Human Motorics Research Laboratory

In 2008, the Human Motorics Research Laboratory (referred to as HMRL) was established at Klaipėda University Faculty of Physical Education under the Department of Physical Education. In 2010, as part of the project "Renewal of IT Infrastructure and Basic Equipment for Humanities, Social Sciences, and Arts Studies at Klaipėda University," the laboratory's equipment and premises were upgraded. Keeping up with modern trends in sports science, HMRL's equipment is updated annually, enabling research on physical development, physical capacity, physical fitness, and physical activity.

HMRL equipment is used for scientific research and for developing students' research competencies. Additionally, the equipment is utilized to assess the physical development, capacity, and activity of Klaipėda city and district residents, as well as for testing young athletes' physical fitness.

At HMRL, weight and height measurements are conducted, body mass index (BMI) is determined, and comprehensive body composition analysis is performed using the IOI353 body composition analyzer. Anthropometric and physiometric measurements are also conducted, including grip strength tests for fingers, hands, legs, and back using analog and digital dynamometers. The Functional Movement Screening (FMS) system is used to assess the quality of primary or fundamental movements, movement control during execution, and movement integrity.

• IOI353 Body Composition Analyser: Determines weight (kg), height (cm), standard weight (kg), lean body mass (kg), body fat mass (kg/%), muscle mass (kg), mineral mass (kg), total body water mass (kg), protein mass (kg), BMI (kg/m), basal metabolic rate (kcal), recommended daily kcal intake, biological age (years), segmental muscle and fat analysis (kg), and waist-to-hip ratio (metabolic syndrome indicator).
• RA-1 Reaction Meter: Measures reaction time to visual or auditory stimuli and assesses the speed of psychomotor reactions in the central nervous system (CNS).
• Vienna Test System (VTS): A computerized system for conducting various psychodiagnostic tests, including:
  • Reactive Stress Tolerance (DT) Test: Evaluates the subject's ability to respond quickly and accurately under stressful conditions.
  • Reaction Test (RT): Measures reaction speed and motor response accuracy to one or multiple stimuli.
  • Focused Attention (SIGNAL) Test: Assesses long-term focused attention and the ability to isolate and analyze relevant stimuli while ignoring distractions.
  • Work Attitude (AHA) Test: Examines cognitive impulsivity/reflexivity and motivational factors such as aspiration levels, performance motivation, and frustration tolerance.
• WITTY Sprint Timer: A wireless system for evaluating running parameters, consisting of a control unit, two optical sensors with tripods, a charger, a USB cable, and software. Data is transmitted in real-time to the control unit and can be transferred to a computer for further analysis.
• WITTY SEM System: Assesses simple agility (ability to change movement direction or speed quickly) and reactive agility (rapid full-body movement in response to an unknown stimulus). It consists of a 7x5 LED screen that displays different symbols and colors, integrated with motion sensors to conduct reaction and agility tests.
• OPTOJUMP Jump Analysis System: Evaluates vertical jump height, flight and contact times, reaction time, force, and frequency. The modular setup allows for long jump analysis, gait and running evaluation (speed, acceleration, stride length, and time), and movement pattern assessment.