Analysis of the lack of restraint with and without belt pretensioning in 40.2 km/h rear impacts
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DOI: 10.1080/15389588.2022.2121143
Abstract: Abstract Objective In rear impacts, the seat and seatbelt are intended to provide occupant restraint and maintain the occupant on the seat with favorable kinematics and low biomechanical responses. This study analyzes the lack of… read more here.
Keywords: torso; restraint; belt; lap belt ... See more keywords
Mechanical properties of upper torso rotation from the viewpoint of energetics during baseball pitching
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DOI: 10.1080/17461391.2019.1646810
Abstract: Abstract This study aims to examine if upper torso rotation is caused mainly by pelvis rotation during baseball pitching from the viewpoint of energetics. Twelve right-handed males participated in this study. Five were and seven… read more here.
Keywords: baseball; torso; upper torso; torso rotation ... See more keywords
An Anthropomorphic Robust Robotic Torso for Ventral/Dorsal and Lateral Motion With Weight Compensation
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DOI: 10.1109/lra.2020.2983386
Abstract: The human torso is known to be highly versatile and dexterous in terms of motion capabilities and dynamic performance. Motivated by the human counterpart, we present the development of a new anthropomorphic robotic torso with… read more here.
Keywords: anthropomorphic robust; robotic torso; torso; weight compensation ... See more keywords
Modeling and control system design of 6-DOF bionic parallel mechanism with compliant modules
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DOI: 10.1177/01423312231174558
Abstract: Quadrupeds are capable of dynamic movements such as fast running and long-distance jumping due to their flexible and elastic torso structures. In this paper, a compliant parallel mechanism is proposed as a bionic torso to… read more here.
Keywords: system; parallel mechanism; torso; control ... See more keywords
Tacklers’ Head Inertial Accelerations Can Be Decreased by Altering the Way They Engage in Contact with Ball Carriers’ Torsos
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DOI: 10.1249/mss.0000000000002931
Abstract: ABSTRACT Purpose This study aimed to investigate how four types of successfully executed, legal front-on, one-on-one torso tackles influence the tacklers’ and ball carriers’ inertial head kinematics. Methods A total of 455 successful front-on, one-on-one… read more here.
Keywords: ball carrier; torso; kinematics; head ... See more keywords
Task intensity influences upper limb and torso kinematics during two common overhead Functional Capacity Evaluation tasks.
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DOI: 10.3233/wor-172614
Abstract: BACKGROUND The Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) is a tool used in the return-to-work process to guide treatment and decision making. Individual abilities and maximum capacity can be determined through visual observations of changes in mechanics… read more here.
Keywords: intensity; kinematics; functional capacity; torso ... See more keywords