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An experimental study of passive dynamic walking

Submitted by administrator on Tue, 22/08/2006 - 02:02
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A two-straight-legged walking mechanism with flat feet is designed and built to study the passive dynamic gait.
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Physical activity in modern society: is there also an environmental benefit?

Submitted by administrator on Tue, 22/08/2006 - 01:59
Abstract - Physical activity in modern society etc - Web page
Higgins (2005) has shown that increased human physical activity in the USA could lead to both improvements in physical health and reductions in oil consumption by motor vehicles, thereby also reducing carbon emissions.
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Exercise-based transportation reduces oil dependence, carbon emissions and obesity

Submitted by administrator on Tue, 22/08/2006 - 01:52
Exercise-based transportation reduces oil dependence, carbon emissions and obesity - Document - Adobe PDF -
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The determinants of walking velocity in the elderly

Submitted by administrator on Sun, 20/08/2006 - 21:55
Abstract - The determinants of walking velocity in the elderly - Web page
This study sought to determine predictors of walking velocity in the elderly.
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Rowland W.
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Reliability of measurement of angular movements of the pelvis etc

Submitted by administrator on Sun, 20/08/2006 - 21:44
Abstract - Reliability of measurement of angular movements etc - Web page
Angular movements of the pelvis and lumbar spine are thought to play an important role in walking. However, little is known about the amount of unpredictable variability in measurement of these movements during human walking.
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Energy-speed relationship of walking: standard tables

Submitted by administrator on Sun, 20/08/2006 - 21:41
Abstract - Energy-speed relationship of walking: standard tables - Web page
The energy expenditure of level walking was measured in 260 normal male and female subjects walking around a 60.5m-circular outdoor track.
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The recovery of walking ability and subclassification of stroke

Submitted by administrator on Sun, 20/08/2006 - 21:36
Abstract - The recovery of walking ability etc - Web page
The recovery of walking after a stroke is a key functional goal for many patients. Reports vary, but approximately 50-80% of patients will regain some degree of walking ability following stroke (Skilbeck et al., 1983).
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