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Development of walking pattern evaluation system for hypogravity simulation.

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¹Microgravity Lab., Pontifical Catholic Univ., Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil.

Conference Proceedings : ... Annual International Conference of the IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society. IEEE Engineering in Medicine and Biology Society. Annual Conference

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Area of Science:

Biomechanics
Human Physiology
Virtual Reality

Background:

Understanding locomotion in reduced gravity is crucial for space exploration.
Previous research has limitations in simulating realistic hypogravity conditions for gait analysis.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop and validate a system for evaluating walking patterns under simulated hypogravity.
To analyze kinematic changes in gait during simulated lunar and Martian gravity.

Main Methods:

Development of the Walking Pattern Evaluation System during Hypogravity Simulation (SAMSH), incorporating a body suspension device, instrumented treadmill, and virtual environment.
Kinematic data collection using electrogoniometers, foot switches, and video cameras.
Gait analysis under simulated lunar (60% reduction) and Martian (30% reduction) gravity, with and without a Head Mounted Display (HMD).

Main Results:

Simulated lunar gravity significantly altered gait parameters: increased step time, contact time, step length, and aerial time; decreased cadence.
Hypogravity simulation indicated a reduction in perceived walking effort.
Head Mounted Display (HMD) use enabled 3D head position analysis; virtual environments impaired postural balance, inducing protective extension reflexes.

Conclusions:

The SAMSH system effectively simulates hypogravity conditions for gait analysis.
Reduced gravity significantly modifies human walking patterns, with implications for astronaut mobility.
Virtual reality integration in hypogravity simulation presents challenges for postural control and requires further investigation.