Method and apparatus for predicting a race time
US12248887B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 19, 2023 |
| Grant date | Mar 11, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 19, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2562/0219
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method and system for optimizing an athlete's performance during a race using a wearable device. The method involves determining the athlete's performance level from past races or trainings, and collecting race data through a wearable sensor. This data helps retrieve a tailored race profile from several options, each a non-linear function of time over distance, optimized for the athlete's level. The selected profile is applied to the sensor data to compute a projected race time, which is then displayed on the device. The system also measures and displays other race parameters such as stride length, cadence, and physiological metrics. It adjusts recommendations for pace in real-time based on these inputs. Advanced features include neural networks for enhancing race profile accuracy using data from multiple athletes. The device's processor and memory manage these functions effectively, providing dynamic feedback and strategic adjustments during the race, aiming to significantly improve athletic performance.
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