Design of weight distribution monitoring system using a Wii balance system
Project Overview
Due to a stroke a number of years ago, a hemiplegic individual cannot feel the left side of her body. She is ambulatory but due to lack of left-side sensory feedback, she cannot sense if she is standing straight or leaning to one side or the other. She wants a way to practice distributing her weight equally on both feet. She is unable to look down at her feet without losing her balance.
We are working on a device that will monitor her stance and provide feedback to guide it. This will allow her to practice standing straight. Our device will be compact and portable enough to travel with her if she travels.
Team Picture
Files
- Product Design Specification Sheet (September 23, 2012)
- Weight Distribution Monitoring System report (December 13, 2012)
- Product Design Specification Sheet (October 23, 2012)
- Midsemester Presentation PowerPoint (October 23, 2012)
- Weight Distribution Mid-semester Report (October 23, 2012)
- Final Poster (December 11, 2012)
Contact Information
Team Members
- Katherine Hildebrand - Team Leader
- Scott Mawer - Communicator
- John Diaz de Leon - BSAC
- Russell Little - BWIG
Advisor and Client
- Dr. Willis Tompkins - Advisor
- Dr. Bonnie Tompkins - Client