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Ice friction during speed skating.

J J de Koning1, G de Groot, G J van Ingen Schenau

  • 1Faculty of Human Movement Sciences, Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

Journal of Biomechanics
|June 1, 1992
PubMed
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Speed skaters experience low friction due to the ice surface

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Science
  • Tribology
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Speed skating requires overcoming air and ice friction.
  • Understanding ice friction is key to improving performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To measure ice friction during actual speed skating.
  • To investigate factors influencing ice friction.

Main Methods:

  • Developed specialized skates to measure ice friction.
  • Recorded friction coefficients on straights and curves.
  • Analyzed friction at varying speeds and temperatures.

Main Results:

  • Mean friction coefficients: 0.0046 (straights), 0.0059 (curves).
  • Minimum friction observed at -7°C.
  • Friction increases with speed.

    • Conclusions:

    • Ice surface's 'liquid-like' properties offer a plausible explanation for low friction.
    • This finding advances the understanding of skating dynamics.