Contemporary advances in polymer applications for sporting goods: fundamentals, properties, and applications
| dc.contributor.author | Li, Qingyao | |
| dc.contributor.author | Ahmed, Iftikhar | |
| dc.contributor.author | Minh Ngoc, Phan | |
| dc.contributor.author | ETAL.. | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2025-09-16T06:45:46Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2025-09-16T06:45:46Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2024 | |
| dc.description | Sports serve as a window into scientific and technological progress, reflecting the accomplishments of a country in these fields. The improvement of athletes' performance is significantly influenced by developments in material technology. Modern sports evolved from natural, straightforward tools and activities to high-tech, cutting-edge tools, facilities, and activities.6 The majority of sporting goods in the past were constructed of wood and metal, which were cumbersome, heavy, and poorly designed. There is now sporting equipment that is sturdy, lightweight, and long-lasting thanks to new polymer materials. The performance of athletes has been aided by the use of sports apparel composed of breathable material for simple respiration and temperature regulation. | |
| dc.description.abstract | Polymers have transformed sportswear, bringing forth a new age of innovation. Because of these flexible materials, athletes in many disciplines benefit from lighter, more durable gear. Polymers significantly improve sports performance, ranging from carbon-fiber tennis rackets that increase power to cushioning polymers that reduce joint impact in running shoes. This review provides a basic understanding of polymers, classifications, and their potential role in sporting goods. It also explores lightweight design, impact resistance, and even smart sports gear. Further, the fabrication procedures of various polymer matrix composites have been explored for sporting goods applications. However, this work briefly discussed the challenges and limitations associated with polymers in sports goods, including cost considerations, durability, longevity, and regulatory compliance. It provides insight into future developments in this field as well as the multifaceted role of polymers in sports goods. keywords: Design impact, Flexible materials, Fundamental properties, Lightweight design, New age, Polymer applications, Power, Running shoes, Sport performance, Tennis rackets | |
| dc.identifier.citation | Li, Q., Ahmed, I., Ngoc, P. M., Hoa, T. P., Dieu, T. V., Irshad, M. S., ... & Dao, V. D. (2024). Contemporary advances in polymer applications for sporting goods: fundamentals, properties, and applications. RSC advances, 14(50), 37445-37469. | |
| dc.identifier.doi | https://doi.org/0.1039/d4ra06544a | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://repository.adu.ac.ae/handle/1/7471 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Royal Society of Chemistry | |
| dc.title | Contemporary advances in polymer applications for sporting goods: fundamentals, properties, and applications | |
| dc.type | Other |