Publications by authors named "Ibrahim F Kadhim"
Resistance Training Using VAriable Resistance Suit (VARS) Increased Isometric and Isokinetic Muscle Strength.
IEEE Trans Neural Syst Rehabil Eng
August 2024
While resistance training promotes muscle hypertrophy and strength, accessibility of equipment is a barrier. This study evaluated a wearable VAriable Resistance Suit (VARS) as a novel and alternative method to achieve muscle strength improvement. It was hypothesized that by providing adjustable, bi-directional and speed dependent resistance, VARS can target specific muscles to improve muscle strength via an accessible and portable device.
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- The paper introduces a navigation and collision avoidance system for visually impaired individuals using vision transformers and multimodal feedback, focusing on real-time object detection and identification.
- The system employs semantic segmentation and algorithms to create trajectory vectors for detected objects, predicting potential collisions, and integrates audio and vibrotactile alerts for warning users.
- Based on a diverse dataset of 27,867 images, the model achieved 95% accuracy, indicating strong performance, with further testing planned to validate the usability and effectiveness of the feedback mechanisms.