Nec corporation (20240122501). WALKING INDEX CALCULATION DEVICE, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION SYSTEM, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION METHOD, AND PROGRAM RECORDING MEDIUM simplified abstract
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 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 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 20240122501 titled 'WALKING INDEX CALCULATION DEVICE, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION SYSTEM, WALKING INDEX CALCULATION METHOD, AND PROGRAM RECORDING MEDIUM
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a device that calculates a walking index by analyzing sensor data from footwear to determine the minimum clearance of the toe during walking.
- Waveform generation unit creates a walking waveform using sensor data from the foot.
- Detection unit identifies the timing when the clearance of the toe is minimized from the walking waveform.
- Calculation unit determines the minimum value of the toe clearance based on walking parameters at the identified timing.
Potential Applications
This technology could be used in:
- Sports performance analysis
- Rehabilitation monitoring
- Gait analysis for medical purposes
Problems Solved
This device helps in:
- Improving walking efficiency
- Preventing injuries by analyzing walking patterns
- Providing accurate data for medical professionals
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include:
- Enhanced understanding of walking patterns
- Personalized feedback for improving walking technique
- Early detection of potential foot issues
Potential Commercial Applications
A potential commercial application for this technology could be:
- Fitness trackers with advanced gait analysis capabilities
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art for this technology could be:
- Gait analysis systems used in physical therapy clinics
Unanswered Questions
How does this device handle different walking speeds?
The device may need to be calibrated for different walking speeds to accurately calculate the toe clearance.
Can this technology be integrated into existing footwear?
It would be interesting to explore if this device can be seamlessly integrated into everyday footwear for continuous monitoring of walking patterns.
Original Abstract Submitted
a walking index calculation device that includes a waveform generation unit configured to generate a walking waveform by using sensor data regarding motion of a foot acquired by a sensor installed in footwear; a detection unit configured to detect a timing at which a clearance of a toe is minimized from the walking waveform; and a calculation unit configured to calculate a minimum value of the clearance of the toe by using a walking parameter at the timing at which the clearance of the toe is minimized.
