High-precision foot-shaped detection plate and footpath
By combining a high-density array of pressure sensors with a microprocessor control motherboard, the problems of existing foot shape detection equipment being labor-intensive, expensive, and low in accuracy are solved, achieving efficient and accurate foot shape detection and customized support for shoe insoles.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202511343794.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-09-19
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-12
AI Technical Summary
Existing foot type detection methods are labor-intensive, expensive, complex to operate, and have low accuracy, making it difficult to meet the customized needs of footwear or insoles.
It employs a high-density array of pressure sensors, combined with a microprocessor control motherboard and a USB port, to collect real-time data on plantar pressure distribution, assisting in foot health assessment and footwear or insole customization.
It improves the accuracy and efficiency of foot shape detection, enabling fast and accurate foot shape detection, and supports real-time data transmission and multi-scenario adaptation.
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of biomechanical detection, and particularly relates to a high-precision foot type detection plate and a footpath. BACKGROUND
[0002] With the improvement of living standards, people pay more and more attention to foot health. Some high-incidence foot diseases affect people's normal life. Foot type detection is one of the bases for foot disease diagnosis and can be used for the customization needs of shoes or insoles. Most of the existing foot type detection methods use physical judgment, pressure testing or laser scanning, etc. Physical judgment is observed by professional personnel with naked eyes, which consumes manpower and is not accurate. Pressure testing and laser scanning require special equipment and are expensive. Such equipment is complex to operate, time-consuming to detect (e.g., > 30 seconds), lacks real-time data transmission and multi-scene adaptation capabilities, and is difficult to meet the customization needs of shoes or insoles. The pressure sensor density of traditional pressure testing equipment is low (e.g., < 10 points / cm2), which is difficult to capture the subtle pressure changes of the foot bottom, resulting in low detection accuracy. SUMMARY
[0003] The technical problem to be solved by the present application is to provide a high-precision foot type detection plate and a footpath. The detection plate and the footpath overcome the defects of traditional foot type detection, real-time collection of foot bottom pressure distribution data through arrayed pressure sensors, auxiliary acquisition of foot health evaluation, foot bottom type, gait analysis, and shoe or insole customization data, and convenient and efficient detection operation, thereby improving the foot type detection accuracy.
[0004] To solve the above technical problems, the high-precision foot type detection plate comprises a bottom plate, a PU veneer, a plurality of pressure sensors, a printed circuit board, a microprocessor control mainboard and a USB port. The microprocessor control mainboard is arranged on the bottom plate, the USB port is connected to the microprocessor control mainboard, the printed circuit board is laid on the surface of the bottom plate, the plurality of pressure sensors are arranged in an array on the printed circuit board and have a dot matrix density greater than 12 per square centimeter, the detection signals of the plurality of pressure sensors are transmitted to the microprocessor control mainboard through the printed circuit board, and the PU veneer is laid on the surface of the plurality of pressure sensors arranged in an array.
[0005] Further, the foot type detection plate further comprises a power interface, a power switch, a power indicator, a data acquisition indicator and a data transmission indicator, which are respectively arranged on the side of the bottom plate, and the power interface is connected to an external power supply, and provides working power for the microprocessor control mainboard and the plurality of pressure sensors through the power switch, the power indicator is lit when the power switch is turned on, the data acquisition indicator is lit when the microprocessor control mainboard acquires the detection signals of the plurality of pressure sensors, and the data transmission indicator is lit when the microprocessor control mainboard transmits signals to the upper computer.
[0006] Further, the foot type detection plate further comprises a program burning port, which is arranged on the side of the bottom plate and connected to the microprocessor control mainboard, and the program burning port burns the foot pressure analysis program to the microprocessor control mainboard.
[0007] Further, the periphery of the bottom plate, the PU veneer and the printed circuit board is sealed with aluminum strips, and the bottom plate and the aluminum strips are fastened with screws.
[0008] Further, the back of the bottom plate is provided with a non-slip pad.
[0009] A high-precision foot type detection walkway based on the above high-precision foot type detection plate comprises a foot type detection plate, a plurality of data acquisition plates and a slope guide plate, the foot type detection plate and the plurality of data acquisition plates are connected in sequence with hinges, the slope guide plate is arranged at both ends of the foot type detection plate and the plurality of data acquisition plates, the data acquisition plate comprises a bottom plate, a PU veneer, a plurality of pressure sensors and a printed circuit board, the printed circuit board is laid on the surface of the bottom plate, the plurality of pressure sensors are arranged in an array on the printed circuit board and have a dot matrix density greater than 12 per square centimeter, the PU veneer is laid on the surface of the plurality of pressure sensors arranged in an array, and the detection signals of the plurality of pressure sensors of adjacent data acquisition plates are transmitted to the microprocessor control mainboard of the foot type detection plate through a cascade interface.
[0010] Further, the cascade interface is arranged on the side of the bottom plate of each data acquisition plate. Because the high-precision foot type detection board and walkway of this invention adopt the above-mentioned technical solution, namely, the microprocessor control motherboard of this foot type detection board is located on the base plate, the USB port is connected to the microprocessor control motherboard, the printed circuit board is laid on the surface of the base plate, several pressure sensors are arranged in an array on the printed circuit board, the detection signals of the pressure sensors are transmitted to the microprocessor control motherboard through the printed circuit board, and PU adhesive is laid on the surface of the pressure sensors. This foot type detection walkway includes a foot type detection board, several data acquisition boards, and a sloping guide plate. The foot type detection board and several data acquisition boards are connected sequentially by hinges. The sloping guide plate is located at both ends of the foot type detection board and several data acquisition boards. The detection signals of the data acquisition boards are transmitted to the microprocessor control motherboard of the foot type detection board through a cascade interface. This detection board and walkway overcome the defects of traditional foot type detection. Through the array of pressure sensors, it collects real-time foot pressure distribution data, assisting in obtaining foot health assessment, foot type, gait analysis, and footwear or insole customization data. Moreover, the detection operation is convenient and efficient, improving the accuracy of foot type detection. Attached Figure Description
[0011] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the high-precision foot detection plate structure of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing an array arrangement of several pressure sensors in this foot-type detection plate; Figure 3 for Figure 1 A diagram of the back of the building; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the high-precision foot detection walkway structure of the present invention; Figure 5 for Figure 4 A diagram of the back side. Detailed Implementation
[0012] Implementation, for example Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the high-precision foot detection plate of the present invention includes a base plate 1, a PU surface 2, a plurality of pressure sensors 3, a printed circuit board 4, a microprocessor control motherboard 5, and a USB port 6. The microprocessor control motherboard 5 is disposed on the base plate 1, and the USB port 6 is connected to the microprocessor control motherboard 5. The printed circuit board 4 is laid on the surface of the base plate 1. The plurality of pressure sensors 3 are arranged in an array on the printed circuit board 4 with a dot density greater than 12 sensors / square centimeter. The detection signals of the plurality of pressure sensors 3 are transmitted to the microprocessor control motherboard 5 via the printed circuit board 4. The PU surface 2 is laid on the surface of the plurality of pressure sensors 3 arranged in an array.
[0013] Preferably, the foot-type detection board further includes a power interface 11, a power switch 12, a power indicator light 13, a data acquisition indicator light 14, and a data transmission indicator light 15. The power interface 11, power switch 12, power indicator light 13, data acquisition indicator light 14, and data transmission indicator light 15 are respectively located on the side of the base plate 1. The power interface 11 is connected to an external power supply and provides working power to the microprocessor control motherboard 5 and several pressure sensors 3 via the power switch 12. The power indicator light 13 is lit when the power switch 12 is turned on. The data acquisition indicator light 14 is lit when the microprocessor control motherboard 5 acquires detection signals from several pressure sensors 3. The data transmission indicator light 15 is lit when the microprocessor control motherboard 5 transmits signals to the host computer.
[0014] Preferably, the foot type detection board further includes a program programming port 16, which is located on the side of the base plate 1 and connected to the microprocessor control motherboard 5. The program programming port 16 programs foot pressure analysis programs to the microprocessor control motherboard 5. By setting the program programming port, various foot pressure analysis programs with different characteristics can be programmed to the microprocessor control motherboard according to different detection needs, so as to meet the detection requirements.
[0015] Preferably, the base plate 1, PU laminate 2 and printed circuit board 4 are edge-sealed with aluminum pressure strips 17, and the base plate 1 and the aluminum pressure strips are fastened with screws 18.
[0016] Preferably, the back of the base plate 1 is provided with anti-slip pads 19 at intervals.
[0017] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, a high-precision foot shape detection track based on the aforementioned high-precision foot shape detection plate includes a foot shape detection plate 10, several data acquisition plates 20, and an inclined guide plate 30. The foot shape detection plate 10 and the several data acquisition plates 20 are connected sequentially by hinges 21. The inclined guide plate 30 is respectively disposed at both ends of the foot shape detection plate 10 and the several data acquisition plates 20. The data acquisition plate 20 includes a base plate, a PU surface, several pressure sensors, and a printed circuit board. The printed circuit board is laid on the surface of the base plate. The several pressure sensors are arranged in an array on the printed circuit board with a dot density greater than 12 per square centimeter. The PU surface is laid on the surface of the arrayed pressure sensors. The detection signals of the several pressure sensors of adjacent data acquisition plates are transmitted to the microprocessor control motherboard 5 of the foot shape detection plate 10 via a cascade interface 22.
[0018] Preferably, the cascading interface 22 is located on the side of the base plate of each data acquisition board 20.
[0019] The pressure sensor in this foot type detection plate is a 4096-level pressure sensitivity sensor with a dot density of more than 12 per square centimeter, which can capture micro-pressure changes (such as risk points for diabetic foot ulcers); the array layout of the pressure sensor forms a 3D pressure grid, and simultaneously generates 2D / 3D plantar pressure distribution maps.
[0020] The USB port enables high-speed data transmission; the power indicator, data acquisition indicator, and data transmission indicator use green, yellow, and red three-color LED indicators, with green indicating normal operation, yellow indicating data abnormality, and red indicating hardware failure, providing real-time status feedback.
[0021] The main body of this foot-type detection plate features an anti-slip frame design, a built-in pressure sensor array, and a microprocessor control motherboard integrated into the base plate, which connects to a USB port to transmit detection data; a three-color LED indicator is embedded in the side edge of the base plate.
[0022] This foot type detection board and track can perform static and dynamic detection modes respectively. In static mode, the arch index, foot length / width, and pressure balance can be calculated in 3 seconds to assist in the diagnosis of flat feet / high arches. In dynamic mode, gait analysis can be performed in real time to capture the peak pressure points during walking for sports injury prevention.
[0023] The walkway uses cascaded data acquisition boards and foot type detection boards connected in series. The data acquisition boards use cascaded interfaces to connect the pressure sensor detection signals and finally transmit them to the microprocessor control motherboard of the foot type detection board for dynamic mode detection. The cascaded mode can be 1+1, 1+2 or 1+3 cascades of data acquisition boards and foot type detection boards to adapt to various detection environments and detection needs.
[0024] The application of this foot type detection board and walkway increases detection efficiency by 300%, and can output a complete detection report (including pressure heat map, foot type classification, and health advice) within 10 seconds, with an accuracy rate of >95%. The array of pressure sensors identifies abnormal points through micro-current / voltage changes, improving detection accuracy.
[0025] During foot type detection, the user stands on the foot type detection board / walks on the path. The pressure sensor array collects pressure data, selects the detection mode, generates arch index / foot type parameters through static detection, and analyzes the pressure trajectory of the gait cycle through dynamic detection. The collected pressure data is transmitted to the microprocessor control motherboard via the printed circuit board. The microprocessor control motherboard generates a detection report through the foot pressure analysis program and outputs it to the host computer via the USB port. In practical applications, place the foot type detection board on a level, stable surface, ensuring the detection board and board surface are clean and free of debris. Connect the foot type detection board to the host computer using a USB data cable, turn on the power switch, and wait for the system to start. After powering on, the foot type detection board performs a power-on self-test. After the self-test is complete, it enters standby mode. In static mode, the subject removes their shoes and stands on the foot type detection board, maintaining a natural standing posture. The data acquisition indicator light flashes to indicate the start of pressure data acquisition. Maintain a still state for 10-15 seconds or complete the actions required for testing. Avoid body shaking during data acquisition. The acquired pressure data is transmitted via the printed circuit board to the microprocessor control motherboard. The microprocessor control motherboard uses its built-in foot pressure analysis program to generate a foot type detection report and transmits the acquired pressure data and foot detection report to the host computer for storage and printing via the USB port. During this process, the data transmission indicator light flashes; after the transmission is complete, the flashing stops and the light remains constantly on. During dynamic mode detection, the subject stands barefoot on the inclined guide plate at the front of the trail and walks along several cascaded data acquisition plates and foot shape detection plates to the inclined guide plate at the end of the trail. During this process, the pressure data collected by the cascaded data acquisition plates and foot shape detection plates are transmitted to the microprocessor control motherboard. The microprocessor control motherboard obtains a gait detection report through the built-in foot pressure analysis program and transmits it to the host computer for storage and printing via USB port.
[0026] This foot type detection board and walkway can be applied in the medical field to provide risk warnings for diabetic foot ulcers and other foot diseases (identified by uneven pressure distribution); when applied to the footwear customization industry, it can generate 3D models of shoes or insoles based on foot length, width, and pressure point data to achieve a perfect match between foot type and shoes or insoles.
[0027] This high-precision foot shape detection board and walkway is a professional foot pressure data acquisition and analysis device. It adopts a high-precision sensor array to collect real-time foot pressure distribution data for applications such as foot health assessment, gait analysis, and custom shoe insoles.
Claims
1. A high-precision foot shape detection plate, characterized in that: The device includes a base plate, a PU surface, several pressure sensors, a printed circuit board, a microprocessor control motherboard, and a USB port. The microprocessor control motherboard is located on the base plate, and the USB port is connected to the microprocessor control motherboard. The printed circuit board is laid on the surface of the base plate. The several pressure sensors are arranged in an array on the printed circuit board with a dot density greater than 12 sensors per square centimeter. The detection signals of the several pressure sensors are transmitted to the microprocessor control motherboard via the printed circuit board. The PU surface is laid on the surface of the arrayed pressure sensors.
2. The high-precision foot detection plate according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a power interface, a power switch, a power indicator light, a data acquisition indicator light, and a data transmission indicator light. The power interface, power switch, power indicator light, data acquisition indicator light, and data transmission indicator light are respectively located on the side of the base plate. The power interface is connected to an external power source and provides operating power to the microprocessor control motherboard and several pressure sensors via the power switch. The power indicator light is lit when the power switch is turned on. The data acquisition indicator light is lit when the microprocessor control motherboard acquires detection signals from several pressure sensors. The data transmission indicator light is lit when the microprocessor control motherboard transmits signals to the host computer.
3. The high-precision foot detection plate according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: It also includes a program programming port, which is located on the side of the base plate and connected to the microprocessor control motherboard. The program programming port programs the foot pressure analysis program to the microprocessor control motherboard.
4. The high-precision foot detection plate according to claim 3, characterized in that: The base plate, PU veneer, and printed circuit board are edged with aluminum strips, and the base plate is fastened to the aluminum strips with screws.
5. The high-precision foot detection plate according to claim 3, characterized in that: The back of the base plate is provided with anti-slip pads at intervals.
6. A high-precision foot detection track based on the high-precision foot detection plate according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The device includes a foot shape detection plate, several data acquisition plates, and a beveled guide plate. The foot shape detection plate and the several data acquisition plates are connected sequentially by hinges. The beveled guide plates are respectively disposed at both ends of the foot shape detection plate and the several data acquisition plates. The data acquisition plate includes a base plate, a PU surface, several pressure sensors, and a printed circuit board. The printed circuit board is laid on the surface of the base plate. The several pressure sensors are arranged in an array on the printed circuit board with a dot density greater than 12 sensors / square centimeter. The PU surface is laid on the surface of the arrayed pressure sensors. The detection signals of the several pressure sensors of adjacent data acquisition plates are transmitted to the microprocessor control motherboard of the foot shape detection plate through a cascade interface.
7. The high-precision foot detection walkway according to claim 6, characterized in that: The cascading interface is located on the side of the base plate of each data acquisition board.