The Effect of Rocker on Ice Friction in Short-Track Speed Skating

Short-track speed skates are prepared with rocker to improve cornering behavior. However, rocker also has a negative impact on ice friction. As there is currently no scientific theory for selecting optimal rocker profiles, skaters have to rely on personal experience. There is a lack of experimental data available in literature to validate...

The influence of skating velocity on the short track relay exchange: Using Inertial measurement units

The relay in short track skating is a team effort with the possibility to regain strength during the race by performing an exchange with a team member. Couples can gain time and conserve kinetic energy with a well performed exchange. However, the exchange is a difficult operation. With few studies done to find out what makes a good relay...