Skiing

The organization of human cells through training, exercise and "muscle memory" produce the fantastic range of Olympic motion.

The unique surface of ice allows the slide and glide of winter sports to happen.

The quadrocopter is a flying robotic device that has the ability to learn and improve its performance over time.

Ski-jumping is a thrilling sport, hurtling down a ramp at 60 mph. Learn more in this video.

The slapshot is explained by Thomas Humphrey, Kathy FLores, and Olympic hockey players Julie Chue and Zach Parise.

A downhill ski race is a tour de force--emphasis on force.

An Olympic bobsled run is used to illustrate acceleration, velocity, gravity, and drag.

Bobsledding is one of the fastest and most exciting sports at the Winter Olympics. Learn more in this video.

A figure skaters center of mass affects their balance and stability of every step, jump, spin, and lift.

Regenerative engineering could one day reduce recovery time and get athletes back faster.

Skates used by Olympians are custom-engineered by materials scientists to meet the demands for each sport.

Olympic skis are made of fiberglass and polymers engineered to give the right flexibility and more.