The Making of the Ultimate Bodysuit: Ian Thorpe and the Adidas Jet Concept

The video discusses the development of the Adidas Jet concept bodysuit, a result of a three-year collaboration aimed at enhancing swimming performance. The suit employs riblet technology to reduce drag, a significant factor in swimming speed. The Adidas Innovation team faced challenges in design, particularly in fluid dynamics and material flexibility. Testing involved wind tunnels and real-world trials with elite swimmers, including Ian Thorpe. Feedback led to adjustments in riblet positioning and material elasticity, ultimately improving the suit's performance.

What challenges did the team face when trying to shape the silicon riblets?

What feedback did Ian Thorpe provide after testing the prototype suit?

In what ways did the Adidas team improve the suit based on testing results?