Simulation Modelling

Question 1

Definition of a simulation model

Answer 1

A simulation model is an example of forwards dynamics where we calculate movement from given forces. This model is a simplified representation of the physical system under study.

Question 2

What 3 components can be varied to get a different outcome?

Answer 2

Muscle strength
Approach characteristics
Muscle activation

Question 3

What can we include to make the model subject-specific?

Answer 3

Segmental inertias
Torque generators
Look into surrounding environment

Question 4

Why do we compare the model and athlete prior to our optimisations?

Answer 4

To ensure the model can do everything the athlete can do?

Question 5

What two things are compared when the model and athlete complete the skill?

Answer 5

Momentum
Angles

Question 6

Typically, what isn’t a limiting factor in simulation models?

Answer 6

Strength

Question 7

State 3 advantages of simulation modelling.

Answer 7

Complete control

Perfect experiment (only one variable changes between optimisations)

Multiple simulations can be ran without exhaustion from model

Question 8

State 3 disadvantages of simulation modelling.

Answer 8

Expensive/Not easily accessible/Time-consuming

Difficult to compute and programme

May not be realistic to the athlete