Multi-Purpose, Daisy-Chained Gait Detection System

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Ever wanted to monitor your rhythm and stride pattern while you run? How about the G-force on your knees on the treadmill? Want to do simple motion tracking (inexpensively)? This article describes a simple but powerful design for a gait detection system (of course, along with all the software you would need!) using the highly configurable Cypress CY29466 microcontroller for control and ADX330 accelerometers for the sensors.

SERVO Magazine (December 2008)
By Balakumar Balasubramaniam Wendi Dreesen


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