Optimization of an Accelerometer and Gyroscope-Based Fall Detection Algorithm
Falling is a common and significant cause of injury in elderly adults (>65 yrs old), often leading to disability and death. In the USA, one in three of the elderly suffers from fall injuries annually. This study’s purpose is to develop, optimize, and assess the efficacy of a falls detection algor...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2015-01-01
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| Series: | Journal of Sensors |
| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2015/452078 |