Human Performance Measurement (HPM) Inc., a technology transfer firm, and the Human Performance Institite (HPI), noted for applied research in human-machine systems and instrumentation, have entered into a technology transfer agreement. We propose to demonstrate the Feasibility and utility of using inertial grudance methods and microminiature technologies to perform real-time sensing of human body-segment position and orientation in 3D space without line-of-sight and multi-"camera" calibration limitations imposed by optically-based methods. We will overcome practical limitations that have inhibited implementing inertial sensing approaches by exploiting exciting new developmentsin microminiature intertial measurement units, and wireless, short-range local-area network technology. In addition, human factors issues involved in applying these technologies and the performance benefits obtained will be investigated. Two self-contained prototypes will be developed with knowledge from our past and current R&D efforts. In particular, the proposed project will transfer results from a current HPI project sponsored by the Texas Advanced Technology Program that is producing prototypes for elements of the envisioned advanced human sensing system. This will allow Phase I to focus on solving technology transfer issues, demonstrating product feasibility, and measuring improved user utility. Anticipated product market potential is pervasive. Government and commercial application performance benefits will be evaluated by integrating stand-alone prototypes with typical HCI and application software
Keywords: Advanced Human-Computer Interfvirtual Reality Inertial Guidnace Methods Wireless Communication Micr
