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System and method for analyzing gait using fabric sensors

US8961439B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 5, 2012
Grant dateFeb 24, 2015
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Expiry dateSep 19, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B5/112
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system for analyzing gait using textile sensors is disclosed. A system includes a sock sensing system, which comprises a sock and at least one switch, tension sensor, or pressure sensor for sensing a posture or movement; and a processor configured to receive signals from the sock sensing system and to analyze a gait parameter, wherein the processor is configured to calculate the gait parameter using a signal from the sock sensing system as a trigger point.

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