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Werkman Black

See the unseen
Analyse and improve horse movement with motion tracking sensors in 3D

The challenge

Who knew hoof care is so sophisticated? A horse’s hoof moves in many unique ways, faster than any human can observe. A real challenge to unlock and visualise all the hidden data into a 3D representation.

Technology
  • Native Android app
  • Custom OpenGL 3D renderer
  • Advanced Bluetooth LE
  • Matlab/C++ processor
image description A Black sensor is strapped to a hoof by a farrier.

The concept

In close cooperation Appnormal created the Black app for Werkman Hoofcare. Werkman launched the first ever mobile gait analysis system for farriers. The system monitors hoof movement with use of sensors strapped to the hoof.

Data analysis

The sensors register each movement the hoof makes from start to finish gathering a huge amount of data. The data is converted into a 3D animation showing easy to interpret images. Truly valuable in customizing horse shoes for any farrier.

Of big value

But that is not where it ends. The monitoring of the movement makes it possible to detect any deviation at an early stage. Enabling owners to prevent injuries or monitor recovery closely.

See the unseen
To really unlock the unseen we built a custom Bluetooth layer that connects the sensors, reads calibration data, measurements, and more. To actually analyse the data, an advanced C model was implemented. This enables us to translate data analysis into visuals of the hoofs landing, breaks, swinging, etc. To top it off we build a custom 3D renderer that visualises measurements in 3D enabling the farrier to scroll through each step and see the hoof movements inch by inch. Unlocking the unseen!

What the user sees

  • Werkman Black Android app screenshot
  • Werkman Black Android app screenshot
  • Werkman Black Android app screenshot
  • Learn, adapt & improve

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