MVN BIOMECH Awinda

3D HUMAN KINEMATICS MEASUREMENT SYSTEM WITH WIRELESS TRACKERS

 MVN BIOMECH Awinda is an ambulatory 3D human kinematic measurement
system. MVN BIOMECH Awinda uses fully wireless motion trackers allowing
full freedom of movement of the subject, short preparation time and low
on-body weight of the system.

The MVN BIOMECH Awinda system is based on Xsens proven technology.

Using state of the art inertial motion trackers, sensor fusion algorithms,
specialized wireless protocols and validated biomechanical models,
highly accurate kinematic data is generated.

MVN BIOMECH Awinda can be used indoors and outdoors regardless of terrain or lighting
conditions. The results of MVN BIOMECH Awinda trials require minimal post-processing as there
is no occlusion or lost markers. Exported MVN BIOMECH Awinda data can be easily used in other
software applications.

PRODUCT OVERVIEW FEATURES

MVN BIOMECH Awinda Hardware Freedom of Movement

Full body Use anywhere: outside, in the office, no lab or simulated
17 MTw wireless inertial motion trackers environment required
1 Extra backup or prop MTw Wireless connection: Up to 50m (164ft) measurement range

Awinda receiving station No occlusion or line-of-sight restrictions

Awinda USB dongle Use under any lighting condition

Full-body elasticated Velcro straps Portable, robust and waterproof case for easy transportation
Prosilica GigE GS650 ethernet video reference Case suitable as overhead luggage
camera
Cables and accessories
Ease of Use
Optional: half body Very short setup time (10 minutes)
Upper body: 11 MTw wireless inertial motion trackers Motion trackers click-in to straps
Lower body: 7 MTw wireless inertial motion trackers Short, pre-defined sensor-to-segment calibration
No marker labeling required
MVN BIOMECH Awinda Software C3D export for analysis applications
Intuitive user interface FBX, BVH export for animation applications
Quick and easy set up
Easy sync with third party systems Subject Comfort
Real-time visualization of: Minimal subject time needed
- 3D digital character (multi-plane view and user-adjustable)
Easy calibration
- Reference video data
Straps can be worn over normal clothing
Record 3D movement data with ease

3D Graphs for easy (click and drag) visualization of all data

Accurate Data
Output Data
Highly accurate MEMS inertial sensors capture subtle
- 3D Orientation and position of 23 segments
movements
- 3D Representation of 22 joints
Sensor fusion algorithms ensures highly accurate output
- 3D Body centre of mass
Sensors securely fastened to straps
- 3D Inertial sensor data
Minimal skin motion artifact
Export Formats
No sensitivity to EM-fields
- .MVNX (MVN Open XML format)

- .C3D (Coordinate 3D)

- .BVH (Biovision Hierarchical Data)

Synchronization with third party devices
- .FBX (FiLMBOX)
MVN Awinda Station with 2 input 2 output BNC ports
Sync with other data acquisition systems (TTL pulses 0-3.3V)
Easy configuration of synchronization in MVN Studio Pro
APPLICATIONS

Biomechanics

- Research
- Rehabilitation

- Gait analysis

- Sports science

- Sports coaching

- Ergonomics
MTW TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MTw Motion Trackers
Performance Specifications1
Configurations available 3D orientation accuracy 2 <0.5 deg
Full body: 17 MTw (+1 prop/backup) Resolution 0.05 deg
Lower body: 7 MTw (+1 prop/backup) Accelerometer range 160 m/s 2 (16 g)
Upper body: 11 MTw (+1 prop/backup) Gyroscope range 1200 deg/s

Full-body straps Update Rate

Strong elasticated straps, fastened using Velcro MTw internal sampling rate: 1800 Hz.
Click-in sensor holders Full body kinematics update rate: Max 40 Hz.
One size fits all Lower body kinematics update rate: Max 60 Hz.
Upper body kinematics update rate: Max 50 Hz.

Accessories (included)
Gloves with MTw tracker pockets Communication
1 head band with click-in holder Interface
- Awinda Wireless protocol based on IEE 802.15.4 PHY ISM
2 foot mounts
Prosilica GigE GS650 Ethernet reference camera 2.4 GHz radio frequency, worldwide license free use
1 license USB Dongle Wireless range radius (up to)
- Outdoor 50 meters (164 ft.)
- Indoor open space 50 meters (164 ft.)
Setup time
- Indoor office 20 meters (65 ft.)
Less than 10 minutes
Wireless master (receiver)
- Awinda Station USB 1.1 or 2.0
Suitcase - Awinda USB Dongle USB 1.1 or 2.0
The MVN BIOMECH Awinda contents are shipped in a suitcase:
Wheels, extendable handle

Strong, durable, waterproof

Dimensions
Suitable as hand-luggage
MTw inertial tracker 34.5 x 57.8 x 14.5 mm (W x L x H)
Awinda Station 89.5 x 144 x 31.9 mm (W x L x H)
Awinda USB Dongle 20.4 x 45 x 10.6 mm (W x L x H)
Power supply MVN BIOMECH suitcase 559 x 351 x229 mm (W x L x H)
Motion trackers Battery powered
Operating time ~4 hours (typical)
Charging time 1 hour Weight
MTw inertial tracker 27 g.
Awinda Station USB Powered
Awinda Station 200 g.
Awinda USB Dongle USB Powered
Awinda USB Dongle 8 g.
Charging stations Power adapter (incl.)EU/US/UK
Total on-body system 500 g.
110-240VAC/12VDC
Shipping weight 11 kg.
(incl. suitcase)
Operational Conditions
-20... +55 deg. Celsius, non-wet
Avoid wet and humid conditions as condensation can damage
the internal circuitry

1
Please refer to MTw leaflet for detailed specifications
2
Static accuracy in homogenous magnetic field

Service
Warranty 2 year
Software maintenance 1 year
MVN STUDIO PRO SOFTWARE Sensor to segment calibration
Easy calibration, with animated instructions. Feedback of
MVN Studio PRO software is part of the MVN BIOMECH Awinda expected accuracy provided and advice for improvement
system. The software incorporates the sophisticated Xsens MVN (when necessary). Calibration can be carried out without
Fusion Engine which ensures reliable data output. A license on a assistance using a preset delay.
dongle is included with every system. Basic calibration
Duration <10 s

Real-time preview Requires only subject and foot lengths as input

Calibration pose easy to replicate for range of subjects

3D MVN BIOMECH Awinda character, user defined or
multi-plane view Advanced calibration
10-30 seconds per additional step
Body centre of mass
Advanced subject specific calibration determines MTw
Joint axis positions on character
Synchronized video data alignment and/or subject specific dimensions

Recording and replaying measurements

Simultaneous recording/viewing
Replay recorded data, edit and export
Visualize data in graphs (time and coordination plots)
Synchronized video data, using the reference
Ethernet video camera provided
Replay previously recorded motion data optionally
synchronized with video reference

Extensive 3D data output

No processing required after measurements, direct access to:
3D Kinematics of 23 segments (position, velocity,

acceleration, orientation, angular velocity and angular

acceleration)
3D joint angles of 22 joints

Body centre of mass

Factory calibrated 3D sensor data of 17 trackers

(angular velocity, acceleration, orientation, magnetic field)

Output formats
MVNX (MVN Open XML format)

C3D (Coordinate 3D)

BVH (Biovision Hierarchical Data)

FBX (FiLMBOX)
MVN BIOMECH Awinda human model
MVN BIOMECH Awinda uses a 23 segment human
biomechanical model with 22 joints
Each joint is specified by statistical parameters for
6DOF joint laxity
An advanced spine and shoulder model is used to compute
the kinematics of the spine and shoulder blades
Anthropometric scaling or user-specified segment
dimensions
Soft tissue artifacts: Minimized to ~2 degrees RMS using
Streaming motion data
Streaming motion data on local area network (UDP)
Client network monitor support in MVN Studio PRO
Prop/object tracking
Supports up to three extra prop sensors, for detecting
movement of assistive devices: e.g. walking aids, sports
equipment, etc.

Recommended computer system

redundancy in measurement and biomechanical constraints Operating system Windows 7
Processor Dual core or higher (2.5 GHz or
Global 3D position faster); 4 GB RAM
Next to 3D kinematics and 3D joint angles, MVN Studio Pro Graphics card Hardware acceleration for DirectX 11
also calculates and outputs 3D global positions of body Dedicated memory 512 MB or more
segments and COM USB Ports 2x 1.1 or 2.0
Advanced external contact model detects body world

contacts to enable crawling, sitting, cartwheels etc.

Double integration of body segment accelerations allows for
Siemens PLM Software plug-in (Optional)
Instant real-time streaming to Siemens Jack and Process
jumping/running (permanent floor contact is not needed)
Simulate Human manikins
~2% error in travelled distance (without external aiding)

Full control over external contact points, e.g. edit ground

level for applications like stair climbing, etc.

Magnetic immunity
Full immunity to temporary magnetic disturbances
(~30 seconds)
Visual warning of disturbed environment
Patent pending KiC algorithm: during dynamic
measurements, highly accurate joint angle data can still be
produced over long periods even in magnetically disturbed
environments
ABOUT XSENS
Xsens is a leading developer and global supplier of 3D motion tracking
products based upon miniature (MEMS) inertial sensor technology.

Since its foundation in 2000, thousands of motion sensors and motion

capture solutions have successfully been deployed for 3D character
animation, movement science, control of autonomous vehicles and
stabilization. Clients of Xsens include Electronic Arts, NBC Universal,
INAIL Prosthesis Centre, Daimler, Saab, Kongsberg Defence Systems
and many other companies and institutes throughout the world. Xsens is
working with several industry partners, including Autodesk, Sagem (Safran
Group) and Siemens.

Xsens research department has created unique intellectual property in

the field of multi-sensor data fusion algorithms, combining inertial sensors
with GPS and RF positioning and biomechanical modelling. Xsens and
its products have received several awards and five consecutive entries in
Deloittes ranking of fastest growing technology companies in Europe.

Xsens is a privately held company with its headquarters in Enschede,

the Netherlands and a US subsidiary in Los Angeles, California.

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