Enhanced Algorithm for the Detection of Preimpact Fall for Wearable Airbags

Fall-related injury is a common cause of mortality among the elderly. Hip fractures are especially dangerous and can even be fatal. In this study, a threshold-based preimpact fall detection algorithm was developed for wearable airbags that minimize the impact of falls on the user’s body. A...

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Main Authors: Haneul Jung, Bummo Koo, Jongman Kim, Taehee Kim, Yejin Nam, Youngho Kim
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-02-01
Series:Sensors
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1424-8220/20/5/1277