March 27, 2025
FencingDB: Image Sequence
Understanding fencing requires more than watching — it demands tools to slow down, dissect, and observe movement in detail. With this perspective, FencingDB introduces a new dataset feature: the Image Sequence, a foundational step toward data-driven analysis.
Access FencingDBWhy Image Sequences?
Video playback often moves too fast to catch every detail — especially in rapid exchanges or subtle technical actions. Image sequences solve this by providing clean, numbered frames that enable:
- Isolation of single moments with precision
- Study of transitions between actions
- Consistent reference to exact body positions
Image sequences transform fleeting movements into analyzable data, serving as the essential bridge between observation and quantification.
Use Cases
Image sequences are a versatile tool for both practical review and data-driven exploration. For the scientific and sports communities, the frame-by-frame view supports reflection, feedback, and long-term observation. It also provides a structured and consistent dataset that supports a wide range of analytical workflows, from motion reconstruction to mathematical modeling, including exploratory research.
How It Works
When available, a new button Image Sequence appears on the duel page. Clicking this button opens a viewer showing thumbnail images, each corresponding to a frame from the original video. By selecting a thumbnail, the image is displayed in full size, with navigation arrows to move forward or backward through the sequence. This makes it possible to observe each moment of the duel clearly and precisely — without relying on fast or imprecise video playback.
Foundations for Analysis
The Image Sequence feature brings structured visual data into FencingDB — a necessary step toward advanced analysis. Though simple in appearance, it enables consistent, frame-level access to duel content, supporting motion analysis and scientific study. It lays the foundation for a broader analytical framework, with additional tools to be progressively integrated.