Institute for Advanced Biomechanics and Motion Studies

Institute for Advanced Biomechanics and Motion Studies

Welcome at the Institute for Advanced Biomechanics and Motion Studies

The Institute for Advanced Biomechanics and Motion Studies (IBMS) conducts research and development in the field of biomechanics with a focus on the complex analysis of human movement and physical load. Key areas of research include the prevention of falls, the optimisation of joint loading and the improvement of human-technology interaction. In addition, more complex biomechanical movements and loads in a sporting context are analysed with a focus on performance enhancement, injury prevention and rehabilitation. Furthermore, the development of methods for movement analysis outside of laboratory situations, functional statistics and the production and analysis of large biomechanical data sets are addressed.

The IBMS strives for interdisciplinary cooperation between professors and partnerships with regional and national companies, institutions and organisations. The aim is to promote the application and further development of technologies, conduct studies and develop solutions for new challenges together with partners.

Research of human-technology interaction

Sports biomechanics is an interdisciplinary field of research that focuses on the analysis of human movement in the context of sport and physical activity. This discipline uses biomechanical principles to develop a better understanding of human movement and its effects on performance and injury in sport. The main goals are to improve performance while preventing injuries among athletes.

During biomechanical measurements, a variety of measurement and data processing methods are executed to develop a deeper understanding of human movement and its impact on performance and injury. Using functional statistics and individual modeling of the musculoskeletal system in conjunction with automated workflows and artificial intelligence, the data is analyzed in the most accurate and efficient way possible.

Gerontological biomechanics is an interdisciplinary field of research that focuses on the mechanics of the human body as it ages. Gerontology studies the biological, psychological, and social aspects of aging, while biomechanics focuses on the function and movement of the human body. Research addresses topics such as age-related changes in joints, muscles, bones, and the nervous system. It also examines the effects of disease and injury on mobility as the body gets older. This can help to better understand how to maintain and improve physical function while aging.

Equipment

The Biomechanics Laboratory at Campus West is well equipped to conduct extensive and detailed studies of human movement, sports equipment and interdisciplinary research areas. Here are some of the key pieces of equipment that are used in the lab:

  • GRAIL
  • VR glasses
  • Tobii Eye Tracker
  • Bertec treadmill
  • Force Plates
  • Qualisys measurement systems
    • Cameras (marker-based and markerless)
    • Software
  • Spirometry system
  • Electromyography system
  • Inertial measurement units
  • Light barriers

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Contact and how to get there

Postal address

Hochschule für Technik, Wirtschaft und Medien Offenburg
Institute for Advanced Biomechanics and Motion Studies
Badstr. 24
77652 Offenburg


Delivery address

HS Offenburg
Campus West
Gebäudehalle 101
Max-Planck Straße 1
77652 Offenburg