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A dataset for wearable sensors validation in gait analysis.
Paola Pierleoni1, Federica Pinti1, Alberto Belli1
1Department of Information Engineering, Università Politecnica delle Marche, via Brecce Bianche 12, Ancona 60131, Italy.
Data in Brief
|July 9, 2020
Summary
This study presents a new dataset for validating wearable sensors in gait analysis. The data allows for algorithm development and testing by comparing wearable sensor measurements to a gold-standard stereophotogrammetric system.
Area of Science:
- Biomechanics
- Wearable technology
- Gait analysis
Background:
- Gait analysis is crucial for understanding human locomotion.
- Wearable sensors offer a promising alternative to traditional motion capture systems.
- Validation against gold standards is essential for reliable wearable sensor data.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a novel dataset for validating wearable sensors in gait analysis.
- To facilitate the development and testing of algorithms for gait parameter estimation.
- To provide a benchmark for comparing wearable sensor data with stereophotogrammetric system data.
Main Methods:
- Acquired simultaneous gait measures using wearable sensors and a stereophotogrammetric system.
- Collected data from 5 healthy subjects (2 females, 3 males, aged 25-35).
- Subjects performed walking tasks on an 11-meter walkway with sensors and markers placed on feet.
Main Results:
- A dataset containing synchronized measurements from both systems was created.
- The dataset includes 15 trials from 5 subjects, enabling direct comparison.
- This enables quantitative evaluation of wearable sensor accuracy.
Conclusions:
- The dataset is valuable for validating wearable sensor-based gait analysis.
- It supports the development and refinement of algorithms for gait parameter estimation.
- This resource advances the use of wearable technology in biomechanics research.
