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An accurate data collection method for spatial motion using a sonic digitizer.

Y Youm·J A Nichols·A E Flatt
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Abstract

An accurate collecting method for spatial displacement data utilizing a sonic digitizer which works electronically and acoustically is described. The sequence of the operation of the digitizer system is explained. As an application, the study of elbow flexion-extension is presented. Finally, operational precautions for using this system are discussed.

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Y Youm, J A Nichols, A E Flatt. 1978. An accurate data collection method for spatial motion using a sonic digitizer.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/711728/

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