Analysis Technology Flashcards
What are the three types of analysis technology?
- Limb Kinematics
- Force Plates
- Wind Tunnels
What are limb kinematics?
Study of movement in relation to time and movement
How are limb kinematics used?
- 3D motion technology records an athlete performing movement
- Markers are placed on major landmarks
- Computer software creates a digital image
Why are limb kinematics used?
- To improve joint and limb efficiency
- Compare incorrect technique to correct technique
Why are limb kinematics not always suitable?
- They do not cater for individual differences
- Highly specialised and expensive equipment
What are force plates?
- Rectangular metal plates
- Force transducers
- Measure ground reaction force in labs
Why are force plates used?
They are used to assess:
-size and direction of forces
- acceleration rates
What are force plates used for?
- Sports Biomechanics Assessment
- Gait Analysis
- Balance
Why are force plates good?
Immediate, accurate and reliable results
Why are force plates bad?
Expensive, inaccessible and require training
What are wind tunnels used for?
To measure aerodynamics
How long is McLaren’s wind tunnel?
145m long
What do wind tunnels develop?
Drag reduction
What makes wind tunnels effective?
They have tight control on environmental areas to measure air resistance and flow
What is a drawback of wind tunnels?
They are specialised facilities and cost millions, shown in McLaren’s £3M tunnel
