Title :
Computer-Controlled Cycle Ergometer
Author :
Sherrill, Duane L. ; Swanson, George D.
Author_Institution :
Department of Biometrics, University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
Abstract :
This communication describes a computer-controlled cycle ergometer that generates any dynamic work rate stimulus between 0 and 350 W. The ergometer system features true "zero" watt pedaling and a response time less than 0.5 s. The work rate stimulus is generated via computer software.
Keywords :
Alternators; Current supplies; DC motors; Driver circuits; Frequency; Power dissipation; Power supplies; Power transistors; Software; Voltage; Computers; Equipment and Supplies; Human Engineering;
Journal_Title :
Biomedical Engineering, IEEE Transactions on
DOI :
10.1109/TBME.1981.324665
