Application of Physics in Enhancing Sports Performance and Equipment Design

Abstract

This study investigates the application of physics in enhancing sports performance and improving equipment design. It addresses the research gap in linking fundamental physical laws with measurable performance outcomes. A systematic literature review of studies from 2000–2024 was conducted using databases such as Google Scholar, ScienceDirect, and IEEE Xplore. The review focused on biomechanics, aerodynamics, torque, angular momentum, and material innovations. Findings reveal that physics-based interventions can increase performance efficiency by up to 15% in specific sports contexts while also reducing injury risk. The paper provides practical, data-driven recommendations for coaches, engineers, and sports scientists, reinforcing the requirement for interdisciplinary approaches to performance enhancement and safety optimization.

This research emphasizes the essential role of physics in sports, showing how principles like Newton’s laws of motion, friction, torque, and the Magnus effect influence athletic performance, equipment design, and injury prevention. Integrating physics into sports fosters improved results, greater safety, precision, and training efficiency, contributing to the growing body of interdisciplinary work connecting science and sports innovation.