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Physics of Sports Research Guide

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Scope

This research guide will lead students to resources at the St. Charles Public Library and on the Internet that will help them understand the principles of physics involved in various sports and activities.

Internet Resources

Using a good search engine, such as Google, type the search term: "physics of sport" (ex. "physics of billiards") in the search box. Students may also use the following websites:

Examples of sites with information about specific sports:

Library Catalog

Use the library's catalog to find resources on the physics of sports.
Examples:
* Type Sports and click KEYWORD.
* Type Physics and click KEYWORD.
* Type Force and click KEYWORD.
* Type Energy and click KEYWORD.
* Type a specific sport, such as Baseball and click KEYWORD.

Print Resources

Encyclopedia of Sports Science
Volume 1 includes the physics of many sports including track and field, ball sports, paddle sports, gliding, cycling and many others.
REF 613.71 ENC
McGraw-Hill Encyclopedia of Science and Technology
In-depth articles about scientific principles such as velocity, momentum, buoyancy, etc.
REF 503 MCG
Newton at the Bat 796.015 NEW
Sportworks: More Than 50 Fun Games and Activities that Explore the Science of Sports J 796 SPO
Physics of Baseball 796.357 ADA
Physics of Golf 796.352 JOR

 

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