Human Performance Centre - Balance Clinic - Strength Lab - Biomechanics Lab - Exercise Physiology Lab
Biomechanics Laboratory
Facilities, Equipment and Software
- 12m x 11m Biomechanics Laboratory with run through
- Motion Analysis 6 x 120Hz Camera MA System
- Kistler triaxial force platforms Type 9287BA (3) with Bioware Ver3.2
- Kistler triaxial portable force platform Type 9286AA with Bioware Ver3.2
- Grass Model 12 Neurodata EMG Acquisition System (16 channels)
- Portable EMG Data Loggers with Megawin software:
- Mega Electronics ME 6000 (16 channel with wifi)
- Mega Electronics ME 3000P8 (8 channel)
- Professional License (Departmental) LabVIEW 8.20 Software
- Olympus i-speed2 high speed camera (up to 33000 fps)
- Polhemus 3 Space Fastrak
- Keiser pneumatic power rack
- Networked Digitising Laboratory with Silicon Coach Pro (2D Motion Analysis) software
- 4-Gate Swift Speedlight Timing Gates (2)
- Swift Vertec (2)
- 3-axis 25+Gz ,Unidirectional 12+Gz and Bidirectional 1.25 +Gz Accelerometers
- Kinematic Measurement System – 4 IR light gates, jump mat, starter’s siren, and wobble board balance tester
- Swinger, Ariel and Dartfish video analysis software
- ATS Stalker Radar and software
- JVC GR-DVL 9800 Digital VC (4)
- Canon MV800 and MV900 series (Mini DV) VC’s (10)
- Sony DCR-VX2000E Digital VC
- Woodway Force 3 Non-motorized treadmill
Quantitative Analysis
Extensive biomechanical analysis can be completed in our laboratories. From full 3D motion measurement systems such as Motion Analysis and APAS to large in-ground force platforms by Kistler, we have the equipment and expertise to complete the most sophisticated quantitative work.
Qualitative Analysis
Qualitative analysis typically involves using direct observation and/or video of a performance to analyze the mechanics of the movement in non-numerical terms. This analysis can help identify various mechanical factors that may or may not need to be altered in an effort to improve performance in the given activity. The ability for scientist, coach, and athlete to be able to observe the performance in slow motion, with split screen images, and overlay images is a valuable tool for improving performance.
Qualitative analysis is beneficial for many reasons: It brings to light any musculo-skeletal problems the athlete may have, it shows inefficiencies in movements such as running, jumping, or even basic weight training movements, and it gives direct feedback to the athlete so a more conscious effort can be made to improve training exercises. We have the latest digital video cameras combined with high speed computers and specialised software systems such as Swinger and Dartfish.
More Information
Please contact Professor Robert Newton