An Inverse Kinematic Mathematical Model Using Groebner Basis Theory for Arm Swing Movement in the Gait Cycle

Authors

• Kimberly D. Kendricks, Center for MASINT Studies and Research, Air Force Institute of Technology
• Adam M. Fullenkamp, 3D Human Signatures Laboratory, 711th Human Performance Wing
• Robert McGrellis, Center for MASINT Studies and Research, Air Force Institute of Technology
• Jonathan Juhl, Center for MASINT Studies and Research, Air Force Institute of Technology
• Ronald F. Tuttle, Center for MASINT Studies and Research, Air Force Institute of Technology

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

7-2010

Abstract

Two important indicators in the gait cycle: arm swing and foot placement, when isolated, provide key information about future behaviors in the gait cycle. Through video captured data, the INSPIRE (Integration of a Sensor Package for Identifying Radical Extremists) project seeks to identify gait characteristics in arm and leg swing movement to recognize threatening individuals. In particular, one approach discussed in this paper uses Groebner Basis Theory to model arm swing movement in the gait cycle. Through inverse kinematics, joint configurations of the shoulder and elbow are found to place the wrist at a specific position and orientation in the gait cycle.

Comments

DTIC : ADA579067

Prepared in collaboration with the University of Minnesota

Source Publication

2010 Joint Meeting of the Military Sensing Symposia (MSS) Specialty Group On Battlespace Acoustic & Seismic Sensing, Magnetic & Electric Field Sensors & Advanced Signatures Technology, Volume I

Recommended Citation

Kendricks, K. D., Fullenkamp, A. M., McGrellis, R., Juhl, J., & Tuttle, R. F. (2010). An Inverse Kinematic Mathematical Model Using Groebner Basis Theory For Arm Swing Movement In The Gait Cycle. 2010 Joint Meeting of the Military Sensing Symposia (MSS) Specialty Group On Battlespace Acoustic & Seismic Sensing, Magnetic & Electric Field Sensors & Advanced Signatures Technology, Volume I. DTIC (ADA579067).