Biomechanics is the science that deals with the analysis of movement and forces in the body to understand how we move and how the body functions.
on April 13th students aged 10 to 18 years were offered the chance to experience an exciting day of discovery as they partook in the National Biomechanics Day. This international annual event, which took place in Austria for the first time this year, was organized by Dr. Hans Kainz from the Institute of Sports Science in Vienna, and Dr. Markus Tilp from the Institute of Human Movement Science, Sport and Health in Graz. The students were invited to the biomechanics lab where they had the opportunity to participate in hands-on activities and learn more about the fascinating field of biomechanics.
Under the motto "Research meets fun," the students in Vienna and Graz had the chance to adventure into the thrilling world of scientific discovery through interactive demonstrations and experiments. From motion capture technology to computer simulations, the students learned about the latest biomechanical research methods and how they are used to understand human movements and their various applications such as sports equipment, prosthetics, and robotics.
One of the unique aspects of the National Biomechanics Day was the fact that the science was truly in the hands of the students. Under the expert guidance of Prof. Kainz and Prof. Tilp, for example, the students were able to measure each other's muscle activity or inspect muscles using ultrasound.
The National Biomechanics Day provided students with an unique opportunity to experience the exciting field of biomechanics first hand and potentially spark interest in further studies and careers in the field. It was an unforgettable experience that highlighted the junction of research and fun in the field of biomechanics.
