High Tech Slalom Ski Training


	High Tech Slalom Ski Training
rj3sp
7-19-2008 11:29 AM
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ski motion, sensors, slalom, sport, biomechanics
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A new motion capture system using a network of sensors to detect high speed movement can help skiers to improve their downhill slalom racing techniques
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