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Triathlon
Swimming tracker revolutionizes training
Muscle activity Light Lace sensors use fiber-optic technology to predict muscle fatigue.
Football
Wearables keep athletes at the top of their game
Respiration rate Real-time monitoring helps improve performance.
Motion data Feedback helps prevent injuries and improve performance.
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The first place winner, wearable biosensor company Organic Robotics Corporation, will beta test its Light Lace sensors with the Sun Devil Football and Triathlon programs to enhance the safety and performance of athletes. Using photonics instead of electronics, these soft, stretchable sensors track motion, muscle fatigue and respiratory levels to prevent injuries and boost physical performance. “Light Lace sensors create an artificial skin that allows us to create digital twins of our tactile biometric information,” says Ilayda Samilgil, Organic Robotics cofounder and CEO. Each sensor is equipped with a light that warns the user of high fatigue levels. Sensors are easy to use and can survive high-speed motions and intense exercise. Learn more at organicroboticscorp.com.
Designed by Olympic swimmers, IronMan triathletes and coaches, the Phlex Edge garnered second place plus a beta opportunity for use in the Women’s Triathlon program. The goggle-worn swimming tracker provides swimmers with a detailed understanding of their training, from real-time heart rate to stroke analysis and full set breakdown. The Phlex app uses machine learning technology to capture valuable data, empowering swimmers and coaches to customize each athlete’s training plan. Learn more at phlexswim.com.
The Phlex Edge tracks laps and workout breakdowns featuring precise sets, times and heart rate.
