Impact of Technology

Question 1

How has TECHNOLOGY impacted VIEWING EXPERIENCE?

Answer 1

Advancements have bought the comfort of viewing sport at home

Question 2

What is the SPIDERCAM? What does it do for the VIEWER?

Answer 2

• Shows birds-eye view looking down on playing surface
• Allows viewers to gain insight into diff formations, plays etc.

Question 3

What is the HAWKEYE? What can it be used for?

Answer 3

• Software that follows the trajectory of a ball
• Can be used for officials to make decisions

Question 4

What are TIMING GATES? When is it used?

Answer 4

• Used in alpine skiing so skiers can track pace through a race
• Viewers can also see this fata

Question 5

Describe the use of GPS in sports

Answer 5

• Can be used to determine speed at certain times of a race
• Can be used to determine how many metres were covered

Question 6

Describe the use of SLOW MO CAMERAS

Answer 6

• HD video footage that has been slowed down
• To determine crucial outcomes of an event

Question 7

Describe the use of CAMERAS in sports

Answer 7

• VAR
• Can be used to adjust technique