Huang, M.; Garcia, A. Dataset and System Design for Orthopedic Walker Fall Detection and Activity Logging Using Motion Classification. Appl. Sci. 2023, 13, 11379. https://doi.org/10.3390/app132011379
Huang, M.; Garcia, A. Dataset and System Design for Orthopedic Walker Fall Detection and Activity Logging Using Motion Classification. Appl. Sci. 2023, 13, 11379. https://doi.org/10.3390/app132011379
Huang, M.; Garcia, A. Dataset and System Design for Orthopedic Walker Fall Detection and Activity Logging Using Motion Classification. Appl. Sci. 2023, 13, 11379. https://doi.org/10.3390/app132011379
Huang, M.; Garcia, A. Dataset and System Design for Orthopedic Walker Fall Detection and Activity Logging Using Motion Classification. Appl. Sci. 2023, 13, 11379. https://doi.org/10.3390/app132011379
Abstract
An accurate, economical, and reliable device for detecting falls in persons ambulating with the assistance of an orthopedic walker is crucially important for the elderly and patients with limited mobility. Existing wearable devices such as wristbands are not designed for walker users, and patients may not wear them at all times. This research proposes a novel idea of attaching an internet-of-things (IoT) device with an inertial measurement unit (IMU) sensor directly to an orthopedic walker to perform real-time fall detection as well as activity logging. A dataset is collected and labeled for walker users in four activities, including idle, motion, step, and fall. Classic machine learning algorithms are evaluated using the dataset by comparing their classification performance. Deep learning with convolutional neural network (CNN) is also explored. Furthermore, the hardware prototype is designed by integrating a low-power microcontroller for onboard machine learning, an IMU sensor, a rechargeable battery, and Bluetooth wireless connectivity. The research results show the promise of improved safety and well-being of walker users.
Keywords
orthopedic walker; dataset; IoT; fall detection; activity logging; inertial measurement unit; machine learning; deep learning
Subject
Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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