This KMS is a
computerised system for testing and training athletes and patients.
An inexpensive yet powerful tool for
clinical
assessment and rehabilitation. Based on millisecond
timing of events using light switches and contact mats. KMS
can be used to measure
agility,
anaerobic power,
cutting
speed, sprint speed, jump height and power, contact time,
foot speed, gait timings, interval training,
functional
capacity etc.. A detailed discussion of the advantages
of the KMS over other timing systems on the market can be viewed
by
clicking here.
Key Benefits
- Turns any Windows compatible computer
into a sophisticated timing system for performance testing
- Inexpensive and comprehensive
measurement system that has no equal
- Computer accuracy in time measurement
- Instant feedback for the athlete
during training and testing
- All test results can be imported into
wordprocessor or spreadsheet programs for professional reporting and collation of test
results
- Utilizes your existing investment in
your computer rather than requiring you to purchase a dedicated timing device which has no
other use
- Effectively overcomes the problems of switch
bounce and false signals which plague all other timing systems.
If you would like to see a demonstration
of False Signal Processing in operation.
Why choose KMS?
The
Kinematics Measuring System is a computer based system for measuring a
large range of human performances. These include:
Consider the following operating advantages that only the Kinematics Measurement System provides:
We live in a World where Laptop & Desktop computers are common so we developed a system for use on any PC that:
Operates under Windows 95 / 98 and Windows 2000 & all later Windows versions
Unlimited performance & / or data storing of all tests.
Uses Microsoft Excel & Word therefore…
You now have access to your Computers accuracy in time measurement
You also now have the RAM capacity of your PC (normally 32 Mg or greater,) which is at your disposal too so why not use these powerful resources? No microprocessor timing system can compete with your own PC on RAM capacity, the software intelligence or the online software support of the KMS hence…
This smarter KMS software saves on hardware costs. For examples click here
Instant feedback (even audio if your PC has a sound card fitted,) for all athletes during training and testing. You can pick up the audio out plug connection signal on your PC to amplify the audio signal.
Operating this Windows KMS is EASY
When all the below Benefits & Features are analyzed, then one
must conclude that other sports timing (speed light,) system can
compete with this unique state of the art Kinematics Measurement
System in any of these user friendly areas:
- Just open the KMS program.
- Go to the top pull down Menu.
- Open up and insert Subject data.
- Open up & set your timing and test parameters
- On timing light tests even dual beam systems are now technically obsolete. No need for dual beam speed lights with this smarter KMS software Dual beam systems can be supplied with this KMS set up but why waste money on 2 speed lights per gate when 1 speed light works better with our smarter software. For details click here.
- Automatic recording of all data in easy to read, Rich Text Files (RTF) document which you also open just like any with any other Windows program i.e. File Open
- All tests can be clicked, copied & pasted to any open RTF document & copied & pasted to any say Excel file all from the 1 x open KMS Program Window on your PC.
- Then you have the full capacity of Excel at your disposal (i.e. Graphics, data storage, retrieval etc.)
- All ongoing KMS software programs can be automatically downloaded & upgraded at any time from this web site
Why not use your PC as Kinematics Measurement System? All
you need is:
- Our software smart Kinematics Measurement System software program it comes with an on screen switch to use to simulate and run all the test functions later, which we can supply any time.
- Inexpensive, compatible timing lights, pressure contact mats, interconnecting cables, plugs, fittings all of which we tailor to suit your specific requirements.
- How many timing light sets are needed determines the price of supplying any tailored KMS package.
New KMS 4 Gate Porta Kit which includes:
DOWNLOAD a fully functional trial version of the KMS Software
DOWNLOAD the
KMS User Guide in Word 97 format.
Now you can expand your system as your
finances permit with the addition of infra red timing lights (single or dual beam),
starting gun switches, hand or foot switches etc.. An extensive
range of compatible
equipment is available.
Free introduction into the KMS Software
The fully functional KMS program can be downloaded for your free trial and testing. If you wish to purchase the software then please follow the registration instructions displayed when the program is first run. Once you register we will email or fax your registration code out to you. On entering this code into the KMS program, you will have a fully functional, registered version for your continued use.
Usually, switch inputs are provided by the various hardware that we supply. So that you can trial the software, we have simulated the switch inputs with an on screen switch. When you run any of the tests, clicking the right mouse button on that switch. It will provide the same results as would be obtained from a person running through the timing lights or jumping on the contact mat.
Please feel free to download the User Guide as well to assist you in becoming familiar with the Kinematics Measurement System.
Most professional fitness coaches opt for the KMS Pro model type set-up as described above.
However even the KMS Basic model is fully expandable. Add as many timing gates, contact mats, plugs, cables & connections etc. that are required to achieve the required tests.
The simple fact is that if you can’t measure performance outputs, you can’t quantify any improvements that result from successful training programs either.
i.e. If you can’t measure it you can’t manage it!
However, that does not mean that such quantification need be complex or expensive!
What our trial KMS Software package provides is quite capable of simulating (via the on screen switch,) any athletes’ power outputs for vertical jumps, loaded jump squats plus all ‘contact’ & ‘run’ menu options.
Clinical Assessment and Rehabilitation
Clinical Assessment and Rehabilitation using the Kinematic Measurement System
The KMS can be used as an inexpensive yet
powerful tool for clinical assessment and rehabilitation of patients. A
discussion of this application can be found on our Clinical
Assessment and Rehabilitation page
Educational Resources
KMS Related Research Papers
Teaching Laboratories for Exercise Science
The
KMS can be used as a very inexpensive teaching tool for the exercise
sciences. Below you will find links to three tutorials which demonstrate key aspects of human performance:
Laboratory 1 Stretch Shorten Cycle Capacity
Laboratory 2 Load Velocity Power Relationship
Laboratory 3 Biomechanics of Plyometric Training
Reference List
Kinematic Smart - Trial
