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

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

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

Competition suits are constructed for optimal performance for the Olympic athlete.

How snow forms and reacts is an essential part of the Winter Olympic games.

The engineering and design of their skis is critical for alpine skiers and their success.

The design and engineering of the half pipe allows Shaun White to generate big air.

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

Gravity, friction, and energy are the physics behind the gasp-worthy tricks of snowboarders.

Olympic athletes, trainers and a sports scientist and chemist explain why cross-country skiers are among the fittest athletes in the world.