Science of the Winter Olympics - Suit Up

The video explores the evolution of competition clothing for athletes, focusing on how science and technology enhance performance. It highlights the role of polymers in creating aerodynamic suits that reduce drag. The video also discusses the engineering of materials like spandex and Kevlar for sports equipment. It explains how design features, such as surface texture and body position, impact speed and performance in sports like speed skating and ski jumping.

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