18540998. CALCULATION DEVICE, CALCULATION METHOD, AND PROGRAM RECORDING MEDIUM simplified abstract (NEC Corporation)
Contents
- 1 CALCULATION DEVICE, CALCULATION METHOD, AND PROGRAM RECORDING MEDIUM
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 CALCULATION DEVICE, 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 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Original Abstract Submitted
CALCULATION DEVICE, CALCULATION METHOD, AND PROGRAM RECORDING MEDIUM
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Kenichiro Fukushi of Tokyo (JP)
CALCULATION DEVICE, CALCULATION METHOD, AND PROGRAM RECORDING MEDIUM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18540998 titled 'CALCULATION DEVICE, CALCULATION METHOD, AND PROGRAM RECORDING MEDIUM
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a calculation device that can accurately determine step lengths for both feet based on sensor data from one foot.
- Detection unit generates walking waveform using sensor data and detects walking event.
- Sensor data is based on physical quantity measured by sensor on one foot.
- Step length calculation unit calculates step lengths for both feet based on timing of detected walking event.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in various fields such as:
- Sports performance analysis
- Rehabilitation monitoring
- Gait analysis in medical settings
Problems Solved
This technology addresses the following issues:
- Inaccurate step length calculations
- Lack of real-time feedback on walking patterns
- Difficulty in monitoring gait asymmetry
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Improved accuracy in step length calculations
- Real-time monitoring of walking events
- Enhanced gait analysis for personalized interventions
Potential Commercial Applications
A potential commercial application for this technology could be:
- Wearable devices for fitness tracking and gait analysis
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be:
- Gait analysis systems using pressure sensors in shoes
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology handle different walking speeds?
This technology can adjust the calculations based on the timing of the detected walking event, which allows for accurate step length calculations regardless of the walking speed.
Can this device be used for long-term monitoring of gait patterns?
Yes, this device can provide continuous feedback on walking events, making it suitable for long-term monitoring of gait patterns in various settings.
Original Abstract Submitted
In order to calculate, with a high degree of accuracy, step lengths for both feet on the basis of a physical quantity relating to the movement of one foot, this calculation device includes: a detection unit that generates a walking waveform using sensor data and detects a walking event from the generated walking waveform, the sensor data being based on a physical quantity that is measured by a sensor positioned on one foot of a walker and relates to the movement of the foot; and a step length calculation unit that calculates the step lengths for both left and right feet on the basis of the timing of the detected walking event.
