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Biomechanics of the golf swing using OpenSim
Srikrishnaraja Mahadas1, Kausalendra Mahadas1, George K Hung1
1Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, United States.
Computers in Biology and Medicine
|December 23, 2018
Summary
This study used OpenSim simulations to analyze golf swing biomechanics. Simulations revealed how body motion dynamics affect clubhead velocity across different skill levels.
Area of Science:
- Biomechanics
- Sports Science
- Motion Analysis
Background:
- Understanding the complex body motions in a golf swing is crucial for performance.
- Previous research has explored golf swing mechanics, but detailed dynamic simulations are needed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the underlying mechanisms of body motion dynamics during a golf swing.
- To develop a simulation platform for analyzing sports and biomedical motion.
- To illustrate swing patterns across varying skill levels.
Main Methods:
- Developed biomechanical models in OpenSim for golf swing simulations.
- Utilized MATLAB to analyze clubface and clubhead positions from simulation screenshots.
- Calculated clubhead velocities using various time increments in simulation trials.
Main Results:
- Simulation parameters were modifiable via an Excel file.
- Clubhead velocities were calculated based on positional data and time increments.
- Swing patterns of beginner to highly-skilled players were illustrated through selected trials.
Conclusions:
- OpenSim simulations provide a valuable platform for understanding sports biomechanics.
- This approach can be applied to analyze body motion dynamics in various sports and biomedical contexts.
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