AS: Movement Analysis (Technology)

Question 1

What are the 3 types of movement analysis we have looked at?

Answer 1

Limb kinematics
Force plates
Wind tunnels

Question 2

Definition of limb kinematics:

Answer 2

Study of movement in relation to time and space

Question 3

Definition of force plates:

Answer 3

Ground reaction forces are measured in labs using force plates

Question 4

Definition of wind tunnels:

Answer 4

Steel frame building where artificial wind is produced by fans

Question 5

Use of limb kinematics

Answer 5

Sensors placed on limbs to analyse movement and evaluate efficiency of the movement through computer programming

Question 6

Use of force plates

Answer 6

Can analyse the force produced in a run/jump by an athlete, as well as looking at technique and power output
Also used in therapy and rehab

Question 7

Use of wind tunnels

Answer 7

Can test for aerodynamic properties in different environmental conditions
Can also potentially increase lift or reduce drag

Question 8

Practical examples for limb kinematics use:

Answer 8

Computer games (2K, FIFA)
Golf swings

Question 9

Practical examples for force plates use:

Answer 9

Long jump

Question 10

Practical examples for wind tunnels use:

Answer 10

Sprinting

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