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Research and Reports

Sample XO-SOLE User Report

This report provides an example of what a user could expect to see when they download a full report of their data. Reports give information on walking, running, and jumping ground reaction force (GRF) as well as kinematics.

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NANO-COMPOSITE FOAM Sensor System in Football Helmets

American football has both the highest rate of concussion incidences as well as the highests number of concussions of all contact sports due to both the number of athletes and nature of the sport. Recent research. . .

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Estimation of 3D Ground Reaction Force Using Nanocomposite Piezo-Responsive Foam Sensors During Walking

This paper describes a method for the estimation of the 3D ground reaction force (GRF) during human walking using novel nanocomposite piezo-responsive foam (NCPF) sensors. Nine subjects (5 male, 4 female) walked. . .

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A Novel Method of Characterize Walking and Running Energy Expenditure

Physical activity and corresponding energy expenditure can improve health in various ways. Existing methods to directly measure energy expenditure are currently limited to laboratory and/or expensive instrumentation. . .

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Predicting Vertical Ground Reaction Force During Running Using Piezo-responsive Sensors and Accelerometry

Running is a common exercise with numerous health benefits. Vertical ground reaction force (vGRF) influences running injury risk and running performance. Measurement of vGRF during running is now primarily. . .

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Applications of Nano-Composite Piezoelectric Foam Sensors

This study develops highly flexible, adaptable, portable gauges that give real-time measurements in many applications where compression is of interest. They can be embedded into elastomeric foams. . .

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Foam Pressure Mapping with Optimized Electrodes

Nano-composite piezo-responsive foam (NCPF) is an inexpensive foam that can be used to measure a static load while still providing a comfortable interface. The purpose is this study was to create a modularized foam-based. . .

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