait device has at least three platforms to form a closed path loop. 1. A method for quantitatively assessing the changes in control of asymmetric locomotor behavior of an animal comprising analyzing the phase modulation in response to imposed asymmetric stepping tasks as set forth in this application for quantitatively assessing changes in control of asymmetric locomotor behavior.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising observing changes in whole body coordination of said animal requiring diagonal coupling between contralateral forelimbs and hind-limbs of said animal characterized by differences in diagonal angle.3. The method of claim 2 , further comprising providing an animal having either a focal stroke or spinal cord hemilesion.4. A walkway gait device comprising an elevated grid or framework having at least one platform having a face and at least two or more pegs located in front or back of said platform claim 2 , each peg having a face and at least one side that extends vertically from said face claim 2 , said face of said peg positioned in proximity to said face of said platform claim 2 , including wherein each peg has a pressure sensor or switch claim 2 , wherein one or more of said pressure sensors or switches are in communication with a detection unit for capturing the pressure ...

NOVEL METHOD FOR DESIGNING ATHLETIC FOOTWEAR

The invention described herein pertains to athletic footwear and in particular to a novel method of designing position-specific athletic footwear. The present invention includes a method of designing athletic footwear comprising collecting data while a set of athletic moves are executed wherein the set of athletic moves are characteristic of a player position for a sport. Based upon the collected data, designing athletic footwear to maximize player position performance. 1. A method , comprising:collecting data while a set of athletic moves are executed;wherein the set of athletic moves are characteristic of a player position for a sport; andbased on the collected data, designing athletic footwear to maximize player position performance.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising identifying the set of athletic moves that characteristic of the player position for the sport.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the sport is a team sport.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the set of athletic moves includes at least one football athletic move claim 1 , basketball athletic move claim 1 , or soccer athletic move.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the data collected includes at least one of stress data claim 1 , pressure data claim 1 , shear data claim 1 , torsion data claim 1 , force data claim 1 , or impact data.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein designing athletic footwear consists of designing an inner sole and an outer sole of an athletic footwear.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the set of athletic moves are performed by a test subject.8. The method of claim 1 , wherein the athletic moves include primary athletic moves and secondary athletic moves.9. The method of claim 8 , wherein the primary athletic moves include athletic moves attributable to one player position.10. The method of claim 8 , wherein the secondary athletic moves include athletic moves attributable to two or more player positions.11. A player-position sports shoe claim 8 , comprising:an integrated ...

FUNCTIONAL ELECTRICAL STIMULATION SYSTEMS

A gait modulation system including: (a) a sensor device including a sensor adapted for associating with at least one lower limb of the patient, the sensor for transducing at least one parameter related to a gait of the patient, so as to obtain gait data related to the gait, and (b) a muscle stimulator including: (i) an electrical stimulation circuit, the circuit adapted to supply an electrical stimulation output to an electrode array for performing functional electrical stimulation of at least one muscle of the lower limb, and (ii) a microprocessor, operatively connected to the at least one sensor, the microprocessor adapted for: receiving a stream of gait information based on the gait data; processing the gait information, and controlling the stimulation output based on the processing of the gait information, and wherein the microprocessor is further adapted to identify a failure in the stream of gait information, and to consequently control the electrical stimulation circuit to deliver a fail-safe stimulation output over a portion of a duration of the failure. 1. A gait modulation system utilizing functional electrical stimulation for improving lower-limb function of a patient having neuromuscular impairment of a lower limb , the gait modulation system comprising:a sensor unit including at least a sensor and a processor, the sensor configured to be coupled to a lower limb of the patient, the sensor configured to produce a gait signal as a function of time, the sensor unit configured to determine a plurality of heel-on events and a plurality of heel-off events based on the gait signal, the processor configured to determine a stance time between a first heel-on event from the plurality of heel-on events and a first heel-off event from the plurality of heel-off events; anda stimulator configured to receive at least one signal produced by the sensor unit via a communication pathway, the stimulator configured to produce a first stimulation signal in response to the at ...

GAIT FEEDBACK SYSTEM

A system may be provided for incorporation in an article of footwear that has an upper coupled to a sole, where the sole has an insole and an outsole and the upper and the insole define an interior space for receiving a foot of a user. The system may include a device configured to be coupled to the footwear beneath the user's foot and a structure for fixing the device in place in a predetermined position in the footwear. In such system, the structure may include a compressible portion coupled to a substantially incompressible portion, and the device may be directly supported by the hard plastic portion of the structure to provide a feedback signal to the user when a pressure applied to the device by the user's foot exceeds a threshold value. 2. The system of wherein the feedback signal is an audible sound.3. The system of wherein the feedback signal is a haptic signal.4. The system of wherein the insole of the footwear defines a heel area and wherein the predetermined position for the device is in the heel area.5. The system of wherein the threshold value for the pressure is indicative of a heel strike from an improper gait.6. The system of wherein the threshold value for the pressure is indicative of an undesired weight transfer during a ground contact phase.7. The system of wherein the structure for fixing the device in place is removable.8. The system of wherein the structure is an insole insert.9. The system of wherein the device includes a spring configured to deform when the pressure applied by the user's foot exceeds the threshold value.10. The system of wherein the feedback signal includes both an audible sound and a haptic signal.11. The system of wherein the structure is configured for adjusting the device relative to the insole of the footwear in at least one direction.13. The system of wherein the insole of the footwear defines a heel area and wherein the predetermined position for the device is in the heel portion.14. The system of wherein the threshold ...

SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF MONITORING HUMAN LOWER LIMB AND FOOT PERFORMANCE

A motion analytics system includes a footwear device having one or more sensors configured to detect motion of a user, and an external computing device. The external computing device includes a processor configured to receive motion data generated by the sensors and a non-transitory processor-readable memory coupled to the processor. The memory includes machine-readable instructions stored thereon that, when executed by the processor, causes the external computing device to perform a data analytics method. The data analytics method includes organizing the received data and filtering at least a portion of the organized data through a frequency-based signal processing filter to remove background noise and interference therefrom. The data analytics method further includes determining analytical data associated with one or more foot factors based on the filtered data. The data analytics method further includes categorizing the determined analytical data to provide context and insight to the user. 1. A data analytics method comprising;receiving at least a portion of motion data of a user generated by one or more sensors;organizing the received data;filtering at least a portion of the organized data through a frequency-based signal processing filter to remove background noise and interference therefrom;determining analytical data associated with one or more foot factors based on the filtered data; andcategorizing the determined analytical data to provide context and insight to the user.2. The data analytics method of claim 1 , wherein the one or more sensors include (i) one or more force-sensitive resistors claim 1 , (ii) one or more three-axis accelerometers having at least one high-G accelerometer claim 1 , (iii) one or more three-axis gyroscopes claim 1 , (iv) one or more magnetometers claim 1 , (v) one or more temperature sensors claim 1 , (vi) one or more electromyography sensors claim 1 , (vii) one or more heart rate sensors claim 1 , or (viii) any combination ...

COMPASS-SENSOR EMBEDDED FOOTWEAR SYSTEM AND OPERATION METHOD THEREOF

A compass-sensor embedded footwear system and an operation method thereof are provided. The compass-sensor embedded footwear system includes: a footwear including: a footwear sole; two pressure sensors embedded in the footwear sole; a compass sensor configured in a fixed orientation with respect to the footwear sole; and a control-communication unit connecting to each of the two pressure sensors and compass sensor. 1. A compass-sensor embedded footwear system comprising:a footwear, including:a footwear sole;two pressure sensors embedded in the footwear sole;a compass sensor configured in a fixed orientation with respect to the footwear sole; anda control-communication unit connecting to each of the two pressure sensors and compass sensor.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein:the footwear further includes a battery module connected to the control-communication unit, andthe battery module is embedded in the footwear sole or attached to an outer surface of the footwear including the footwear sole.3. The system according to claim 1 , wherein:the footwear, including a footwear sole, is in a form of a shoe or a shoe insole.4. The system according to claim 1 , wherein:the two pressure sensors are positioned on two areas of the footwear sole, such that: when a human foot is wearing the footwear, the two areas correspond to a fore part and a heel part of the human foot.5. The system according to claim 1 , wherein:the compass sensor is placed, such that when the footwear sole is substantially leveled in a horizontal position, the compass sensor is in normal operation.6. The system according to claim 1 , wherein:each of the compass sensor and the control-communication unit is embedded in the footwear sole or attached to an outer surface of the footwear including the footwear sole.7. The system according to claim 1 , wherein:the pressure sensors, the compass sensor, the control-communication unit, and a battery module are together embedded in the footwear sole.8. The ...

DEVICES, METHODS, AND SYSTEMS FOR MOUNTING DEVICES TO SURFACE STRUCTURES

Vent system for mounting to a surface structure such that a cover plate of the vent system is substantially flush with an outward facing surface of wallboard of the surface structure. At least one bracket is disposed between adjacent joists of a surface structure. A base plate includes a flange defining an adhesive bonding surface, a ring portion defining a recess, and a cuff. A cover plate is configured to be received within the recess. At least one magnet supported by the cover plate is for magnetically coupling the cover plate to the base plate. The vent assembly is configured to attach with the cuff. The joints, base plate, and cover plate are configured such that in an assembled configuration an outward facing surface of the cover plate is substantially flush with the outward facing surface of the wallboard. 1. A vent system for mounting to a surface structure , the surface structure including a plurality of joists and wallboard attached to the joists , wherein a vent assembly is configured to be in attachment with the vent system and surface structure such that a cover plate of the vent system is substantially flush with an outward facing surface of the wallboard , the vent system comprising:at least one bracket disposed between adjacent joists of a surface structure;a base plate having a flange defining an adhesive bonding surface, a ring portion defining a recess, and a cuff;the cover plate configured to be received within the recess;at least one magnet supported by the cover plate, wherein the at least one magnet magnetically couples the cover plate to the base plate;the vent assembly configured to attach to the cuff of the base plate; and,wherein the joists, base plate, and cover plate are sized and shaped such that in an assembled configuration, in which the wallboard is attached to the joists, an outward facing surface of the cover plate is substantially flush with the outward facing surface of the wallboard.2. The vent system of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Shoe-Based Analysis System

In one example, an apparatus. includes a shoe having a sole with at least a portion of foam replaced with a composite polymeric foam, at least one probe disposed in the composite polymeric foam, a voltage detector coupled to the probe that detects voltage data generated by the composite polymeric foam, and a transformation module that converts voltage data generated by the composite polymeric foam in response to deformation events into GRF, acceleration, or pressure data. In another example, a method includes receiving voltage data produced by composite polymeric foam, the composite polymeric foam providing support and padding in the sole of a shoe, converting the voltage data to force data, comparing the force data to a profile, and transmitting, when the force data fails to fall within a threshold of the profile, a feedback signal to a physical feedback device, the feedback signal indicating a difference with the profile. 1a shoe having foam-based padding, wherein at least a portion of foam-based padding is replaced with a self-sensing composite polymeric foam;at least one probe disposed in the self-sensing composite polymeric foam;a voltage detector coupled to the probe that detects voltage data generated by the self-sensing composite polymeric foam; anda transformation module that converts voltage data generated by the self-sensing composite polymeric foam in response to an impact event into pressure data.. An apparatus, comprising: This application is a continuation of, and claims priority to, U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/990,763, filed on Jan. 7, 2016, which is a non-provisional of, and claims priority to, U.S. Provisional Application No. 62/100,851, titled SHOE-BASED ANALYSIS SYSTEM, filed Jan. 7, 2015, the disclosures of which are incorporated herein by reference in their entireties.This application was made with support from a government grant under Grant Number NSF CMMI-1538447 awarded by the National Science Foundation. The government has certain ...

CANINE GAIT ANALYZER

A canine gait analyzer is used in connection with a treadmill. A sensor assembly includes a plurality of overlapping sensor panels, each having a pressure transducer array connected to a circuit board with conductive traces. An elastomer sheet with carbon-graphite dampens the dog's pawsteps, and is electrically grounded for static electric charge. The sensor assembly is held fast between the belt inner surface and the treadmill bed with a J bracket. The sensor panel edge extends downward on the side of the frame. A C-shaped side cover is attached to the frame and covers the sensor panel edge having the circuit boards. A motor speed controller is connected to the motor, the circuit boards, and to a computer. 1. A canine gait analyzer , for use in connection with a treadmill having a frame , the frame having opposite left and right sides , a bed mounted on the frame , the bed extending between a forward end and a rear end , the bed having a top surface , front and rear rollers mounted on the frame , a belt mounted on the rollers , a motor driving one of the rollers , the belt having inner and outer surfaces , and a guardrail mounted on the frame , the canine gait analyzer comprising:at least one sensor panel, the sensor panel having a portion of flexible material extending between opposite front and rear ends, and between opposite left and right edges, the sensor panel having a pressure transducer array received on the flexible material, the transducer array having a plurality of pressure transducers arranged in a matrix, the sensor panel having at least one circuit board adjacent one of the left and right edges, the circuit board including electronic components, the sensor panel having conductive traces connecting the pressure transducers electrically to the circuit board;a sensor assembly including the at least one sensor panel, an antifriction membrane stacked above the sensor panel, and an elastomer sheet stacked adjacent the sensor panel, the sensor assembly ...

Footwear Having Sensor System

An article of footwear includes an upper member and a sole structure, with a sensor system connected to the sole structure. The sensor system includes a plurality of sensors that are configured for detecting forces exerted by a user's foot on the sensor. Each sensor includes two electrodes that are in communication with a force sensitive resistive material. The electrodes and the force sensitive resistive material may have multi-lobed shapes. Additionally, the sensor system may be provided on an insert that may form a sole member of the article of footwear. The insert may have slits therethrough, and may have a defined peripheral shape. 1. (canceled)2. An insert for use with an article of footwear adapted to engage a foot , the article of footwear having a sole structure and an upper portion connected to the sole structure , the insert comprising:an insert member adapted to be placed in contact with the sole structure of the article of footwear, the insert member comprising an arch portion adapted to engage an arch region of the foot and a forefoot portion connected to a front of the arch portion and adapted to engage a forefoot area of the foot, the insert member having a peripheral edge defining a periphery of the insert member, and wherein the peripheral edge comprises a medial edge adapted to be located on a medial side of the foot and a lateral edge opposite the medial edge and adapted to be located on a lateral side of the foot,wherein the arch portion has a first width measured between the medial and lateral edges and the forefoot portion has a second width measured between the medial and lateral edges, wherein the second width is greater than the first width,wherein the medial edge includes a medial concave edge segment located between the arch portion and the forefoot portion, and the lateral edge includes a lateral concave edge segment located between the arch portion and the forefoot portion, wherein the medial and lateral concave edge segments extend ...

GAIT ANALYSIS SYSTEM AND METHODS

Systems and methods for analyzing the gait of an individual are disclosed. The disclosed systems and methods can be configured to acquire data from a first array and a second array of sensors that are configured to be placed in a left and/or right shoe, respectively. The acquired data can be collected or separated into at least two separate gait phases for each array, compared to a baseline condition for each gait phase and categorized into one of at least two uniformity categories for each gait phase. Examples of collected and/or calculated data include pressure values, shear stress values and torque values. The analysis can be focused on both feet of a person, or focused on one foot. A graphical output showing at least one entire gait cycle based on the uniformity categories can then be generated. 1. A method for analyzing the gait of an individual wearing a left shoe and a right shoe , the method including the steps of:(a) acquiring data from a first array comprising a plurality of shear sensors configured for placement in a left shoe and from a second array comprising a plurality of shear sensors configured for placement in a right shoe, the acquired data being separated into at least two separate gait phases for each array;(b) comparing at least a portion of the acquired data to a baseline condition for each gait phase; and(c) categorizing the sensors in each array, or a group of sensors in each array, into one of at least two uniformity categories for each gait phase based on the comparison of the acquired data to the baseline condition.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the at least two separate gait phases for each array comprises a heel strike gait phase claim 1 , a mid-stance gait phase claim 1 , and a toe-off gait phase.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the baseline condition comprises data derived from a baseline test of the individual's gait claim 1 , data derived from a previous analysis of the individual's gait claim 1 , pressure ...

Footwear Having Sensor System

An article of footwear includes an upper member and a sole structure, with a sensor system connected to the sole structure. The sensor system includes a plurality of sensors that are configured for detecting forces exerted by a user's foot on the sensor. Each sensor includes two electrodes that are in communication with a force sensitive resistive material. Additionally, the sensor system may be provided on an insert that may form a sole member of the article of footwear. The insert may include an airflow system that includes one or more air chambers in communication with one or more air reservoirs through air passages extending therebetween. The insert may also have a multi-layered structure, with the airflow system provided between the layers. 1. An insert for use with an article of footwear adapted to engage a foot , the article of footwear having a sole structure and an upper portion connected to the sole structure , the insert comprising:a flexible polymer insert member adapted to be placed in contact with the sole structure of the article of footwear, the insert member comprising a first layer and a second layer connected together in a layered configuration; anda sensor system comprising a first force sensor connected to the insert member and a port in communication with the first force sensor configured for communication with an electronic device,wherein the insert member has an internal airflow system comprising an air chamber defined between the first and second layers and located at the first force sensor, an air passage defined between the first and second layers and extending away from the air chamber, and a vent hole extending through at least one of the first and second layers, the air passage being in communication with the vent hole, such that compression of the first force sensor is adapted to cause air to flow from the air chamber through the air passage and through the vent hole to an exterior of the insert.2. The insert of claim 1 , wherein the ...

PERFORMANCE MONITORING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Systems and methods for electronically conducting a fitness activity challenge are disclosed. The method may include first collecting electronic fitness data related to a first fitness activity, collecting second electronic fitness data related to a second fitness activity, generating comparison data by comparing the first electronic fitness data and the second electronic fitness data, and displaying the comparison data. 1. A method of conducting a fitness activity challenge comprising:collecting first electronic fitness data related to a first fitness activity on a portable electronic device, the portable electronic device including a microprocessor, a display screen, a user input, a satellite positioning system receiver, and a wireless communication transceiver;collecting second electronic fitness data related to a second fitness activity on a second portable electronic device, the second portable electronic device including a microprocessor, a display screen, a user input, a satellite positioning system receiver, and a wireless communication transceiver;generating comparison data by comparing the first electronic fitness data and the second electronic fitness data; anddisplaying the comparison data on the portable electronic device.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the displaying the comparison data on the portable electronic device occurs during the first fitness activity.3. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:displaying the comparison data on the second portable electronic device.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the displaying the comparison data on the second portable electronic device occurs during the second fitness activity.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the comparison data includes a distance of the first fitness activity and a distance of the second fitness activity.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the comparison data includes performance data.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the comparison data includes first speed data related to the ...

PERFORMANCE MONITORING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Systems and methods for electronically creating and modifying a fitness plan are disclosed. The method may include receiving electronic user data, collecting electronic fitness data, and displaying a suggestion for a fitness activity based on the electronic user data and the electronic fitness data. 1. A method of creating and modifying a fitness plan , the method comprising:receiving electronic user data related to a fitness activity on a portable electronic device, the portable electronic device including a microprocessor, a display screen, a user input, a satellite positioning system receiver, and a wireless communication transceiver;collecting electronic fitness data during a second fitness activity on the portable electronic device;displaying a suggestion on the display screen for a third fitness activity based on the electronic user data and the second electronic fitness data.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electronic user data includes electronic fitness goal data.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein electronic fitness goal data includes a completion date for a target fitness activity.4. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:comparing the electronic fitness data and the electronic fitness goal data to generate comparison electronic data;wherein the displaying the suggestion is based on the comparison electronic data.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electronic fitness data includes performance data.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:receiving a plan input on the portable electronic device, the plan input specifying one of a type, duration, or intensity of a desired fitness activity,wherein the displaying the suggestion is based on the plan input.7. The method of claim 1 , wherein the displaying the suggestion includes specifying a completion date for the third fitness activity.8. A portable health coaching system claim 1 , comprising: a satellite positioning system receiver,', 'a wireless communication transceiver,', 'a display, and ...

PERFORMANCE MONITORING SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Systems and methods for providing a coaching message to a user are disclosed. The method may include receiving electronic coaching data, collecting electronic user data, and providing the coaching data to the user during a fitness activity based on the electronic user data. 1. A method of providing a coaching message to a user , the method comprising:storing electronic coaching data related to a fitness activity, the electronic coaching data being stored in a memory and including electronic audio data;receiving the electronic coaching data on a portable electronic device, the portable electronic device including a microprocessor, a display screen, a user input, a satellite positioning system receiver, and a wireless communication transceiver;collecting electronic user data on the portable electronic device during a second fitness activity; andproviding the electronic coaching data to the user during the second fitness activity based on the electronic user data.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electronic audio data includes a prompt to encourage the user to workout harder.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electronic audio data includes a prompt to provide performance information to the user.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electronic audio data includes a prompt to inform the user of a workout zone of the second fitness activity.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the electronic audio data includes a prompt to provide route information to the user.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:playing an electric music file on the portable electronic device; andpausing the electronic music file during the providing the electronic coaching data.7. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:playing an electric music file on the portable electronic device;lowering a volume of the electronic music file during the providing the electronic coaching data; andraising the volume after the providing the electronic coaching data.8. A portable health coaching ...

Work Shoe

A work shoe, in particular a safety shoe, includes at least one passive protection unit which is intended to passively protect a shoe wearer at least against mechanical and/or electrical loads, and includes at least one active protection unit which has at least one sensor unit which is intended to detect at least one characteristic variable at least in order to enable a protection function and/or a comfort function. The sensor unit is configured at least for detecting at least one person-related characteristic variable and/or at least one environmental characteristic variable. 116-. (canceled)17. A safety shoe , comprising:at least one passive protection unit configured to protect passively a shoe wearer at least against mechanical and/or electrical loads, the at least one passive protection unit including an anti-penetration element, the anti-penetration element being arranged in a sole of the safety shoe,at least one active protection unit including at least one sensor unit configured to detect at least one characteristic variable at least in order to enable a protective function and/or a comfort function, the at least one sensor unit further configured to detect at least one person-related characteristic variable and/or at least one environmental characteristic variable, andat least one power supply unit configured to supply power to the active protective unit,wherein the at least one power supply unit is positioned at least partially in the protective element.18. The safety shoe of claim 17 , wherein the anti-penetration element includes two layers which are arranged in the sole of the safety shoe claim 17 , andwherein the at least one power supply is arranged between the two layers of the anti-penetration element.19. The safety shoe of claim 18 , wherein the at least one power supply includes a plurality of piezo elements which are configured to mechanical energy to electrical energy claim 18 , the electrical energy being used to power the active protection ...

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ASSISTANCE TO CHANGE BIOMECHANICAL LOADING

A system configured to generate a motion adjustment instruction for a user performing an action is provided. The system comprises: a target module configured to obtain a target biomechanical load distribution for the user, a sensor arrangement configured to monitor the motion of the user so as to obtain monitored motion data, a monitoring module configured to calculate a monitored biomechanical load distribution for the user in accordance with the monitored motion data, an adjustment module configured to calculate a target adjustment to the motion of the user that corresponds to a reduction of a deviation of the monitored biomechanical load distribution from the target biomechanical load distribution, and an instruction module configured to generate a motion adjustment instruction in accordance with the target adjustment. 142-. (canceled)43. A system configured to generate a motion adjustment instruction for a user performing an action , the system comprising:a target module configured to obtain a target biomechanical load distribution for the user,a sensor arrangement configured to monitor the motion of the user so as to obtain monitored motion data,a monitoring module configured to calculate a monitored biomechanical load distribution for the user in accordance with the monitored motion data,an adjustment module configured to calculate a target adjustment to the motion of the user that corresponds to a reduction of a deviation of the monitored biomechanical load distribution from the target biomechanical load distribution,an instruction module configured to generate a motion adjustment instruction in accordance with the target adjustment.44. A system according to claim 43 , further comprising a user interface configured to provide the motion adjustment instruction to the user claim 43 , wherein the user interface is configured to provide motion adjustment instructions to the user in real time.45. A system according claim 43 , wherein the monitoring module is ...

SENSOR SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SENSOR-BASED ACTIVITY EVALUATION

Systems and methods are discussed for providing sensor enhanced safety, recovery, and activity evaluation systems. Sensors that monitor user activity and behavior are worn by a user and/or placed in the user environment. Data from the sensors are processed to obtain a safety, recovery, and/or activity evaluation. Based on the evaluation, recommendations or adjustments to the terms of an insurance policy covering the user, the user's employer, or a facility providing health care to the user to accurately reflect the risks associated with the user, employer, and/or facility. In embodiments, an alert may be generated when a failure to conform with activity guidelines is detected. 1. An activity evaluation system comprising:a communications device configured to receive (1) sensor data based on at least one sensor configured to monitor activity of an individual associated with and distinct from a covered entity, and (2) an activity evaluation for the individual; anda computer hardware server, operated by a risk management entity and in communication with the communications device, configured to adjust data corresponding to a parameter of a risk management policy covering the covered entity based on the sensor data and the activity evaluation, wherein the computer hardware server is configured to adjust the data corresponding to the parameter so as to provide an adjustment favorable to the covered entity responsive to the activity evaluation being indicative of desired activity by the individual; determine, based on the sensor data, whether the individual has conformed with activity guidelines applicable to the individual; and', 'responsive to a negative determination that the individual has conformed with the activity guidelines, transmit an alert to a computing device of the covered entity., 'wherein the computer hardware server is further configured to2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the computer hardware server is further configured to:generate, based at least in ...

SMART INSOLE AND BALANCE ENHANCEMENT DEVICE COMPRISING THE SAME

Provided is a smart insole including a support layer; a plurality of pressure sensors provided to the support layer and configured to sense a pressure; a plurality of vibrators provided to the support layer and configured to generate a vibration; and a controller configured to determine a center of pressure (COP) based on a pressure sensed by each of the plurality of pressure sensors and to control the plurality of vibrators based on a positional relationship between a setting point and the COP. 1. A smart insole configured to be worn by a user , the smart insole comprising:a support layer;a plurality of pressure sensors associated with the support layer, the plurality of pressure sensors configured to sense a pressure applied thereto by a foot of the user;a plurality of vibrators associated with the support layer, the plurality of vibrators configured to generate a vibration; and determine a center of pressure (COP) of the foot of the user based on the pressure sensed by each of the plurality of pressure sensors, and', 'control the plurality of vibrators based on a positional relationship between a setting point and the COP., 'a controller configured to,'}2. The smart insole of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of vibrators is configured to generate the vibration such that an intensity of the vibration is less than a threshold of a sole of the foot of the user.3. The smart insole of claim 1 , wherein the controller is configured to control the plurality of vibrators based on information on at least one of a distance from the COP to the setting point and a direction from the COP toward the setting point.4. The smart insole of claim 3 , wherein the controller is configured to control the plurality of vibrators such that claim 3 , among the plurality of vibrators claim 3 , an intensity of the vibration rearward of the setting point is greater than that of an intensity of the vibration provided forward of the setting point claim 3 , in response to the controller ...

ELECTRONIC SKIN

An electronic skin is described herein. The electronic skin comprises a flexible capacitive sensor to capture a change in capacitance, wherein the change in capacitance is to translate to sheer, tensile, and torsion values. The electronic skin also comprises at least one section, wherein the one section is dielectrically separated from another section and the sheer, tensile, compression and torsion values are continuous across the at least one section and the another section. 1. An electronic skin , comprising:a flexible capacitive sensor to capture a change in capacitance, wherein the change in capacitance is to translate to sheer, tensile, and torsion values;at least one section, wherein the one section is dielectrically separated from an another section and the sheer, tensile, and torsion values are continuous across the at least one section and the another section.2. The electronic skin of claim 1 , wherein the flexible capacitive sensor is calibrated to a normalized operating load.3. The electronic skin of claim 1 , wherein the flexible capacitive sensor is applied to a subject via tape or an adhesive.4. The electronic skin of claim 1 , wherein the flexible capacitive sensor comprises an insulator.5. The electronic skin of claim 1 , wherein the shear claim 1 , tensile and torsion values correlate to a force applied to deform the flexible capacitive sensor.6. The electronic skin of claim 1 , wherein the electric skin comprises at least two electrodes and a dielectric between the electrodes.7. The electronic skin of claim 1 , wherein the electric skin includes a battery.8. The electronic skin of claim 1 , wherein the flexible sensor comprises at least two electrodes and a dielectric between the electrodes claim 1 , and wherein the electrodes comprise a silicone compounded with a conducting medium.9. The electronic skin of claim 1 , wherein the flexible sensor is deformed by compressing the flexible sensor claim 1 , stretching the flexible sensor vertically claim ...

Walking analysis apparatus and method

A walking analysis method includes measuring impacts due to floor landing occurring during walking; identifying an impact section before floor landing, a free fall section, and an impact peak section by floor landing in an impact graph over time; analyzing at least one impact-related parameter for the impact section before floor landing, the free fall section, and the impact peak section by floor landing; and determining a walking-related accident type according to a result of analyzing the at least one impact-related parameter. Accordingly, by classifying and detecting a variety of accidents that may actually occur, the main walking characteristics that are dangerous in the actual accident can be extracted.

GAIT-BASED BIOMETRIC DATA ANALYSIS SYSTEM

Systems and methods for diagnosing a user's condition based on his gait. A sensor module with multiple sensors is placed inside a user's shoe and biometric data is gathered from the sensors when the user takes a step or walks. The data is used to generate loops as the various sets of data is plotted against each other. The loops obtained from the data are then compared against stored loops previously obtained. Based on the results of the comparison, the user's condition is diagnosed using predetermined indicators of specific health issues. Using the biometric data and in conjunction with data from various databases, it can be determined whether the user has a specific condition, whether a specific condition is worsening, or whether a specific condition is improving. 2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one processor selects a first sensor and a second sensor from said plurality of sensors claim 1 , said plurality of sensors being in said insole and each of said plurality of sensors being a discrete force sensor that detects an amount of force or pressure exerted on a section or region of said insole claim 1 , and said at least one processor gathers pressure data from each of said first sensor and said second sensor claim 1 , said pressure data being for a single step of said user.3. The system according to claim 2 , wherein said server correlates data gathered from said first and second sensors such that data points gathered from said first sensor and from said second sensor at similar instances are matched with each other to result in data point pairs claim 2 , each data point pair having a first data point gathered from the first sensor and a second data point from the second sensor.4. The system according to claim 3 , wherein said characteristic loop determined by said server is a loop formed when said data point pairs are plotted such that data points from said first sensor are on one axis and data points from said second sensor are on ...

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETECTING FATIGUE AND PROVIDING COACHING IN RESPONSE

A method of operating a fitness tracking system includes receiving at least one first value and at least one second value for at least one foot action parameter from a sensor during a user workout. The method further includes determining whether the user has experienced a first type of fatigue and a second type of fatigue based on the at least one first value and the at least one second value, wherein the first type of fatigue is defined by different rules than the second type of fatigue. When it is determined that the user experienced the first type of fatigue, a first recommended action is provided to the user via a personal electronic device of the user. When it is determined that the user experienced the second type of fatigue, a second recommended action is provided to the user via the personal electronic device. 1. A method of operating a fitness tracking system comprising:receiving at least one first value for at least one foot action parameter from a sensor coupled to a an article of footwear worn by a user at a first time during a user workout;receiving at least one second value for the at least one foot action parameter from the sensor coupled to the article of footwear worn by the user at a second time during the user workout;determining a rate of change of the foot action parameter based on the first and second values;determining whether the rate of change exceeds a threshold rate of change;identifying a fatigue moment when the rate of change of the first and second values exceeds the threshold rate of change;determining a recommended action for the user in response to the fatigue moment; andproviding an indication of the fatigue moment and the recommended action to the user via a user interface.2. The method of identifying a fatigue moment includes determining a workout time or a geographic location where the fatigue moment occurred.3. The method of wherein providing an indication of the fatigue moment includes providing an indication of the geographic ...

BIOMIMETIC AND VARIABLE STIFFNESS ANKLE SYSTEM AND RELATED METHODS

A cam system for an assistive device and related methods are disclosed. The cam system may comprise a cam profile and a cam follower. The cam profile has a curved outer edge comprising a concave portion. The cam follower is positioned within the concave portion when the assistive device is in an equilibrium position. The assistive device may further comprise a spring that deflects in response to a force applied by the cam system. The assistive device may have a sliding element to adjust the stiffness of the spring in deflection. The assistive device may take the form of a prosthesis or an orthosis. 1. A cam system for an assistive device comprising:a. a cam profile and a cam follower, the cam profile having a curved outer edge comprising a concave portion, the cam follower being positioned within the concave portion when the assistive device is in an equilibrium position.2. The cam system of claim 1 , wherein the cam profile is positioned to rotate about a joint of the assistive device in response to a force applied to the assistive device during a stance phase of gait.3. The cam system of claim 1 , wherein the cam follower is coupled to a leaf spring of the assistive device.4. The cam system of claim 1 , wherein the cam follower rolls along the curved outer edge of the cam profile from dorsiflexion to plantarflexion of the assistive device.5. The cam system of claim 1 , wherein the cam profile has a convex portion on which the cam follower is positioned during plantarflexion of the assistive device.6. The cam system of claim 1 , wherein the cam profile has a convex portion on which the cam follower is positioned during dorsiflexion of the assistive device.7. An assistive device comprising the cam system of claim 1 , further comprising a leaf spring.8. The assistive device of claim 7 , wherein the cam system is positioned at an end of the leaf spring such that a force applied to the cam system causes deflection of the leaf spring.9. The assistive device of claim 7 , ...

Smart socks

A smart sock system in embodiments of the present invention may have one or more of the following features: (a) a smart sock, comprising, (i) one or more materials fitted to at least a foot of a user, (ii) one or more integrated sensors for measuring information associated with a user located within the one or more materials, and (iii) a transceiver wirelessly communicating the information, (b) one or more wireless earpiece worn in ears of the user in operative communication with the smart sock transceiver, (c) a battery powering the sensors and transceiver, and (d) a processor for processing the information for communication through the transceiver. 1. A smart sock system , comprising: one or more materials fitted to at least a foot of a user;', 'one or more integrated sensors for measuring information associated with a user located within the one or more materials; and', 'a transceiver wirelessly communicating the information; and, 'a smart sock, comprisingone or more wireless earpiece worn in ears of the user in operative communication with the smart sock transceiver.2. The smart sock system of claim 1 , further comprising a battery powering the sensors and transceiver.3. The smart sock system of claim 2 , further comprising a processor for processing the information for communication through the transceiver.4. The smart sock system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more integrated sensors are fiber sensors.5. The smart sock system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more wireless earpieces play the information audibly to the user.6. The smart socks system of claim 1 , wherein the one or more wireless earpieces communicate the information to a wireless device associated with the one or more wireless earpieces.7. The smart socks system of claim 1 , wherein the smart sock measures forces imparted on one or more portions of the smart sock.8. The smart socks of claim 1 , wherein the smart socks are utilized for patients in a care facility to measure at least heart rate and ...

SENSOR ASSEMBLIES; SENSOR-ENABLED GARMENTS AND OBJECTS; DEVICES AND SYSTEMS FOR DATA COLLECTION

Components and assemblies for acquisition and analysis of data collected from sites such body surfaces, footwear and apparel, objects, accessories, and the like are directed to providing intermittent and/or continuous monitoring and reporting of conditions such as force, pressure, shear and other conditions, activity and/or environmental parameters at body locations and/or at an interface of a body location and an object. In one aspect, sensor assemblies comprise one or more sensor(s) and/or associated electronics associated with at least one non-conductive carrier layer. Electronic components including sensor acquisition systems (SAS) and dedicated electronics devices (DED) providing electronics components for signal conditioning, data collection, storage, analysis, feedback, communications and optional sensing capabilities are also described. 1. A sensor assembly comprising at least one sensor and at least one electrically conductive trace , wherein: the at least one sensor is in electrical communication with the at least one electrically conductive trace; wherein the at least one electrically conductive trace terminates at or in proximity to a signal transfer terminal; and wherein the at least one sensor and at least one electrically conductive trace are sandwiched between two non-electrically conductive carrier layers.2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the non-electrically conductive carrier layers comprise a polyvinyl chloride material.5. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one sensor is a resistive pressure sensor comprising a material selected from the group consisting of: an e-textile material claim 1 , a printable ink claim 1 , a printable silicone claim 1 , a thermoplastic elastomer claim 1 , and combinations thereof.6. (canceled)7. The sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the at least one electrically conductive trace comprises a material selected from the group consisting of: thread claim 1 , yarn ...

Quantified Movement Feedback System

An analysis system and method for providing movement feedback by sensing and synchronizing different types of information, such as video, inertial and positional information, weight transfer information, audio and music information, etc. The synchronized information is replayed for the user in a manner that enables simultaneous viewing of movement along with calculations and presentation(s) of analysis information related to the movement. 1. A movement analysis system for providing a quantitative movement assessment , comprising:a data capture system to record and capture video, audio, pressure data, and motion data during an individual's movement;a synchronization module wherein captured video, motion data, and pressure data is synchronized with audio using timestamps from a common timebase in the audio, and wherein the synchronized video, audio, motion data, and pressure data is transmitted through a communication system; a memory, wherein instructions are stored; and', receive the transmitted data from the communication system in a database;', 'conduct a movement analysis of the received data, wherein the received data is compared to model data;', 'determine results of the movement analysis, wherein the results contain visual data; and', 'transfer the results to a smart device, wherein the results are displayed on a display screen of the smart device., 'a processor for executing the stored instructions and configured to], 'a central computing entity comprising2. The movement analysis system of claim 1 , wherein the processor is further configured to analyze dynamic foot pressure utilizing the received pressure data and the received video of the individual's movement.3. The movement analysis system of claim 1 , wherein the processor is further configured to analyze rotational movement utilizing three-dimensional inertial measurement data claim 1 , reflective marker data claim 1 , and the received video of the individual's movement.4. The movement analysis system ...

SMART SHOES WITH ADAPTIVE SAMPLING FOR REHABILITATION AND HEALTH MONITORING

A smart shoe, smart shoe system, and a method of a smart shoe are disclosed. A smart shoe system may be used for monitoring patient activity. The smart shoe system may include a shoe having a plurality of pneumatic pressure sensors. The pressure sensors may be configured to detect pressure at a plurality of points in the sole of the shoe. The smart shoe may also include a microprocessor coupled to the pressure sensors and a GPS integrated circuit. The GPS integrated circuit may be used for correlating position of the smart shoe system to activity data generated by the plurality of pressure sensors. Additionally, the smart shoe system may include a flash memory storage for storing data generated by the microprocessor and pressure sensors. 1. A smart shoe system for monitoring patient activity , the system comprising:a shoe having a plurality of pneumatic pressure sensors, the pressure sensors configured to detect pressure at a plurality of points in the sole of the shoe;a microprocessor coupled to the pressure sensors;a GPS integrated circuit for correlating position of the smart shoe system to activity data generated by the plurality of pressure sensors; anda flash memory storage for storing data generated by the microprocessor and pressure sensors.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the microprocessor executes an adaptive algorithm to select a data sampling rate for the plurality of pressure sensors.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the adaptive algorithm comprises at least one of (a) initialization claim 2 , (b) creating a new file claim 2 , (c) collecting sensor data claim 2 , (d) adapting sampling claim 2 , and (e) determining if a test has reached a limit on iterations.4. The system of claim 2 , wherein the sampling rate is selected from the range between 0.5 Hertz and 15 Hertz.5. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a battery coupled to the microprocessor claim 1 , the GPS integrated circuit claim 1 , and the pressure sensors.6. The system of claim 5 , ...

Orthopedic insole

An orthopedic insole may include at least one strength layer and at least one shock absorbing layer. In one embodiment, the strength layer may be relatively rigid and includes a heel portion and an arch portion, contoured to fit the plantar or bottom surface of the foot to provide arch support. The shock absorbing layer may include a plurality of shock absorbing cells such as recoverable honeycombs or any other negative stiffness structure with the capability to recover. A gait analysis that may include an individual's weight transfer trajectory may have to be conducted to determine the structure of the shock absorbing layer. The orthopedic insole may further include an adjusting layer to supplement the strength layer and the shock absorbing layer to make adjustment to the orthopedic insole if needed.

PERIPHERAL SENSORY AND SUPERSENSORY REPLACEMENT SYSTEM

A sensor-based quantification and analysis system includes an input device including a plurality of sensors that generate an input based on a force. The input device also includes a transmission device that transmits force information based on the input. The system also includes an output device that receives the force information. A processing unit selects, for each of the plurality of sensors, one of a plurality of levels of a likelihood of tissue damage based on the force and a predetermined time period. Further, the output device includes a display that presents or logs the one of the plurality of levels of the likelihood of tissue damage for each of the plurality of sensors. 131-. (canceled)32. A sensor-based quantification and analysis system , comprising: a plurality of sensors, each sensor for generating an input based on a pressure; and', 'a transmission device for transmitting pressure data information based on each of the generated inputs;', 'a processing unit for receiving the pressure data information and for selecting, for each of the plurality of sensors, one of a plurality of levels of a likelihood of tissue damage based on the pressure data information and a predetermined time period; and', 'an output device including a display that presents or logs the one of the plurality of levels of the likelihood of tissue damage for each of the plurality of sensors, the display presenting or logging the remote display to a second user., 'an input device worn by a first user including'}33. The system of additionally comprising at least one sensor capable of sensing at least one of moisture claim 32 , temperature claim 32 , GPS status claim 32 , acceleration claim 32 , angular velocity claim 32 , blood flow claim 32 , blood content claim 32 , physiological phenomena and environmental content.34. The system of wherein the second user is a healthcare practitioner.35. The system of wherein the second user is monitoring a plurality of first users.36. The system of ...

HAPTIC SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING A GAIT CADENCE TO A SUBJECT

A haptic system for providing a gait cadence to a subject comprising a portable telecommunication device with a control unit and a wireless transmission means; a vibrotactile device configured to be tightly worn on a portion of the subject's body, including at least one motor configured to generate vibrations that can be perceived by the subject and an actuation unit configured to actuate the motor. The actuation unit is configured to receive wireless signals from the wireless transmission means of the portable telecommunication device and to cause the motor to produce vibrations responsive to the wireless signals. In the control unit a generation program is resident configured to generate cadence signals and to transmit the wireless signals responsive to the cadence signals by the wireless transmission means to the actuation unit. The generation program is configured to provide corresponding cadence pulses to the motor. 22030405050607011211121ddss. A haptic system ( claim 1 , claim 1 , claim 1 , claim 1 ,′ claim 1 , claim 1 ,) according to claim 1 , comprising a couple of right ( claim 1 ,) and left ( claim 1 ,) vibrotactile devices claim 1 , each having:{'b': 12', '13', '23, 'respective () right and left motors, each configured to generate vibrations (,) that can be perceived by said subject;'}{'b': 14', '12', '12, 'respective right and left actuation units () configured to actuate said right motor () and said left motor (), respectively,'}{'b': 6', '6', '1', '2', '12', '12', '19', '29', '19', '29, 'i': d', 's, "and each configured to be tightly worn on a right part () and on a left part () of said subject's (,) body, respectively, and wherein said generation program is configured to cause said right motor () and said left motor () to alternatively generate said cadence pulses (,), globally respecting said cadence pulse rate (,)."}33040313241333443661727ds. A haptic system ( claim 1 ,) according to claim 1 , comprising a sensor ( claim 1 , claim 1 ,) configured to ...

Force Platform System

A method of processing force signals from plural force platforms includes, in a computer, in an initialization process, receiving data distinguishing the plural platforms, monitoring force data signals from each of the plural platforms, and identifying each of the plural platforms to a force platform data process application by a sequence of received above-threshold force data signals. The method further includes, subsequent to the initialization process, processing subsequent force data signals according to the identification of each of the plural force platforms. The distinguishing data can include data retrieved from nonvolatile memory of each of the plural force platforms, such as a platform serial number, calibration data, and force platform capacity. A force platform system includes one or more force platforms and force platform signal conditioning circuitry connected to the one or more force platforms. The signal conditioning circuitry may include a separate signal conditioner connected to each force platform. 1. A method of timing data sampling comprising , in a data acquisition device:generating sampling intervals from a system clock;sampling data at the generated sampling intervals;receiving start of frame signals from a port; andfor a selected number of start of frame signals received:determining an actual number of system clock cycles for a time interval corresponding to the selected number of start of frame signals;comparing the actual number of system clock cycles to a nominal number of system clock cycles; andadjusting a sampling interval based on the comparison.2. The method of timing data sampling as claimed in claim 1 , wherein determining the actual number of system clock cycles comprises using a count-and-capture counter.3. The method of timing data sampling as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the nominal number of system clock cycles is calculated based on a nominal system clock rate and on a known start of frame interval.4. The method of timing ...

GARMENT SYSTEM INCLUDING AT LEAST ONE SENSOR AND AT LEAST ONE ACTUATOR RESPONSIVE TO THE SENSOR AND RELATED METHODS

Embodiments disclosed herein relate to a garment system including at least one sensor, and at least one actuator that operates responsive to sensing feedback from the at least one sensor to selectively constrict or selectively dilate at least one flexible compression garment. Such selective constriction or dilation of the at least one flexible compression garment against at least one body part can improve muscle functioning or joint functioning during an activity, such as a sport or other activity. 1. A garment system , comprising:at least one flexible compression garment configured to be worn on at least one body part of a subject, the at least one flexible compression garment defining an interior space configured to receive the at least one body part;footwear configured to be worn on at least one foot of the subject;one or more sensors supported by the footwear, the one or more sensors configured to sense at least one characteristic associated with movement of the subject or at least one physiological characteristic of the subject, the one or more sensors further configured to output one or more sensing signals indicative of the at least one characteristic;one or more actuators positioned relative to the at least one flexible compression garment and configured to selectively constrict or selectively dilate the at least one flexible compression garment; anda control system operably coupled to the one or more actuators and further operably coupled to the one or more sensors to receive the one or more sensing signals therefrom, the control system including control electrical circuitry configured to direct the one or more actuators to selectively constrict or selectively dilate the at least one flexible compression garment responsive to the one or more sensing signals from the one or more sensors.2. The garment system of claim 1 , wherein the footwear includes at least one shoe claim 1 , at least one shoe insert claim 1 , at least one boot claim 1 , an item of ...

Method and apparatus for controlling balance

A method and apparatus for helping a user walk may verify whether the user is in a standing state and calculate a torque that controls balance of the user, and an assistance force for controlling balance may be provided for the user based on the torque generated by an actuator.

WIRELESS COMMUNICATION FOR PRESSURE SENSOR READINGS

Aspects of the instant disclosure relate to an orthosis pressure sensing device and methods of use. The pressure sensing device utilizes a Control unit connected to at least one pressure sensing arrangement placed in proximity to an orthosis. The control unit collects data from the pressure sensing arrangement, and wirelessly communicates data to various remote devices, which may be useful for improving a patient's gait, wound recovery or overall function. Each pressure sensor arrangement has a pressure sensor designed for selective placement at multiple locations of interest that include different contact points between an orthosis and a patient. 1. An orthosis pressure sensing apparatus comprising: an input port configured and arranged to receive pressure data from pressure sensor arrangements;', 'a wireless interface circuit configured and arranged to communicate with remote devices using wireless communications;', detect a wireless device running a software application, the detection responsive to data received from the wireless interface circuit;', 'establish communications with the detected wireless device by exchanging data with the software application using the wireless interface circuit;', 'format pressure data received from the input port according to a wireless transmission protocol used by the software application; and', 'transmit, using the wireless interface circuit, the formatted pressure data to the software application; and, 'a processing circuit configured and arranged to'}], 'a control unit that includes'} an output port that includes a connector that is designed for insertion into and removal from the input port and that is designed to create a communication link to the input port when inserted, and thereby facilitate the connection of different pressure sensor arrangements to the same control unit;', 'a pressure sensor designed for selective placement at multiple locations of interest that include different contact points between an orthosis ...

SENSING SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MONITORING GAIT DYNAMICS

Systems and method for monitoring gait dynamics are disclosed. The performance of an orthotic or prosthetic device or other device associated with a limb may be measured based on the resistance of a bending sensor. Data from the sensors is gathered or processed, particularly for purposes of alignment, safety, failure, usage, selection, and artificial proprioception. Information relating to the device may be outputted visually or auditorily to an individual. 120.-. (canceled)21. A system for providing artificial proprioceptive feedback from a prosthetic device , the system comprising:a prosthetic device configured to be coupled to a lower limb of a user;a sensor system configured to be placed on the prosthetic device, the sensor system comprising at least one sensor configured to measure a characteristic of the prosthetic device;a processor configured to process data from the at least one sensor to determine a condition of the prosthetic device; anda user interface configured to provide artificial proprioception to the user based on the data, the user interface configured to be worn by the user at a location on the user's body remote from the lower limb.22. The system of claim 21 , wherein the user interface is configured to receive signals from the processor via wireless communication.23. The system of claim 21 , wherein the user interface is configured to provide artificial proprioception to the user via non-electrical sensory feedback.24. The system of claim 21 , wherein the condition of the prosthetic device is a stage of a gait cycle of the user.25. The system of claim 21 , wherein the processor is a remote processing unit.26. The system of claim 21 , wherein the processor is configured to determine the condition of the prosthetic device by determining whether the data is inside or outside of a predetermined range or exceeds a threshold value.27. The system of claim 21 , wherein the prosthetic device is a prosthetic foot.28. A system for providing artificial ...

Footwear Having Sensor System

An article of footwear includes an upper member and a sole structure, with a sensor system connected to the sole structure. The sensor system includes a plurality of sensors that are configured for detecting forces exerted by a user's foot on the sensor. Each sensor includes two electrodes that are in communication with a force sensitive resistive material. The electrodes and the force sensitive resistive material may have multi-lobed shapes. Additionally, the sensor system may be provided on an insert that may form a sole member of the article of footwear. The insert may have slits therethrough, and may have a defined peripheral shape. 1. An insert for use with an article of footwear adapted to engage a foot , the article of footwear having a sole structure and an upper portion connected to the sole structure , the insert comprising:an insert member adapted to be placed in contact with the sole structure of the article of footwear, the insert member comprising a central portion adapted to be engaged by a metatarsal portion of the foot and a first phalange portion extending forward from the central portion and adapted to be engaged by a first phalange of the foot,wherein the central portion has a width measured in a medial-lateral direction, and wherein the first phalange portion extends forward from the central portion in an elongated manner and has a width that is narrower than the width of the central portion; anda sensor system comprising a plurality of force sensors connected to the insert member and a port configured for communication with an electronic device, wherein the plurality of force sensors include a first phalange sensor located on the first phalange portion of the insert member and a metatarsal sensor located on the central portion of the insert member.2. The insert of claim 1 , wherein the first phalange portion further has a length that is greater than the width of the first phalange portion.3. The insert of claim 1 , wherein the insert member ...

System and Methods for Gait and Running Functional Improvement and Performance Training

A gait analysis and training system is provided, as well as methods of training, e.g., retraining gait in a patient. The system provides real-time external feedback to a patient is portable so that use is not limited to a clinic.

WEARABLE GAIT START INTENTION DETECTION DEVICE

Disclosed is a gait start intention detection device for detecting a walker's gait start intention, including a plurality of left foot sole sensor units and a plurality of right foot sole sensor units to measure ground reaction force signals generated from foot soles while walking, and a calculation unit to receive and calculate the left ground reaction force signal and the right ground reaction force signal, wherein the calculation unit calculates a center of pressure (COP) location in a walking direction and a direction perpendicular to the walking direction using data of the ground reaction force signal measured from each sensor unit, and detects the walkers gait start intention when a ground reaction force of a swing foot heel of the walker increases, and at the same time, the COP location moves to a rear side of the walker. 1. A gait start intention detection device for detecting a walker's gait start intention , comprising:a plurality of left foot sole sensor units to measure a left ground reaction force signal generated from a left foot sole while walking;a plurality of right foot sole sensor units to measure a right ground reaction force signal generated from a right foot sole while walking; anda calculation unit to receive and calculate the left ground reaction force signal and the right ground reaction force signal,wherein the calculation unit calculates a center of pressure (COP) location in a walking direction and a direction perpendicular to the walking direction using data of the ground reaction force signal measured from each sensor unit, and detects the walker's gait start intention when a ground reaction force of a swing foot heel of the walker increases, and at the same time, the COP location moves to a rear side of the walker.2. The gait start intention detection device according to claim 1 , wherein the calculation unit identifies a gait phase by calculating the COP location and left and right feet COP locations and their ratio from the ground ...

SENSOR SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EVALUATING ACTIVITY

Systems and methods are discussed for providing sensor enhanced safety, recovery, and activity evaluation systems. Sensors that monitor user activity and behavior are worn by a user and/or placed in the user environment. Data from the sensors are processed to obtain a safety, recovery, and/or activity evaluation. Based on the evaluation, recommendations or adjustments to the terms of an insurance policy covering the user, the user's employer, or a facility providing health care to the user, are generated, to accurately reflect the risks associated with the user, employer, and/or facility. In embodiments, an alert may be generated when a failure to conform with activity guidelines is detected. 1. An activity evaluation system , comprising: collect sensor data from at least one sensor configured to monitor activity of an individual associated with and distinct from a covered entity;', 'analyze the collected sensor data to determine activity characteristics of the individual; and', 'output an activity evaluation based on the activity characteristics and at least one stored activity guideline associated with the individual;, 'an activity evaluation module configured to receive one or both of the collected data and the activity evaluation;', 'adjust data corresponding to a parameter of a risk management policy covering the covered entity based on the one or both of the collected sensor data and the activity evaluation, wherein the computer hardware server is configured to adjust the data corresponding to the parameter so as to provide an adjustment favorable to the covered entity responsive to the one or both of collected sensor data and the activity evaluation being indicative of safe activity by the individual; and', 'responsive to the one or both of collected sensor data and the activity evaluation being indicative of unsafe activity by the individual, transmit a notification to one of a computing device of the covered entity or a device of the individual., 'a ...

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR PREDICTING PRESSURE MAPS OF 3D OBJECTS FROM 2D PHOTOS USING DEEP LEARNING

Systems and methods for generating pressure maps of real-world objects using deep learning are disclosed. A structured 3D model of a real-world object is generated from a series of 2D photographs of the object, using a process which in some embodiments utilizes photogrammetry, a keypoint detection deep learning network (DLN), and retopology. In addition, object parameters of the object are received. A pressure map of the object is then generated by a pressure estimation deep learning network (DLN) based on the structured 3D model and the object parameters, where the pressure estimation DLN was trained on structured 3D models, object parameters, and pressure maps of a plurality of objects belonging to a given object category. The pressure map of the real-world object can be used in downstream processes, such as custom manufacturing. 1. A computer-implemented method for generating a pressure map of an object , the computer-implemented method executable by a hardware processor , the method comprising:receiving a plurality of 2-dimensional (2D) images of the object, wherein the plurality of 2D images capture the object from different angles;receiving one or more input parameters, the input parameters comprising at least one attribute related to the object;constructing a structured 3-dimensional (3D) model of the object from the plurality of 2D images; andgenerating the pressure map of the object from the structured 3D model and the input parameters using a pressure estimation deep learning network (DLN), wherein the pressure estimation DLN is trained to generate pressure maps of objects from a given structured 3D model and given parameters of a given object, wherein the pressure map comprises a pressure profile comprising a plurality of pressure points, each pressure point indicating a level of pressure where the object is in contact with a surface, wherein the pressure estimation DLN predicts the level of pressure at the plurality of pressure points.2. The computer- ...