Multi-Criteria Analysis of Biomechanical Parameters Used for Developing Innovative Products

The article presents the methodology and results of a fieldwork study conducted in order to evaluate the biomechanical parameters, anthropometric and demographic data of elderly people. Old people are nowadays a growing and significant age group. Despite their specific needs, they are currently constrained to accept the mass footwear that they are offered. Because of their foot deformities, their biomechanical characteristics are different than the rest of the population, and constitute important indicators for a better understanding and analysis of their particular necessities. The research problem aimed at investigating the biomechanical parameters of the elderly people in Romania using the force platform. These measurements can then be translated into constructive parameters for customized footwear design. The research used a force platform hi-tech device to measure different biomechanical indicators of elderly people. The results indicate that the weight of the elderly women and with their health conditions are correlated with the ground force reaction components.