18038328. WALKING INDEX CALCULATION DEVICE, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION SYSTEM, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION METHOD, AND PROGRAM RECORDING MEDIUM simplified abstract (NEC Corporation)
Contents
- 1 WALKING INDEX CALCULATION DEVICE, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION SYSTEM, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION METHOD, AND PROGRAM RECORDING MEDIUM
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 WALKING INDEX CALCULATION DEVICE, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION SYSTEM, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION METHOD, AND PROGRAM RECORDING MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Original Abstract Submitted
WALKING INDEX CALCULATION DEVICE, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION SYSTEM, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION METHOD, AND PROGRAM RECORDING MEDIUM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Kenichiro Fukushi of Tokyo (JP)
WALKING INDEX CALCULATION DEVICE, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION SYSTEM, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION METHOD, AND PROGRAM RECORDING MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18038328 titled 'WALKING INDEX CALCULATION DEVICE, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION SYSTEM, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION METHOD, AND PROGRAM RECORDING MEDIUM
Simplified Explanation
The walking index calculation device described in this patent application is designed to calculate the toe clearance while walking in daily life. It uses sensor data from a sensor installed in footwear to generate a walking waveform, which is then analyzed to determine the timing at which the toe clearance is minimized. The device then calculates the minimum value of the toe clearance using walking parameters at this timing.
- The device uses sensor data from a sensor installed in footwear to generate a walking waveform.
- It detects the timing at which the toe clearance is minimized from the walking waveform.
- The device calculates the minimum value of the toe clearance using walking parameters at the timing when the toe clearance is minimized.
Potential Applications
This technology has potential applications in various fields, including:
- Healthcare and rehabilitation: The device can be used to monitor and assess gait patterns and toe clearance in individuals with mobility issues or recovering from injuries.
- Sports performance analysis: Coaches and athletes can utilize the device to analyze and optimize walking and running techniques, particularly in sports where toe clearance is crucial, such as hurdles or high jump.
- Ergonomics and footwear design: The device can provide valuable insights for designing footwear that promotes optimal toe clearance and reduces the risk of tripping or stumbling.
Problems Solved
The walking index calculation device addresses the following problems:
- Lack of accurate and objective measurement of toe clearance during walking in daily life.
- Difficulty in identifying the timing at which the toe clearance is minimized.
- Limited ability to calculate the minimum value of the toe clearance using walking parameters.
Benefits
The use of this walking index calculation device offers several benefits:
- Accurate measurement of toe clearance during walking, providing valuable data for healthcare professionals, researchers, and athletes.
- Objective assessment of gait patterns and toe clearance, enabling personalized rehabilitation programs and performance optimization.
- Improved understanding of the relationship between walking parameters and toe clearance, facilitating advancements in footwear design and ergonomics.
Original Abstract Submitted
This walking index calculation device comprises: a waveform generation unit that uses sensor data related to foot movement acquired by a sensor installed in footwear to generate a walking waveform in order to calculate the toe clearance while walking in daily life; a detection unit that detects, from the walking waveform, the timing at which the toe clearance is minimized; and a calculation unit that uses walking parameters at the timing when the toe clearance is minimized to calculate the minimum value of the toe clearance.
