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Ski-jumping is a thrilling sport, hurtling down a ramp at 60 mph. Learn more in this video.

Aerial ski jumps come from three basic twisting techniques that you can try yourself.

Through advances in pool design, engineers are helping swimmers reach their maximum speed with technology designed to minimize waves.

Safety helmets are designed, constructed and tested for the safety of the athlete.

Engineering can help wheelchair athletes maximize their performances.

The long jump is one of the most technically challenging events in the decathlon, a track and field competition consisting of 10 events held over two days. In order to maximize his performance, 2008 Olympic gold medalist Bryan Clay teamed up with engineers from BMW to improve measurement of the horizontal and vertical velocities of […]

Olympic timekeeping technology must measure an athlete's performance with both accuracy and precision.

U.S. weightlifter Sarah Robles relies on an athletic mix of strength, speed and timing to help create explosive power.

Usain Bolt's stride, strength, and muscle coordination make him a biomechanical marvel.

New treadmill technology helps rehabilitate runners from injuries.