Tuesday, February 25, 2014
The Olympic Games - Much more than just an athletic competition!
The Olympic games are a world wide event that is full of fun and excitement from start to finish. The planning that goes into these events is second to none. The athletes and sporting events are typically the main focus of the games, as they should be, but there are many other factors that contribute to making the Olympics a success. A major one of these factors is technology. Please find at least two articles relating to technology used at the Olympic games in Sochi. Be creative! The write a brief summary of how this technology was used at the games, how it effected the events, and what could be done to make things better in the future.
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http://thinkwebstore.com/technology-sochi-olympics-2014/
ReplyDeletehttp://sports.yahoo.com/news/technology-is-the-gold-standard-at-sochi-olympics-184205736-olympics.html
Technology at the Olympics isn't just for viewers and broadcasters, athletes and coaches are using technology to their advantage. According to Yahoo Sports, Patrick Deneen and his coaching staff use the technology for Patrick's moguls freestyle skiing competition. "We shoot multiple angles of every jump he does and it has changed the way we coach," said Pat Deneen, Patrick's father and coach. "We hit 'analyze' and it breaks it down, frame by frame, in high resolution. We make our notes, and send it on up the hill." These enhancements are helping all athlete in many sports, not jut when it comes to the Olympics and it is just the beginning
It's crazy that technology has improved to the point where we can break down a jump like that and analyze each aspect of it. I'm sure it really helps athletes pinpoint exactly what they need to work on in order to perfect their jump.
DeleteThat is cool to read. I feel as if that will expand by my many coaches and their style to help them with their athletes.
Deletei think that the polar bear and the way they did the whole closing ceremonies will have a huge impact on future Olympics same with the graphics if they keep improving that more people would be interested to watch.
DeleteI also think that the polar bear will have a big impact on how they do the future Olympics. It is amazing how much technology has improved every aspect of the Olympics.
DeleteThough technology has advanced both the viewing capabilities and actual camera views of what we can see of the Olympics, one often overlooked technology that had revolutionized the Olympics is the advancement of tools. Skiers and Skaters alike have new skis and blades that allow them to more efficiently glide across the ice, and snow. Currently, this puts the advantage in the ring of the teams with the most modern, advanced gear. In the future I see gear becoming highly efficient and possibly standardized, so that the sports are no longer a test of a countries technology but a a test of an athletes pure skills. I think that that is the direction will take the Olympics and many other sports.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.cnn.com/video/data/2.0/video/bestoftv/2014/02/26/morning-minute-2-26-newday.cnn.html
http://www.cnn.com/video/?/video/sports/2014/01/23/spc-tech-games.cnn&video_referrer=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cnn.com%2FSPORT%2Fwinter-olympics%3Fhpt%3Dwo_bn2
I agree that new technology has greatly changed the Olympics and has been a big benefit to the countries that have the access to the most cutting edge technology. I would like to see equipment becoming somewhat standardized so that athletes are winning only because they are skilled, not simply because they have the best technology out there.
DeleteFrom keeping courses covered in snow during 60 degree temperatures to improved equipment for athletes, there was a lot of advanced new technology that played a part in the Sochi Olympics this year. With the warm temperatures at Sochi, a big concern this year was keeping snow on the courses and preventing it from melting. There was 16 million cubic feet of snow that was kept stored under blankets and added to the hills when needed, they also added chemicals to the courses that melted and hardened the top layer of snow in order to prevent ruts forming and made the course fair for all athletes.
ReplyDeleteAnother advancement of technology at Sochi was the speed skating outfits for the U.S. Team. Under Armour created these speed skating suits dubbed "Mach 39" that,similar to a golf ball, had little dimples in them that reduced air drag and decreased friction in the thighs, which reduced wasted energy and allowed skaters to shave milliseconds off their time. Every year there seem to be new improvements in the clothing and equipment that athletes use. I think that we will continue to see major improvements in these areas allowing for athletes to become faster and achieve even higher scores in the future.
http://blogs.discovermagazine.com/crux/2014/02/13/cutting-edge-technology-you-can-spot-at-the-sochi-olympics/#.Uw5gNvldWSp
http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/innovations/wp/2014/02/10/7-examples-of-technology-actually-functioning-at-the-sochi-olympics/
That is crazy to imagine what they can do to the snow and the suits. The way they put thought into the suits compared to a golf ball to help with air drag.
DeleteWow, I never knew that about the snow. That is crazy to think about. There really are so many different things that go into the Olympics that we just don't even think about.
DeleteI also did the article about the snow, I think that it is amazing that technology has developed so much that they can influence the weather. There is so much technology that goes into the Olympics that people don't always notice.
DeleteI had no idea that they went to such length for this. I've never seen the Olympics so I don't really know much about it. The thing with the snow was pretty interesting.
Deletehttp://venturebeat.com/2014/02/23/russia-pulls-out-cool-tech-for-the-closing-ceremony-of-the-sochi-olympics/
ReplyDeleteThis article shows how they made a giant polar bear put out the flame at closing ceremonies. The lighting they had was set to show the colors of the spectators. This was for the closing ceremonies and used to make a huge impact to close the Olympic games. This will have a huge impact for future Olympics or just events with all of the colors of the flags of the competitors.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/news/technology/technology-behind-sochi-2014-olympic-games/129046
This showed that they made it for the graphics on items showing the events more visible and more clear. The effects of the graphics showed the movements of the athletes to help the viewers get more into it. This technology will help during sporting events. Showing the athletes almost as if you were on the field with them to help you see them a lot more clear.
i think that the polar bear and the way they did the whole closing ceremonies will have a huge impact on future Olympics same with the graphics if they keep improving that more people would be interested to watch.
DeleteThat polar bear is pretty awesome, and I definitely think graphics are going to be something that will constantly improve.
Deletehttp://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/innovations/wp/2014/02/10/7-examples-of-technology-actually-functioning-at-the-sochi-olympics/
ReplyDeleteThis article gives 7 examples of the functioning of technology in the Olympics. I think that it is amazing that they used technology to keep snow constantly on the ground for those events. Every year or even every month athletic wear changes and improves to help the athletes perform to the best of their abilities. The fact that they made hockey socks that can't be cut also shows that they are looking out for the safety of their athletes also. Everything that went through the opening and closing ceremonies is a great example of new technology that went into the Olympics.
http://www.informationweek.com/strategic-cio/executive-insights-and-innovation/sochi-olympics-2014-10-technologies-in-spotlight/d/d-id/1113635
This article talks a lot about how the technology has influenced the security of the Sochi Olympics. I think it is great that technology hasn't only been noticed for improving the athletes performance, or letting everyone around the world watch the same things, but to keep the athletes, coaches, viewers, etc. safe.
I agree, keeping the viewers and the athletes is really important.With how many threats that come with the olympics, how frightning it would be to not have some kind of security at the games
DeleteI think it's interesting that they can just keep the snow on the ground for these events like that. I think it is easy to take it for granted that the snow will be there, despite the fact that the weather can be unpredictable at times. I'm sure this could be a great problem, but it's cool to see what people make of these sort of issues.
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ReplyDeletein this article they talk about the under armour speed skating suits it says that instead of trying to make them very aerodynamic they kind of went the opposite direction. They made it kind of like a golf ball with strategically placed dimples all over the suite. “We’re trying to disrupt that air flow before it bulks up behind a skater,” Chief of Innovation Kevin Haley said. I think that every day companies are looking for ways to make athletes faster. It effects the event of speed skating by cutting down seconds of of their time.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/news/technology/technology-behind-sochi-2014-olympic-games/129046
this article talks about how they have improved the graphics technology and more screens to show more about the sport, and how fast or make more of the sports look a little more interesting. This really effected the olympics by getting more people at home engage in every sport. I think that in the future they will keep making it more enjoyable for people at home to watch!
I think its really cool that people think of things such as making clothing look like a golf ball and how much time it can cut off and the way that it can effect someone during a race!
DeleteThe graphics and screen improvement is interesting. it's awesome how graphics could show the speed of the athletes.
Deletehttp://blogs.discovermagazine.com/crux/2014/02/13/cutting-edge-technology-you-can-spot-at-the-sochi-olympics/
ReplyDeleteThis article talks about a few new things that were used to improve how athletes competed and helped out times. It talked about Under Armour's new Mach 39 speed skating suit that uses bubbles like the ones on golf balls to help reduce air resistance behind the skaters. It cuts off time from their runs and that can be the difference between getting the gold and not even getting a medal.
http://www.idtech.com/blog/top-5-technologies-taking-over-the-sochi-2014-winter-olympics/
This one talks about several technologies that improved the games. The one that stood out to me was the BMW bobsled that the USA team used. They said that it is lighter, tougher, and more maneuverable than the previous bobsleds. It mentioned that they ran 100s of trials to get the overall design right for the sled. Technology has helped athletes improve the way they compete. I am excited to see how much it will improve in the future!
That is really cool, I guess it makes sense to take advantage of mathematics and technology. It is amazing how they can change times so much by altering small or large things to improve momentum and force. I wonder if they can do that to my car...just joking.
Deletehttp://www.omacomp.com/how-technology-changed-the-2014-sochi-winter-olympics/
ReplyDeleteThis article talks about the "March 39 Suit" , which has dimples on it to reduce air resistance. It also touches on how the snow is laid down and other equipment. This kind of stuff is always improving so I could see these things improve for next Olympics.
http://www.computerworlduk.com/news/it-business/3503556/new-olympics-technology-worked-without-a-hitch-says-atos/
This website mainly covers how the Olympics were captured and streamed. This is one thing I think has greatly changed how the Olympics are viewed for the better. Advancements in many aspects of technology have worked together to make this happen.
I would have never known how much thought can be put into a suit. It's always interesting to see the improvements and the new ideas they come up with.
Deletehttp://www.informationweek.com/strategic-cio/executive-insights-and-innovation/sochi-olympics-2014-10-technologies-in-spotlight/d/d-id/1113635?image_number=1
ReplyDeleteThis article talks about what Russia did to secure the safety of the fans and athletes attending the Sochi Games. It also went on to talk about some of the technology that was used to develop suits and equipment to help the athletes compete better. Safety is obviously very important for everyone who attends these events as they are targets for terrorism groups, and the Equipment will always improve as scientist will discover the next best thing soon. Each of these will continue to grow in the future.
\http://www.sporttechie.com/2014/02/18/3-technologies-that-have-helped-define-the-2014-sochi-olympics/
In this article it talks about three technological advancement that have been used the first snow machine - which I believe have been used for awhile at resorts and what not. the next being the "light rail" zipper which i thought was quiet interesting and cool. and lastly Under Armour's new skin suits used to help speed skaters go faster. This technology is cool because it may put you on the podium or send you home with 4th place. I believe it will continue to grow, as by the next Olympics something better will be released.
im gonna kill you, I was going to use that informationweek website... But yeah the extent they go on security is literally insane. I never realized just how far they went with technology to keep the audience safe.
DeleteThat is very interesting. I knew that these events could be targeted, but I had never stopped to think about what goes into keeping them safe.
Deletehttp://www.broadcastingcable.com/news/technology/technology-behind-sochi-2014-olympic-games/129046
ReplyDeleteMy favorite part about this article is how the Olympics is using graphics to show the speed of athletes in the bobsled races and other sports. I like that they are using technology as a way to engage the audience.
http://www.informationweek.com/strategic-cio/executive-insights-and-innovation/sochi-olympics-2014-10-technologies-in-spotlight/d/d-id/1113635?image_number=3
I thought it was interesting that the Olympics are now using drones to fly over the area as surveillance. I think the extent they are going to ensure the safety of the audience and participants is amazing.
I also think its pretty amazing that they have created drones that are there to capture a lot of the film and surveillance of the games.
DeleteI also find it to be very cool that they have created drones to fly over events so people can see everything.
DeleteMe three, I thought it was fun to see how they compared when they over lapped the videos.
DeleteI think that the drones is a good idea. I think that it could help with the situations with possible terrorist attacks.
Deleteyeah it was really entertaining.
Deletehttp://www.cbsnews.com/news/winter-olympics-2014-innovation-found-in-unexpected-sports/
ReplyDeleteThis article talks about many different sports that take place during the winter Olympics and how they are important for each individual sport such as, sleds, clothing, curling brushes, videography, photography, etc. In the future, I believe that there are a lot of things that could be advanced such as sleds, or clothing or even the objects or gear used during these sports.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/news/technology/technology-behind-sochi-2014-olympic-games/129046
In this article, I learned that they have many different people filming at several different angles during these games and during each individual sport. They have advanced the visual and streaming media across the globe so that people, no matter where they are from, are able to watch the games live, and re-runs as well because of the time difference. I believe that this effects everyone and in the future their could be many more possibilities that are unthinkable when it comes to technology.
I find it crazy how technology is so advanced that people can watch a sporting event half-way around the world. It is crazy how far technology has came with the internet and live-streaming.
Deletehttp://www.cbsnews.com/news/winter-olympics-2014-the-secret-security-olympics/
ReplyDeletehttp://www.extremetech.com/extreme/176459-sochi-olympics-2014-the-tech-behind-the-worlds-biggest-photoshoot
Today's Olympics aren't just about the entertainment and physical competition. Every one is involved to win. It might not be for gold. Now it is highest ratings and which producers movies they watch. whose photos they will use in broadcasting and how many? it's all about competition, this is their biggest event to show off.
This only proves how much technology is needed. i cant imagine what would happen if we had a global shut down of power. Going back to basics is not an option with technology. Who knows where it will take us in the future.
I agree with you about the Olympics being a rating battle now, but then again so are a lot of other things.
DeleteI think you're right about the necessity of technology in the Olympics nowadays. Things seem to go wrong every year to where they need to improve as an Olympic federation
Deletehttp://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/innovations/wp/2014/02/10/7-examples-of-technology-actually-functioning-at-the-sochi-olympics/
ReplyDeleteOne of the biggest things for technology in the Olympics would be the invention of blankets to store snow if needed. These are such a big advancement because they can in sense save the Olympics. For instance, this past Olympics in Sochi, they had days that were in the 60's. If this happens the snow is going to melt and if they have these blankets they can put down whatever melts and make it to were they can still have their events.
http://online.wsj.com/article/AP1e4d875023d2481fa7dde930caa4d3cc.html
The second thing that has came along with technology is the advancement is hockey socks. They are creating socks to wear under gear that is cut resistant. This is very helpful to hockey players because it takes away one of the biggest risks which is getting your tendons cut in the back of your foot and ankle.
I think that these advancements have really changed in the Olympics and they will continue to change. I think that the only way that technology can go is up and that is what it will continue to do.
I like the Hockey socks advancement because Hockey players risk getting their calves cut and these socks protects them from getting cut. It's a great technological advancement that helps the players.
DeleteThe socks are really interesting, I've never heard about this before. It makes sense as to why there are needed though.
Deletehttp://venturebeat.com/2014/02/23/russia-pulls-out-cool-tech-for-the-closing-ceremony-of-the-sochi-olympics/
ReplyDeleteThis article briefly explains the led lighting effects used during/between the Sochi 2014 events.I did not get to see all of the events; however I did manage to watch some of the most spectacular dancing lights show in which the dancers looked as though they were flowers gliding across water.
http://www.idtech.com/blog/top-5-technologies-taking-over-the-sochi-2014-winter-olympics/
This article by ID Tech describes 5 interesting pieces of technology used to train as well as during the games. while they all seem very useful, I found the “Ubersense Coach” App to be the most interesting. Essentially, it is an app that allows people to record, examine, and compare their workout/training with other people such as professional athletes.
http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB10001424052702304703804579381002780722432
ReplyDeleteOne of the technologies used at Olympic Games in Sochi is the fastest speedskating suit. This suit is made for the winter Olympics to help skaters travel farther. Kevin Haley, the senior vice president of innovation for Under Armour, which has sponsored the U.S. team since 2011, said he was confident the suits were fast, but, in the absence of medal-winning performances, "we'll move heaven and earth to make them better." These suits have vents on the back of it designed to let heat out and fresh air in, which creates a drag that keeps skaters in low position.
http://www.bloomberg.com/article/2014-01-08/aD1fZN5nfhLc.html
This article talks about the uniform with ultra-lightweight waterproof zipper made by Columbia for United States, Canada, and Russia Freestyle Ski teams. These uniforms deliver more warmth with less bulk, providing athletes critical mobility and unrestricted movement without compromising comfort. The uniforms feature designed ultra-lightweight and low-profile Light Rail zipper which is bonded directly onto laser-cut fabric, completely eliminating the need for zipper tape and resulting in the lightest-weight waterproof zipper in the world.
http://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2014/02/11/palo-alto-firm-provides-3-d-facial-
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This article talks about a 3-D facial recognition technology for the olympics in Sochi. A Silicon Valley firm is providing state-of-the-art facial recognition technology currently being used at the international airport in Sochi, Russia to identify athletes, fans, and dignitaries attending the Olympics.
http://www.core77.com/blog/object_culture/omegas_olympic_electronic_starting_pistol_redesign_23073.asp
This article is about the electronic pistol by Omega.
Omega describes the gun as “a streamlined, futuristic device composed of a flash gun and sound generation box.” Since 1932, Omega has been the official time-keeper of the Olympic games, evolving its methods as technology improved.
I read about the facial recognition technology as well and think it's great.
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ReplyDeleteThis article explains the face recognition that the sochi airport used in anticipation for the crowds for the Olympic games. This technology is supposedly supposed to identify anyone that is placed in front of it. Including being able to tell identical twins apart.
http://www.informationweek.com/strategic-cio/executive-insights-and-innovation/sochi-olympics-2014-10-technologies-in-spotlight/d/d-id/1113635?image_number=7
This technology is actually used as a part of the Olympic games. Bmw is bringing their famous technology into the Olympic games by creating a bobsled car that is lighter in weight and more aerodynamic on the track. These cars are supposed to change the sport of bobsledding forever.
PS technically this post is before 12! Arizona time that is!! Hope everyone in WIlliston is doing alright.
http://www.extremetech.com/extreme/176459-sochi-olympics-2014-the-tech-behind-the-worlds-biggest-photoshoot
ReplyDeletethese cameras they use in the Olympics are not little toys people can play with is high tec stuff the only professionals can use these cameras make everything in the Olympics look soo much nicer and clear without them we wouldn't be able to watch the Olympics in such high definition.
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2011/10/07/2012_olympics_vista/
the amout of computers used to keep the olympics going is crazy they have In total Acer have furnished the Olympics with 10,000 desktops, 1,000 laptops and 900 servers.The scanners for security gates will be made by Acer, as will the touch screens used to get information in the media centre and elsewhere.
Between 3,000 and 4,000 of the computers will be left in the Technology Operations Centre in a wired room in Canary Wharf, with the key Olympic village venues taking about 1,500 to 2,000 each.he Acer desktops – Veriton L670Gs – will be running Windows Vista, XP or Linux with either quad-core or dual-core Intel processors. Monitors are a compact 15 inches across. in the future they have to keep doing the same thing in my opinion they just need keep upgrading there cameras and they will be good for years to come.
i agree camera are not things o play with they help everyone in the world live in the moment because the technology make the pictures feel and look like that
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ReplyDeleteThe cameras that are being use for the Olympics are canon camera and everyone know these are not cheap camera that you can give to your little sister, or brother mainly you will see professionals with these cameras, these our high tec which capture everyone moment of Olympics and make the pictures look so really as if its right in front of us
http://www.informationweek.com/strategic-cio/executive-insights-and-innovation/sochi-olympics-2014-10-technologies-in-spotlight/d/d-id/1113635?image_number=3
I thought it was interesting that the Olympics are now using drones to fly over the area as surveillance. I think the extent they are going to ensure the safety of the audience and participants is amazing.
I definitely agree that this will help everything far as safety with the olympics also.
DeleteI think its amazing the technology used to broadcast and to keep things safe. How far the world has come is amazing. I really like the extent they've gone to to keep things safe.
Deletehttp://www.extremetech.com/extreme/176459-sochi-olympics-2014-the-tech-behind-the-worlds-biggest-photoshoot
ReplyDeleteI like this type of photos because they are not cheap and they look more professional and worth it. These cameras are high tech which means they are the best of the best.
I like the fact that they are having drones fly over the area i think this will stop negative things from happening and everyone can enjoy the olympics.
http://www.bbc.com/news/business-26071222
ReplyDeleteThis first article talks about the technology used in transmitting data from the competitors to the viewers. The use of GPS to track skiers and light beams to time skaters crossing the finish line. One of the problems discussed is of the streaming of the live event. The bandwidth used today, as compared to previous games, has increased greatly. So the management of streaming the games is important in maintaining stability.
http://www.idtech.com/blog/top-5-technologies-taking-over-the-sochi-2014-winter-olympics/
This article lists the top 5 technologies at the Olympic Games, ranging from apps to gear. One that caught my eye was the Speed Skating Suit. This suit is designed, much like a golf ball, to have dimples over the area of the suit. This dimples help make the suit more aerodynamic.
http://www.details.com/health-fitness/gear/201401/sochi-olympics-athletes-training-gear-technology-equipment-nike#slide=NaN
ReplyDeleteThe Nike snowboard boots provide the snowboarder with a softer ride and more support which will result in better performance. Under Armor created a secret designed speed skating suit that will allow skaters to have better speed and no friction from the suit. I think with technology being used and tested by the contestants, it will provide input and make it better in the future.
http://www.broadcastingcable.com/news/technology/technology-behind-sochi-2014-olympic-games/129046
From graphic technology being used to engage the audience to the MAM system that was used to stream the Olympics, it seemed like technology was literally everywhere. With HD technology, it really gives a better picture to the audience whether if you are there live or streaming it from another area. I think that technology will always be improving. As long as the technology doesn't interfere with the games, it will continue to be great in the future.
The Sochi Olympics quite frankly would not be possible if it was not for technology. They use this for timing events, replaying to determine overall winners, security, and just broadcasting this magnificent event for the world to see.
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