Applied Biomechanics and Motion Analysis

Dear Colleagues,

It is our pleasure to present this Special Issue on “Applied Biomechanics and Motion Analysis”. The developments in the field of recording human and animal movement have been significant in recent decades. Kinematic, dynamic, and EMG measurements are prevalent not only during everyday movement such as walking, but also during sports movements (running, fencing, throwing). In recent years, in addition to laboratory measurements, so-called field measurements have appeared, such as measurements performed in clinical and rehabilitational institutions. However, measurements on sports fields have also become more widespread. The development of measuring devices and sensor fusion also requires the modification and development of signal processing methods. The role of balance tests during standing and movement has also increased, not only in exploring the causes of age-related falls but also in movement development at a young age. Artificial intelligence is also playing an increasingly important role in the analysis of movement characteristics and behaviors, thus helping physicians and physiotherapists to make a diagnosis and monitor the effectiveness of treatment. The above also shows the importance of the topic. We know that the number of scientific publications on motion analysis is exceptionally large and grows daily. We look forward to receiving systematic reviews, original publications, and case studies in the following areas, but not exclusively:

• Development, validation, and verification of new measuring instruments and approaches;
• Kinematic, dynamic, EMG, and other physiological measurements related to motion;
• New signal processing methods in the field of kinematic and physiological data processing;
• Action recognition and motion evaluation based on artificial intelligence and machine learning methods;
• Novel approaches in gait analysis, analysis of activities of daily living, and sports movement;
• Studies on human balancing, balance tests, and dynamic posturography;
• Animal motion analysis, e.g., canine, bovine, equine.

Prof. Dr. Rita M. Kiss
Prof. Dr. Alon Wolf
Guest Editors

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