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How Ski Jumpers Keep Flying Farther - Cheddar Explains
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February 7, 2022
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8:37Now PlayingEvery few years, the Olympics roll around to prove that, yes, the world’s best athletes can jump farther, swim faster, and generally crush records that would’ve been impossible just a few decades ago. Take ski jumping - the world record has increased by well over 200 meters in fewer than 100 years. Responsible for this is a lot of intentional engineering of equipment and hills, but perhaps the biggest change is thanks to one act of human daring. Watch to find out how!
Further reading:
Olympics.com
Ski Jumping Hill Archive
The New York Times
Sports Medicine
The International Ski Federation
Scientific American
Smithsonian Science Education Center
Sports Engineering [journal]
USA Nordic Sport
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