Description:Title of The Invention
Athlete FSR sensor for monitoring ground reaction force
Field of the Invention
This invention relates to athlete FSR sensor for monitoring ground reaction force.
Background of the Invention
US20070068244A1: A system for measuring ground reaction force and analyzing the performance of an athlete in which force sensors are located in the athlete’s shoe and a three-dimensional accelerometer is located adjacent the athletes center of gravity and the signals from the accelerometer and the force sensors are recorded and used to derive the three orthogonal components of the ground reaction force (GRF). An artificial neural network is used to derive the three orthogonal components of GRIF
CA2794245C: An example sensor band configured for attachment to a calf of a mammal and used in measuring track and balance motion of the mammal includes one or more first sensors for sensing muscle circumferential pressure at multiple positions; one or more second sensors for sensing Earth's magnetic field; and one or more third sensors for sensing Earth's gravitational field.
KR101637439B1: The present invention relates to an apparatus and a method for recognizing a walking start intention through a vertical ground reaction force. The apparatus for recognizing a walking start intention based on a vertical ground reaction force according to the present invention includes a measuring unit 10 for measuring a ground reaction force (GRF) of both the big toe and the heel of both feet; And a recognition unit (20) for recognizing the walking start intention by analyzing the ground reaction force (GRF) measured by the measuring unit (10). According to the present invention, it is possible to recognize the walking intention before the conventional walking start intention recognizing apparatus. In addition, the measurement point can be minimized by two points of the toe and the heel when compared with the conventional device for recognizing the intention to start walking. In addition, the walking intention obtained through the present invention can be used as a walking control of a wearing robot such as an exoskeleton robot for strengthening muscle strength or a muscle-assisted robot, thereby enabling the user to quickly start the initial walking.
None of the prior art indicate above either alone or in combination with one another disclose what the present invention has disclosed. Present invention is has more than one sensor which takes more space to adjust but in our there is only one sensor which give more space and comfort for athletes, the data is only sent to application, in our prototype the data is sent to wearable device like (fitness band or watch) and to application which will give feedback about performance and risk of injury.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention. This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.
To further clarify advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.
Athletes, coaches, and sports scientists have long recognized the importance of ground reaction force (GRF) measurement in sports performance analysis. GRF is defined as the force exerted by the ground on the body of an athlete in contact with it. The ability to measure GRF accurately and in real-time can provide valuable information to athletes and coaches on technique, performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation. The purpose of this invention is to provide a new Athlete FSR Sensor for measuring ground reaction force (GRF) during athletic movements.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
The illustrated embodiments of the subject matter will be understood by reference to the drawings, wherein like parts are designated by like numerals throughout. The following description is intended only by way of example, and simply illustrates certain selected embodiments of devices, systems, and methods that are consistent with the subject matter as claimed herein, wherein:
The Athlete FSR Sensor is a wearable device that measures the GRF (Ground Reaction Force) produced by the athlete's body during sports activities. The device consists of a force-sensitive resistor (FSR) that is mounted on the sole of the athlete's shoe. The FSR converts the force applied by the athlete into an electrical signal that is processed by a Computing Unit, and the data is transmitted wirelessly to another wearable device and to the application for analysis. The Athlete FSR Sensor is designed to be lightweight, easy to use, and accurate in measuring the force applied by the athlete during different athletic movements.Figure 1 the Athlete FSR Shoe Insole Device comprises the following components:
Force-Sensitive Resistor (FSR): The FSR is a thin film sensor that changes its resistance when pressure is applied to it. The FSR is mounted on the sole of the athlete's shoe and measures the force applied by the athlete during athletic movements.
Computing Unit: The Computing Unit processes the electrical signal from the FSR and sends the data wirelessly to a Wearable device and application for analyzing. The Computing Unit is programmed to filter out noise and unwanted signals to provide accurate measurements of the GRF.
Wireless Transmitter: The wireless transmitter (6LOWPAN) sends the data from the Computing Unit to a Wearable Device and application for analysis. The wireless transmitter can be a Bluetooth or Wi-Fi module, or any other suitable wireless communication device.
Battery: The battery is supplied continuously for the measuring precise movements of athletes and sending data from wireless module.
Mobile Application: The application gives feedback which is transmitted via internet from the FSR shoe insole device and then provide the feedback by analyzing data which is taken by FSR sensor and compute by computing unit.
The Athlete FSR Insole device can be attached to any type of shoe worn by the athlete, including running shoes, training shoes, and sports shoes. The FSR is designed to be flexible, durable, and long-lasting, so it can withstand the wear and tear of athletic activities.
The Athlete FSR Insole device can be used to measure the force applied by the athlete during different athletic movements, including running, jumping, and landing, cutting, and pivoting. The data collected by the Athlete FSR Sensor can be used to analyze the athlete's performance, technique, and injury risk. The device can also be used for injury rehabilitation to monitor progress and track recovery.
The Athlete FSR Insole device can also be used for the real time feedback through application also it has a wearable device like (fitness band, watch or similar device) which will beep at a certain state like if the ground will be uneven, unbalance pressures in foots and can predict the injury risk during athletic activities.
The figures depict embodiments of the present subject matter for the purposes of illustration only. A person skilled in the art will easily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The detailed description of various exemplary embodiments of the disclosure is described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments are described herein in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of details provided herein is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
It is also to be understood that various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the present disclosure. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as specific examples, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms “a",” “an” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises,” “comprising,” “includes” and/or “including,” when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components and/or groups thereof.
In addition, the descriptions of "first", "second", “third”, and the like in the present invention are used for the purpose of description only, and are not to be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, features defining "first" and "second" may include at least one of the features, either explicitly or implicitly.
Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which example embodiments belong. It will be further understood that terms, e.g., those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
It should be noted that the description merely illustrates the principles of the present subject matter. It will thus be appreciated that those skilled in the art will be able to devise various arrangements that, although not explicitly described herein, embody the principles of the present subject matter and are included within its scope.
Athletes, coaches, and sports scientists have long recognized the importance of ground reaction force (GRF) measurement in sports performance analysis. GRF is defined as the force exerted by the ground on the body of an athlete in contact with it. The ability to measure GRF accurately and in real-time can provide valuable information to athletes and coaches on technique, performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation. The purpose of this invention is to provide a new Athlete FSR Sensor for measuring ground reaction force (GRF) during athletic movements.
ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION:
• The Athlete FSR Insole device has several advantages over existing technologies for measuring GRF:
• It is lightweight and easy to use, making it suitable for athletes of all levels.
• It provides accurate and real-time measurements of the force applied by the athlete during different athletic movements.
• It can be used for injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance analysis.
• It is cost-effective compared to other technologies for measuring GRF.
• It also helps in Unequal pressure on the legs which affect your posture and gait (the way you walk), which can put strain on other parts of your body, such as your back, hips, and neck.
, Claims:We Claim:
1. Athlete FSR sensor for monitoring ground reaction system is lightweight, accurate; and easy to use, making suitable for athletes of all levels.
2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein device can also be used in a variety of sports, including running, jumping; and cutting.
3. The system as claimed in claim 1, represents a significant advancement in the field of sports science and has the potential to revolutionize the way athletes train, compete; and recover from injuries.