AQA GCSE PE Technology

A positive for the use of technology in sport for officials...

• It can show that the decision they made was wrong to start with.

• It can ensure they make the correct decision.

• It can add pressure to their role

• It can ensure that the wrong decisions are made

An example of technological developments with materials in sport...

• Centre court roof at Wimbledon

• Foam pit in a gymnastics gymnasium

• Multi-angle action replays

• Nike DriFit football shirt

Technological developments in clothing materials benefits the performer by...

• Making them feel hot when in warm environments

• Making them feel cool in cold environments

• Taking sweat away from the skin, making them feel more comfortable.

• Keeping them warmer in cold environments.

A negative for the retractable roof at Wimbledon...

• It allows play to continue even through heavy wind and rain.

• It keeps the fans in the court dry from rain when waiting for play to start

• It allows an air conditioned playing and watching environment

• Closing the roof can halt play for up to 45 minutes

How can carbon fibre tennis rackets improve the performance of a tennis player?

• They are heavier meaning the ball can be hit harder.

• They are lighter so reduce muscle fatigue, especially in long matches.

• They are lighter so the muscles get fatigued more quickly.

• They are stronger and so don't break as easily when hit against the ground in anger.

Hawkeye is used in tennis and cricket. Which of the following are positives of it?

• It ensures correct decisions are made.

• It creates a feeling of suspense within the audience.

• It ensures the game and results are fair.

• It is expensive to install it in the venues.

How do multi-angle, slow motion replays improve the performance of an athlete?

• They allow the audience to see and learn how a professional athlete performs certain skills.

• They enable the officials to analyse and give the correct decision.

• They improve the viewing experience for the audience

• The performer and coach can watch their performance back numerous times to see how they may improve their technique.

Which is an example of technological advances in equipment?

• Sprung floor in gymnastics

• Hawkeye in cricket

• Golf clubs made from graphite and titanium.

• Adidas Climaool clothing

How does the technology of a sprung floor improve a gymnasts floor routine?

• It allows them to get more height in a jump and therefore more time in the air to perform harder moves.

• It stops them jumping too high and therefore prevents injury.

• It absorbs some of the impact if they fall to the ground, preventing severe injury.

• It makes their tumble routine quicker and faster.

GPS trackers are used by many sports men and women. The benefits are...

• They can show the route you have taken on your run.

• They can be used to help find your way back if you are lost whilst out running.

• They can be used to track your progress, such as speed, distance, acceleration and heart rate.

• They can be used to ensure you get enough recovery time between sessions.