Smart Clothes That Track Your Moves Just Got More Accurate
New research shows knitted sensors can precisely measure your joint angles for fitness and health.
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Key Points
- Knitted strain sensors can measure joint angles, useful for fitness and rehab.
- The knit pattern affects accuracy; understanding it reduces errors.
- This could lead to comfortable smart clothing for health tracking.
Why It Matters
Future smart clothes could precisely track your movements for better health and fitness.