Optimization-based prediction of asymmetric human gait

Y Xiang, JS Arora, K Abdel-Malek - Journal of biomechanics, 2011 - Elsevier
An optimization-based formulation and solution method are presented to predict asymmetric
human gait for a large-scale skeletal model. Predictive dynamics approach is used in which …

Hybrid predictive dynamics: a new approach to simulate human motion

Y Xiang, JS Arora, K Abdel-Malek - Multibody System Dynamics, 2012 - Springer
A new methodology, called hybrid predictive dynamics (HPD), is introduced in this work to
simulate human motion. HPD is defined as an optimization-based motion prediction …

Optimization of throwing motion planning for whole-body humanoid mechanism: Sidearm and maximum distance

JH Kim - Mechanism and Machine Theory, 2011 - Elsevier
Throwing is a rapid coordinated movement with high configuration and actuation
redundancies. Based on a previous work, this paper advances a numerical framework that …

Dynamic motion planning of overarm throw for a biped human multibody system

JH Kim, Y Xiang, J Yang, JS Arora… - Multibody System …, 2010 - Springer
We propose a motion planning formulation of overarm throw for a 55-degree-of-freedom
biped human multibody system. The unique characteristics of the throwing task—highly …

Computational evaluation of load carriage effects on gait balance stability

C Mummolo, S Park, L Mangialardi… - Computer methods in …, 2016 - Taylor & Francis
Evaluating the effects of load carriage on gait balance stability is important in various
applications. However, their quantification has not been rigorously addressed in the current …

Identification of balanced states for multi-segmental legged robots using reduced-order model

C Mummolo, L Mangialardi… - 2015 IEEE-RAS 15th …, 2015 - ieeexplore.ieee.org
A general construction framework is introduced to provide three-dimensional balance
criteria for multi-segmental legged robots. The approach is based on a reduced-order …

Concurrent motion planning and reaction load distribution for redundant dynamic systems under external holonomic constraints

JH Kim, K Abdel‐Malek, Y Xiang… - … journal for numerical …, 2011 - Wiley Online Library
Dynamics of mechanical systems during motion usually involves reaction forces and
moments due to the interaction with external objects or constraints from the environment …

Two-dimensional team lifting prediction with different box weights

A Arefeen, Y Xiang - … design engineering technical …, 2020 - asmedigitalcollection.asme.org
A novel multibody dynamics modeling method is proposed for two-dimensional (2D) team
lifting prediction. The box itself is modeled as a floating-base rigid body in Denavit …

Numerical construction of balanced state manifold for single-support legged mechanism in sagittal plane

JH Kim, CB Joo - Multibody System Dynamics, 2014 - Springer
Legged mechanisms can walk and run but sometimes encounter a risk of falling. In this
article, a general numerical framework of balance criteria for a single-support legged …

Backward walking simulation of humans using optimization

HJ Kwon, Y Xiang, R Bhatt, S Rahmatalla… - Structural and …, 2014 - Springer
The objective of this study is to formulate, simulate and study the backward walking motion
of a full-body skeletal digital human model using an optimization approach. Predictive …