TWI666002B - Fitness exercise detection system - Google Patents

Abstract

The invention relates to a fitness exercise detection system, which is a statistical system that uses an image visual detection light-emitting unit to emit changes in the shape of an optical pattern to count the number of times an athlete has engaged in fitness sports. Unit and counting unit; thereby, the present invention uses a light emitting unit to emit an optical pattern and an image capture unit hardware design to visually detect the change in the shape of the optical pattern caused by the athlete when performing a fitness exercise, with the fitness exercise The rules of the project effectively calculate the number of times that athletes engage in fitness events, and indeed achieve the advantages of applying multiple fitness events, correcting the movements of athletes, increasing the effectiveness of fitness exercises, avoiding counting the number of times that athletes don't care about, and increasing the burden and convenience of carrying.

Description

Fitness exercise detection system

The invention relates to a fitness exercise detection system, in particular to a statistical system that uses an image to visually detect the shape change of an optical pattern emitted by a light emitting unit to count the number of times an athlete has engaged in a fitness exercise.

According to the national health of the people, the development of various sports habits has continued to be promoted by the government and individuals to the public. For example, measurements of cardiopulmonary function, muscle endurance, and softness can fully reflect the physical condition. As a general indicator of the health status of the entire population, the collection of these big data can not only provide a reference for government units to formulate related policies, but more importantly, let the public understand their own physical conditions, and then continue to exercise with the appropriate type of exercise. And maintain a healthy state of health; push-ups are one of the most common exercises used by modern people to exercise their body muscles. Push-ups are mainly used to exercise the muscles of the upper limbs, waist, and abdomen, especially the muscles of the chest. The fitness effect is achieved by standing up.

Generally speaking, athletes often count the number of times in meditation or shouting when doing push-ups; however, athletes are not able to take care of their physical needs while they are exhausted physically and need to borrow another person to assist in shouting. Acoustic counting may be counted by a counter, and the person may also calculate incorrectly because of fatigue or inattention; therefore, how to effectively solve the problem of athletes still having to distract from counting while engaging in fitness sports through innovative hardware design, Still healthy Developers of related industries such as sports equipment and related researchers need to continue their efforts to overcome and solve the problems.

Today, the inventor is in view of the many shortcomings in fitness detection or technical methods in actual implementation. Therefore, he is a tireless spirit, supplemented by his rich professional knowledge and years of practical experience to improve it. Based on this, the invention was developed.

The main purpose of the present invention is to provide a fitness exercise detection system, in particular to a statistical system that uses an image to visually detect the shape change of an optical pattern emitted by a light-emitting unit to count the number of times an athlete engages in fitness sports, mainly by emitting light. The optical pattern emitted by the unit is matched with the hardware design of the image capture unit to visually detect the changes in the shape of the optical pattern on the athlete when performing a fitness exercise, and match the preset rules of the fitness exercise. Effectively count the number of times athletes engage in fitness exercises, and indeed achieve counts that can be applied to a variety of fitness exercises, continuously correct the movements of athletes, increase the effectiveness of fitness exercises, avoid the number of times that athletes don't care about counting and increase the burden of exercise, and carry Convenience and other major advantages.

In order to achieve the above-mentioned implementation purpose, the present inventor proposes a fitness exercise detection system, which provides an athlete to select at least one fitness exercise and counts the number of times the athlete has engaged in fitness exercise. The fitness exercise detection system of the present invention The light emitting unit includes at least a light emitting unit, an image capturing unit, an image processing unit, and a counting unit; the light emitting unit is disposed on one side of the athlete, and the light emitting unit emits a light beam including at least one optical pattern toward the athlete. Light beam, in which the optical pattern is changed due to irradiation on the athlete; the image capture unit is arranged on one side of the light-emitting unit, the image capture unit includes an optical lens, and A photosensitive element connected to an optical lens. The optical lens captures an image of an athlete and an optical pattern on the photosensitive element, and the image processing unit includes a receiving module electrically connected to the image capturing unit, and a receiving module. An electrically connected judgment module, the receiving module receives the image captured by the image capturing unit and transmits it to the judgment module. The judgment module detects the optical pattern in the image according to the fitness exercise selected by the athlete. Change, when the change of the optical pattern conforms to the rules of fitness sports, the judgment module transmits a signal; the counting unit is electrically connected to the judgment module, and the counting unit receives the signal transmitted by the judgment module and performs the exercise. Cumulative count of the number of times engaged in fitness activities.

The fitness exercise detection system as described above, wherein the fitness exercise detection system is further supported by a support frame.

The fitness exercise detection system as described above, wherein the fitness exercise item is one of the fitness exercise items such as push-ups, sit-ups, open-close jumps, squats, weightlifting, horizontal bars or skipping ropes.

The fitness motion detection system as described above, wherein the fitness motion detection system may further be provided with a display unit electrically connected to the image capture unit and the counting unit, and the display unit displays the image captured by the image capture unit. , And the results of counting units.

The fitness exercise detection system as described above, wherein the light emitting unit is one of a light emitting diode, a laser diode, or a light emitting element for outputting a light beam.

In the fitness motion detection system as described above, the optical pattern is one of a plurality of light spots, a plurality of straight lines, or a grid.

The fitness motion detection system as described above, wherein the wavelength of the optical pattern is between 650 nanometers (nm) and 1000 nanometers (nm)

The above-mentioned fitness motion detection system, wherein the optical lens is a device such as a fisheye lens, a wide-angle lens, or a standard lens.

The above-mentioned fitness motion detection system, wherein the photosensitive element is one of a device such as a Photo Coupled Device (CCD) or a Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor (CMOS).

The fitness exercise detection system as described above, wherein the image processing unit can further be provided with a selection module electrically connected to the determination module, the selection module is provided for the athlete to select a fitness exercise item, and the determination module is based on the athlete The selected fitness exercise is used to detect whether the change of the optical pattern in the image conforms to the rules of the fitness exercise.

The fitness exercise detection system as described above, wherein the counting unit is an electronic counter.

Therefore, the fitness exercise detection system of the present invention is mainly based on the optical design emitted by the light-emitting unit and the hardware design of the image capture unit, so as to visually detect the optical pattern on the body of the athlete when performing a fitness exercise with the image. The shape changes and other methods, combined with pre-set fitness sports rules, effectively count the number of times that athletes engage in fitness sports, and indeed reach a count that can be applied to a variety of fitness sports, continuously correct the movements of the sports, and increase the fitness The main advantages are: effectiveness, avoiding the number of counts of athletes, increasing the burden of exercise, and being convenient to carry. In addition, the fitness motion detection system of the present invention mainly uses the image capturing unit of the camera to detect the change in the shape of the optical pattern. At the same time, it also captures images of athletes engaged in fitness sports, so that athletes can know whether their movements meet the standard by capturing and analyzing the images at the same time or after the fitness exercise, and indeed achieve continuous correction The movements of fitness sports and the achievement of fitness sports Other major advantages.

(1) ‧‧‧Fitness detection system

(11) ‧‧‧Light-emitting unit

(111) ‧‧‧Beam

(1111) ‧‧‧Optical pattern

(11111) ‧‧‧ Light Spot

(12) ‧‧‧Image Acquisition Unit

(121) ‧‧‧Optical lens

(122) ‧‧‧Photosensitive Element

(13) ‧‧‧Image processing unit

(131) ‧‧‧Receiving module

(132) ‧‧‧Judgment Module

(133) ‧‧‧Select Module

(14) ‧‧‧Counting unit

(2) ‧‧‧athlete

(3) ‧‧‧Support

FIG. 1: Block diagram of the system structure of a preferred embodiment of the fitness exercise detection system of the present invention

Fig. 2: Schematic diagram of the system setup of a preferred embodiment of the fitness motion detection system of the present invention

Figures 3 (A) and (B): Schematic diagram of athlete motion detection in a preferred embodiment of the fitness motion detection system of the present invention

In order for the reviewing committee members to understand the technical features, contents, advantages of the present invention, and the effects that can be achieved, the present invention is described in detail with the accompanying drawings in the form of embodiments, and the diagrams used therein, Its main purpose is only for the purpose of illustration and supplementary description. It may not be the actual proportion and precise configuration after the implementation of the invention. Therefore, the attached drawings should not be interpreted and limited to the scope of rights of the present invention in actual implementation. , He Xianxian.

First, please refer to FIG. 1 and FIG. 2 together, which are a block diagram of a system structure and a schematic diagram of a system configuration of a preferred embodiment of the fitness exercise detection system of the present invention, and the fitness exercise detection system of the present invention ( 1) It provides an athlete (2) selects at least one fitness exercise and conducts statistics on the number of times that the athlete (2) engages in fitness exercise. In addition, the fitness exercise detection system (1) can further include a support frame ( 3) Supported and erected on one side of the athlete (2) to detect or count the images or the number of times the athlete (2) is engaged in fitness sports; furthermore, the fitness sports can be, for example but not limited to, standing up, Sit-ups, open-close jumps, squats, weightlifting, horizontal bars or skipping ropes, etc. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the fitness movement detection system (1) is aimed at athletes (2) Detecting and counting fitness exercise items that are engaged in push-ups; the fitness exercise detection system (1) of the present invention includes at least: A light emitting unit (11) is disposed on one side of the athlete (2), and the light emitting unit (11) emits a light beam (111) including at least one optical pattern (1111) toward the athlete (2), wherein the optical The pattern (1111) is changed due to irradiation on the athlete (2); in addition, the light-emitting unit (11) is a light-emitting diode (LED), a laser diode (LD), or a light-emitting diode (LD). One type of device such as a light-emitting element; further, the optical pattern (1111) is one of a plurality of light spots, a plurality of straight lines, or a grid, and the wavelength of the optical pattern (1111) is between 650 nm and 1000 nanometers; in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the light emitting unit (11) is arranged on the support frame (3) and stands in front of the head of the athlete (2) to face the athlete (2) ) Emits a light beam (111), and the light beam (111) includes an optical pattern (1111) composed of 6 columns arranged from top to bottom, and 5 light spots (11111) in each column combined with 30 light spots (11111), Among them, the optical pattern (1111) will have a shape change due to being irradiated on the athlete (2), and the wavelength of the optical pattern (1111) is between 650nm and 1000nm, the best 850nm, 905nm, and 940nm; however, it must be noted that the composition of the optical pattern (1111) and the number of light spots (11111) or the position of the light-emitting unit (11) relative to the athlete (2) are for illustration. Convenient, but not limited to the present invention, and those skilled in the art should know the composition of different optical patterns (1111) and the number of light spots (11111) or the light emitting unit (11) relative to the athlete ( 2) position, as long as it can detect the movement of the athlete (2) caused the shape of the optical pattern (1111) to change, and it will not image the actual implementation of the present invention; an image capture unit (12) is provided in the light-emitting unit (11) On one side, the image capturing unit (12) includes an optical lens (121) and a photosensitive element (122) connected to the optical lens (121). The optical lens (121) captures an athlete ( 2) The image of the optical pattern (1111) on the body is formed on the photosensitive element (122); in addition, the optical lens (121) is one of the devices such as a fisheye lens, a wide-angle lens, or a standard lens; further, the photosensitive element ( 122) is a photoelectric coupling element (CCD) or complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) devices; in a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the image capturing unit (12) is arranged on the support frame (3) together with the light-emitting unit (11). The optical lens (121) presented in the form of a fisheye in parallel with the position of the front of the head of the athlete (2), captures the image of the front athlete (2) and the optical pattern (1111) on the body, and is photoelectrically coupled. Imaging on a light-sensitive element (122) in the form of a CCD; an image processing unit (13) comprising a receiving module (131) electrically connected to the image capturing unit (12), and a receiving module The group (131) is electrically connected to the judgment module (132), and the receiving module (131) receives the image captured by the image capturing unit (12) and transmits it to the judgment module (132), and the judgment module (132 ) Is to detect the change of the optical pattern (1111) in the image according to the fitness exercise selected by the athlete (2). When the change of the optical pattern (1111) meets the rules of the fitness exercise, the judgment module (132) is Transmit a signal; in addition, the image processing unit (13) can further be provided with a selection module (133) of an electrical connection judgment module (132) ), The selection module (133) is provided for the athlete (2) to select a fitness exercise, and the judgment module (132) is used to detect the optical pattern (1111) in the image according to the fitness exercise selected by the athlete (2). Whether the change conforms to the rules of fitness sports. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a receiving module (131) built in the image processing unit (13) and electrically connected to the image capturing unit (12) is a receiver. The image of the athlete (2) and the optical pattern (1111) on the body captured by the image capturing unit (12), and the image is transmitted to the judgment module (132). After the judgment module (132) receives the image , And then according to the fitness exercise selected by the athlete (2) in the selection module (133), determine whether the shape change of the optical pattern (1111) caused by the movement of the athlete (2) in the image conforms to the rules of the fitness exercise If yes, then pass the signal to the counting unit (14), if not, then do not pass the signal; and a counting unit (14), which is the electrical connection judgment module (132), and the counting unit (14) It receives the signals transmitted by the judgment module (132) and counts the number of times that the athlete (2) has engaged in fitness activities. In addition, the counting unit (14) is an electronic counter; a preferred implementation of the present invention In the example, the counting unit (14) presented in the form of an electronic counter is electrically connected to the judgment module (132) to receive signals transmitted by the judgment module (132) and perform sports (2) to engage in fitness sports Cumulative count of the number of times.

That is to say, according to the "Minutes of Physical Education in the National Defense Medical College's 106-year Physical Training Plan Implementation Plan", the action of a two-minute push-up is clearly stated: "The test subject leans his hands on the ground, his fingers are naturally forward, and his hands are open about the shoulders. With the same width, keep your elbows straight and keep your body still, your hips must not be lifted, your knees must not touch the ground, your feet should be close or stretched to be the same width as your shoulders, your elbows should be bent to keep your body straight. 15 cm, the woman's chin is about 20 cm from the ground, repeated flexion and extension counts. "Please refer to Figure 3 (A), (B), which shows the action of a sportsman in a preferred embodiment of the fitness motion detection system of the present invention. A schematic diagram of detection, in which a push-up detection of a preferred embodiment of the present invention is taken as an example. When the athlete (2) both his elbows are straight and prone to the ground, the athlete captured by the optical lens (121) The image of (2) shows the light spot (11111) located at the upper position (see figure 3 (A)), and when the athlete (2) bends his elbows and moves his body downwards , It will cause the light spot (11111) located at the lower position to change shape (such as Figure 3 ( (Shown in B)). Therefore, when the judgment module (132) detects this phenomenon and judges that it meets the rules of Voldemort's fitness exercise program, it transmits a signal to the counting unit (14) and the counting unit (14). ) Is a count of the athletes (2) engaged in the fitness exercise of push-ups; if the judgment module (132) detects the change of the light spot (11111) at the upper position but does not detect the change or detection of the light spot (11111) at the lower position When the change of the light spot (11111) at the lower position is detected but the change of the light spot (11111) at the upper position is not detected, the judgment module (132) will not transmit a signal to the counting unit (14), so the counting unit ( 14) will not count; however, it must be noted that the above The description of the fitness exercise detected by Voldemort in the present invention is for the convenience of explanation, not limited to the present invention, and those skilled in the art should know different fitness sports, as long as it can create optical patterns ( The change of the light spot (11111) at different positions on 1111) does not image the actual implementation of the present invention.

In addition, the fitness exercise detection system (1) can be further provided with a display unit (not shown in the figure) for electrically connecting the image capture unit (12) and the counting unit (14), and the display unit displays the image capture. The image captured by the acquisition unit (12) and the counting result of the counting unit (14); in another preferred embodiment of the present invention, the display unit is arranged on the support frame (3) and is electrically connected to the image acquisition The unit (12) and the counting unit (14), and the display unit displays the image captured by the image capturing unit (12) and the counting result of the counting unit (14), so that the athlete (2) can exercise while exercising Or after the end, by capturing and analyzing the images to know whether their movements meet the standards, it has indeed achieved the main advantages of continuously correcting the movements of the athletes engaged in fitness sports and highly achieving the results of fitness sports.

Next, in order for your review committee to better understand the purpose, characteristics and desired effect of the present invention, the following are specific practical embodiments of the fitness exercise detection system (1) of the present invention to further prove the fitness exercise of the present invention. The detection system (1) can be practically applied, but it is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention in any form; when a user wants to perform a push-up fitness exercise, the fitness exercise detection system (1) of the present invention can be used. ), The optical design (1111) emitted by a light-emitting unit (11) and the hardware design of the image capture unit (12) are used to visually detect the athlete (2) when performing a fitness exercise of Voldemort The shape of the optical pattern (1111) on the body and other methods, combined with the preset rules of fitness sports, effectively calculate the number of times that the athlete (2) has engaged in fitness sports; first, prepare a light-emitting unit (11), which emits light The unit (11) is arranged on one side of the athlete (2), and the light-emitting unit (11) emits one towards the athlete (2). A beam (111) of one optical pattern (1111), wherein the optical pattern (1111) is changed by being irradiated on the athlete (2); then, an image capture unit (12) is prepared, in which the image capture unit (12) is disposed on one side of the light emitting unit (11), and the image capturing unit (12) includes an optical lens (121), and a photosensitive element (122) connected to the optical lens (121), and an optical lens ( 121) is to capture the image of the athlete (2) and the optical pattern (1111) on the body to form an image on the photosensitive element (122); then, prepare an image processing unit (13), where the image processing unit (13) includes a A receiving module (131) electrically connected to the image capturing unit (12), and a judgment module (132) electrically connected to the receiving module (131). The receiving module (131) is a receiving image capturing unit (12) The captured image is passed to the judgment module (132). The judgment module (132) detects the change of the optical pattern (1111) in the image according to the fitness exercise selected by the athlete (2). When the change of the optical pattern (1111) meets the rules of the fitness sport, the judgment module (132) transmits a signal; finally, prepare a plan Sub-unit (14), where the counting unit (14) is an electrical connection judgment module (132), and the counting unit (14) receives the signals transmitted by the judgment module (132) and performs sports (2) to engage in fitness Cumulative count of the number of sports events; after the hardware setup is completed, the athlete (2) can activate the power of the fitness exercise detection system (1) placed in front of his head and stored in the image processing unit (13) The built-in selection module (133) selects the fitness exercise for the push-up, and the light-emitting unit (11) emits an infrared beam (111) including an optical pattern (1111) toward the athlete (2). , And the image capturing unit (12) located on one side of the light emitting unit (11) also uses the built-in optical lens (121) to capture the image of the athlete (2) and the optical pattern (1111) on the photosensitive element (122) is imaged and then passed to the image processing unit (13), and the built-in receiving module (131) of the image processing unit (13) receives the image and then passes it to the judgment module (132), that is, when the athlete ( 2) The image of the athlete (2) captured by the optical lens (121) when the elbows of both hands are straightened and protruded on the ground during the pushup It is located above the position of the light spot (11111) variant phylogenetic shape When the athlete (2) bends his elbows and moves his body downwards, the light spot (11111) at the lower position will cause a change in shape. When the judgment module (132) detects At this point, when it is judged that it meets the rules of Voltup's fitness exercise, it will send a signal to the counting unit (14). The counting unit (14) is a count of the athletes (2) engaged in Voltupping's fitness exercise. ; The fitness exercise detection system (1) of the present invention can indeed achieve counting applicable to a variety of fitness sports, continuously correcting the movements of the exerciser (2), increasing the effectiveness of the fitness exercise, and avoiding the number of times that the exerciser (2) avoids counting Increases the burden of exercise, and the main advantages of portability.

As can be seen from the foregoing implementation description, compared with the prior art, the fitness motion detection system of the present invention has the following advantages:

1. The fitness exercise detection system of the present invention is mainly based on the optical design emitted by the light emitting unit and the hardware design of the image capture unit, and uses the image to visually detect the optical pattern on the body caused by the athlete during the exercise. Shape changes and other methods, combined with pre-set fitness sports rules, can effectively count the number of times that athletes engage in fitness sports, and indeed achieve a count that can be applied to a variety of fitness sports, continuously correct the movements of athletes, and increase the effectiveness of fitness sports The main advantages of avoiding counting the number of scruples and increasing the burden of exercise, and the convenience of carrying.

2. The fitness exercise detection system of the present invention mainly uses the image capturing unit of the camera to detect the shape change of the optical pattern, and also captures the image of the athlete engaged in fitness exercises, so that the athlete can perform fitness exercises. At the same time or after finishing, through the capture and analysis of the image to know whether their movements meet the standards, it indeed achieves the main advantages of continuously correcting the movement of the athletes engaged in fitness sports and achieving the results of fitness sports.

To sum up, the fitness exercise detection system of the present invention can indeed use the above The disclosed embodiments have achieved the intended use effect, and the invention has not been disclosed before the application, and it has fully complied with the requirements and requirements of the Patent Law. I filed an application for an invention patent in accordance with the law, and I urge you to examine it and grant the patent.

However, the illustrations and descriptions disclosed above are only preferred embodiments of the present invention, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention. Anyone who is familiar with the technology, according to the characteristic scope of the present invention, makes other Equivalent changes or modifications should be regarded as not departing from the design scope of the present invention.

Claims (11)

A fitness exercise detection system is provided for an athlete to select at least one fitness exercise and to count the number of times the athlete has engaged in the fitness exercise. The fitness exercise detection system includes at least: a light-emitting unit, which is provided. On one side of the athlete, the light emitting unit emits a light beam including at least one optical pattern toward the athlete, wherein the optical pattern is changed by irradiating the athlete; an image capturing unit, The image capturing unit includes an optical lens and a photosensitive element connected to the optical lens. The optical lens captures an image of the athlete and an optical pattern on the photosensitive body. Imaging on the component; an image processing unit includes a receiving module electrically connected to the image capturing unit, and a judgment module electrically connected to the receiving module, the receiving module receives the image capturing The image captured by the unit is passed to the judgment module, and the judgment module detects the image according to the fitness exercise selected by the athlete. The change of the optical pattern, when the change of the optical pattern meets the rules of the fitness sport, the judgment module transmits a signal; and a counting unit, which is electrically connected to the judgment module, the counting The unit receives the signals transmitted by the determination module and counts the number of times the athlete has engaged in the fitness exercise. The fitness exercise detection system according to item 1 of the scope of patent application, wherein the fitness exercise detection system is further supported by a support frame. The fitness exercise detection system according to item 1 of the scope of patent application, wherein the fitness exercise item is one of push-ups, sit-ups, open-close jumps, squats, weightlifting, horizontal bars or skipping ropes. The fitness exercise detection system according to item 1 of the scope of patent application, wherein the fitness exercise detection system is further provided with a display unit electrically connected to the image capturing unit and the counting unit, and the display unit displays The image captured by the image capturing unit and the counting result of the counting unit. The fitness exercise detection system according to item 1 of the patent application scope, wherein the light emitting unit is one of a light emitting diode, a laser diode, or a light emitting element for outputting a light beam. The fitness motion detection system according to item 1 of the scope of patent application, wherein the optical pattern is one of a plurality of light spots, a plurality of straight lines, or a grid. The fitness motion detection system according to item 6 of the patent application range, wherein the wavelength of the optical pattern is between 650 nm and 1000 nm. The fitness motion detection system according to item 1 of the patent application scope, wherein the optical lens is one of a fisheye lens, a wide-angle lens, or a standard lens. The fitness exercise detection system according to item 1 of the patent application scope, wherein the photosensitive element is one of a photoelectric coupling element or a complementary metal oxide semiconductor. According to the fitness exercise detection system described in item 1 of the scope of patent application, the image processing unit is further provided with a selection module electrically connected to the judgment module, and the selection module is provided for the athlete to select the fitness exercise And the judgment module detects whether the change of the optical pattern in the image conforms to the rules of the fitness sport according to the fitness sport selected by the athlete. The fitness exercise detection system according to item 1 of the scope of patent application, wherein the counting unit is an electronic counter.