Table 3. Qualitative Comparison of the Three Methods.
SSCM | ICM | ICGS | |
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Approximate walking-time (one parameter) | 1 hr | 8 min | 1 hr |
Requires real-time energetic data | No | No | Yes |
Requires real-time parameter variation | No | Yes | Yes |
Type of minimum identified | Global | Global | Local |
Assumes shape of cost function | Yes | Yes | No |
Time constant sensitivity | Very low | High | Moderate |
Usefulness with many coupled parameters | Very Low | Limited | High |
Allows for dynamic subject adaptation | No | No | Yes |