Analysis demonstrates significant correlation of turn radius and skiing time in elite sit-ski athletes, suggesting optimized performance in alpine skiing.
Key Points
This research aims to analyze sit-ski alpine skiing trajectories using an inverted pendulum model.
Data collected from 11 elite sit-ski athletes during gate-turning phases
Utilized inertial sensors for accuracy and drone video analysis for measurement validation
Analyzed 33 gate turns for distance and time metrics
Found a significant positive correlation between skiing time and minimum distance
Simulated trajectory length was shorter than actual values, showing consistency in modeling
Optimizing turning radius and speed resulted in reduced skiing time