Promoting autonomy and improving the quality of life for wheelchair users with IoT
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https://doi.org/10.5902/2179460X92081Keywords:
Internet of things, Wheelchair users, BiomechanicsAbstract
The quality of life of wheelchair users can be significantly affected by factors such as lack of accessibility, independence, and regular physical activity. This study proposes the development of an Internet of Things (IoT)-based system capable of quantifying the physical performance of wheelchair users through an inertial dynamometer equipped with sensors connected to an ESP32 microcontroller. The system uses acceleration and torque measurements to calculate the power generated during exercises and automatically shares the data with Google Sheets, enabling remote access by healthcare professionals. The methodology was based on previously validated models in the literature, with adaptations to enhance its portability and applicability in home environments. The results demonstrate the system’s feasibility for both monitoring and training purposes. Based on the tests conducted, it was verified that it is possible to develop a product to serve wheelchair users in fitness centers for physical training, in schools for physical education activities, in hospitals and clinics for cardiorespiratory assessment, and also for high-performance athlete training, thereby promoting greater autonomy and quality of life for users.
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