Usage of Wireless Myon 320 Surface Electromyography (sEMG) System in Recording Motorcyclist Muscle Activities on Real Roads: A Case Study

摘要

This case study was conducted to determine signal transfer challenges and limitations that researchers tend to experience while using a wireless Myon 320 sEMG system during a real on-road motorcycle riding experiment. Eight muscle groups were evaluated bilaterally involving: upper trapezius (T), triceps brachii (TB), erector spinae (ES), latissimus dorsi (LD), extensor carpi radialis (ECR), sternocleidomastoid (S), gastrocnemius (G) and biceps formaris (BF) muscle groups. One healthy male volunteer participated in this case study riding a 135cc motorcycle which was followed and monitored by a group of researchers in a van. Inconsistent signals were recorded and signal connections were lost a few times. Inability of maintaining the same speed and distance between the motorcycle and the van due to road and traffic conditions were also dangerous for both parties. Suggestively, minimizing these inconsistencies shall give better sEMG data. However, any procedures and experimental setup to minimize these inconsistencies should be observed carefully for the safety of all parties and other road users.