Title :
Analysis of the cyclic motion of asymmetric gait
Author :
d´Orey, Sofia ; Martins, Jorge M. ; Silva, Miguel T.
Author_Institution :
IDMEC, Inst. Super. Tecnico, Lisbon
Abstract :
In this study a biomechanical model of a passive biped is developed for the study of its cyclic movement. Two continuous contact force models, consisting of a ground reaction force and a friction force, are implemented to simulate the interaction of the biped´s feet with the ground. This model is used in conjunction with an optimization routine to determine the biped´s limit cycle.
Keywords :
friction; gait analysis; Coulomb friction force; asymmetric gait analysis; biomechanical model; biped´s limit cycle determination; continuous contact force model; cyclic motion analysis; cyclic movement; ground reaction force; passive biped; Foot; Friction; Hip; Humans; Knee; Leg; Legged locomotion; Limit-cycles; Motion analysis; Pattern analysis;
Conference_Titel :
Bioengineering Conference, 2009 IEEE 35th Annual Northeast
Conference_Location :
Boston, MA
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-4362-8
Electronic_ISBN :
978-1-4244-4364-2
DOI :
10.1109/NEBC.2009.4967695
