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  • Biomechanics
  • Engineering

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  • Rowing performance analysis relies on accurate stroke phase detection.
  • Existing methods struggle with varying hull acceleration profiles across skill levels and boat classes.
  • Robust and accessible kinematic analysis is crucial for technical interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To apply the undecimated wavelet transform (UWT) for detecting rowing stroke features using a single hull-mounted accelerometer.
  • To validate the UWT method against a multi-sensor system for kinematic analysis.
  • To establish a cost-effective and accessible solution for sub-stroke phase determination.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized the AdMos™ sensor for hull acceleration data acquisition.
  • Applied the undecimated wavelet transform (UWT) for signal processing and feature detection.
  • Compared UWT-derived kinematic values with data from the Peach™ instrumented oarlock system.

Main Results:

  • Strong correlations were found between UWT-processed AdMos™ data and Peach™ system measures.
  • High agreement (ICC > 0.88) was observed for stroke time and drive time across multiple boat classes (W8+, W4-, W1x).
  • Bland-Altman analysis indicated minimal bias, confirming no systematic discrepancies between the two systems.

Conclusions:

  • The UWT technique provides a valid and reliable method for analyzing rowing stroke kinematics from a single sensor.
  • This single-sensor approach offers a simple, cost-effective, and accessible alternative to complex multi-sensor systems.
  • The findings support the use of this method for monitoring rowing determinants of success and guiding technical interventions.