Wave-propelled boats utilize submerged flapping foils to convert wave energy directly into propulsion. For platforms that are solely propelled using foils, predicting the forward speed is challenging as it time varying and dependent on coupled responses of wave-induced hull motions (surge, heave, pitch) foil motion (driven by incident wavy flow). To ascertain free-running response wave-propelle...

The aim of the present study was to assess the test-retest reliability of the Brower Speed Trap II running speed timing system. The test-retest reliability of the system was assessed by testing 52 physical education students aged (±SD) 21.4 (±8.9) years. All participants were tested on 30-m sprint with 10-m, 20-m and 30-m split times. All measurements were obtained on two subsequent days. The r...

Manoeuverability is a key requirement for successful terrestrial locomotion, especially on variable terrain, and is a deciding factor in predator-prey interaction. Compared with straight-line running, bend running requires additional leg force to generate centripetal acceleration. In humans, this results in a reduction in maximum speed during bend running and a published model assuming maximum ...