Sports engineering and technology have been essential in transforming athletic performance, equipment design, injury prevention, and spectator engagement. This paper examines the interdisciplinary advancements that merge engineering principles with sports science to improve both elite and casual sports experiences. Significant advancements encompass improvements in materials science for equipment enhancement, biomechanics for performance evaluation, wearable technology for instantaneous monitoring, and data analytics for informed decision-making. Moreover, nascent technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and virtual reality are transforming training methodologies and spectator experiences. The assessment underscores the issues associated with ethical considerations, accessibility, and preserving the integrity of competition. This study highlights the essential influence of engineering and technology on the ongoing advancement of sports by analysing present trends.
Prasad et al. (2025) studied this question.