Modern Technology

Question 1

positive effects of technology in sport

Answer 1

• correct decisions/fair competition
• officials have less pressure, can communicate with each other
• accurate timings and measurement
• improved testing for feedback on training and performance
• advanced clothing and facilities
• faster rehab e.g ice baths

Question 2

negative effects on sport

Answer 2

• expensive
• unfair advantage
• officials using tech can still be wrong
• changes the nature of the sport
• breaks in play disruptive for spectators

Question 3

what factors of sport are affected by modern tech?

Answer 3

Facilities
Access
Monitoring of exercise
Equipment
Safety

Question 4

modern tech increasing participation

Answer 4

F - all weather astro
A - adapted wheelchairs
M- fitbits
E- mass production (cheaper bikes)
S - high vis/helmets

Question 5

modern tech reducing participation

Answer 5

• range of alternatives to physical activity e.g. ps5
• cost e.g. subs and gym membership fees

Question 6

what areas are impacted by modern tech

Answer 6

• elite sport
• general participation
• fairness of outcomes
• entertainment

Question 7

impact of modern tech on elite performers

Answer 7

• FAMES
• limb kinematics, force plates, velodromes, routes to excellence
• improved facilities, training methods, clothing

Question 8

modern tech increasing fair outcomes

Answer 8

• better timing devices
• increased accountability of officials
• more accurate decision making
• improved detection of foul play
• improved detection of doping

Question 9

modern tech reducing fair outcomes

Answer 9

• access to modern tech can be limited
• pressure on officials due to exposure and scrutiny of their decisions
• PED testing tech cannot keep up with new doping methods

Question 10

modern tech increasing entertainment

Answer 10

• action replays
• multiple camera angles
• slow motion tech
• improved analysis
• punditry

Question 11

modern tech decreasing entertainment

Answer 11

• interruption and delay
• reduced live attendances

Question 12

development of equipment on general participation

Answer 12

• lightweight wheelchairs for basketball etc
• bikes with pedals and steering using only arms
• cross-country sit skis
• upper bod gym equipment compatible with wheelchairs