Technology Flashcards
Meaning of prosthetic
artificial device that substitutes or supplements a defective part of the body
give an example of a prosthetic
‘Springlite’ prosthesis has been created for athletes who have lost a lower limb. It acts as a springboard, to aid the running action.
what is a hypoxic chamber
sealed room that simulates ^ altitude
Name 5 characteristics of sport modern technology has improved
-access
-facilities
-equipment
-monitoring of exercise
-safety
Name 2 ways modern technology has limited/ reduced participation
-cost of equipment & facilities = ^
(expesive equipment -> inequalities for elite & recreational performers)
-range of alternatives to sport (games consoles, computers -> sedentary lifestyle, less likely to play sport
Name 5 ways modern technology has had an influence on producing fair results/ outcomes
-more accurate decision making (hawk-eye in tennis -> camera system that records ball trajectory) - tennis
-better timing devices (video-replay in basketball ensures players shoot in allotted time)
-improved detection of foul play
-improved detection of doping
-^ accountability of officials
Name 3 ways modern technology decreases fair outcomes
-pressure on officials due to exposure of their decisions -> judgement -> ^ anxiety
-PED testing tech can’t keep up with new doping methods
-access to modern tech can be limited (developing countries)
Name 4 eays modern technology increases entertainment
-action replays
-slow motion tech
-live sport events -> giant screens show action & replays
-multiple camera angles
Name 2 ways modern technology decreases entertainment
-interruption & delay due to pundits
-reduce live attendances
How has modern technology improved accessibility
access to buildings e.g. buildings can be modified to make them wheelchair accessible and specialised equipment such as swimming pool hoists have aided pool access
How has modern technology improved facilities
improved sports surfaces and artificial lighting - offering greater opportunity to play
How has modern technology improved equipment
sports equiment is lighter and more durable (composite in tennis rackets) -> improved performance
improved design e.g. in trainers, sports shoes
development of hypoxic chamber
-> makes training & performancemore intense & safer
how has modern technology improved testing
lab based testing used to identify the performers strengths and weaknesses
- can monitor their progress and assess the effectiveness of their training or exercise routines e.g. test runners on a treadmill, cyclists on a static bike
- can test VO2 max and lactate threshold
Give an example of how modern technology allows performers to monitor their exercise
-heart rate monitors (fitbits) show exercise & cals burned
-can show improvements to health
-reminds you to exercise
