Measurement of load distribution of sole during walking using flexible three-dimensional load measurement sensor

Abstract

In this research, a flexible contact sensor for triaxial load measurement was placed in the insole, and a system for measuring the load applied to the soles of the foot during walking was prototyped. For measuring the load distribution of the sole at the walking, the effectiveness of the system by measuring on walking was confirmed on the treadmill. As a result, it was possible to measure the angles of vertical load, shear load, and shear load in all sensors. It was possible to confirm the usefulness of the measurement system that can easily measure the load distribution during walking.