Can the deformation behavior of a ski be simulated?

Date 2020-02-18

Research project for the development of models to simulate the mechanical behavior of skis together with HEAD Sport GmbH

The construction of a modern alpine ski consists of a wide variety of materials. By deliberately exploiting the mechanical properties of these materials, targeted deformation behavior is achieved in the end. But can this also be predicted beforehand using mechanical simulations in order to subsequently be able to carry out optimizations? This question is to be answered within the project, conducted by project leader Franz-Josef Falkner together with student staff. The project is financed by HEAD Sport GmbH based in Kennelbach / Vorarlberg.

For further information please contact us:

Franz-Josef Falkner
Lecturer Department Mechatronics
+43 512 2070 – 3935
franz-josef.falkner@mci.edu

<p><em>Ski racer Matthias Mayer speeds up, and his skies have to hold up to the pressure. Foto: HEAD Sport GmbH</em></p>

Ski racer Matthias Mayer speeds up, and his skies have to hold up to the pressure. Foto: HEAD Sport GmbH

<p><em>With the help of simulation, the deformation of the ski should be predicted and optimized. Foto: HEAD Sport GmbH</em></p>

With the help of simulation, the deformation of the ski should be predicted and optimized. Foto: HEAD Sport GmbH

<p><em>Ski racer Matthias Mayer speeds up, and his skies have to hold up to the pressure. Foto: HEAD Sport GmbH</em></p>
<p><em>With the help of simulation, the deformation of the ski should be predicted and optimized. Foto: HEAD Sport GmbH</em></p>
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