Nanotechnology involves manipulating matter at the molecular scale of 1 to 100 nanometers. It has been used to improve sports equipment and apparel by making them lighter yet stronger, longer lasting, and more hydrodynamic. For example, nanotechnology allows for golf clubs that are lighter but have a larger sweet spot, tennis balls that last longer, and swimming suits that are more streamlined in water. However, its use in sports comes with some concerns, as it can be expensive, create unfair advantages, and potentially focus more on science than athletic ability or skill. There are also concerns about any health risks related to cancer.

1. Nanotechnology
& Impact on Sports
By James & Tom

2. What even is it?
The manipulation of matter on a molecular
scale, between 1 and 100 nanometres,
‘Nano’ meaning ‘Dwarf’.

3. How are they
associated?

4. They look similar
Nanotechnology helps
improve sport
The scale between them is the
same as a football to Earth
How are they
associated?

5. Golf Clubs
Nanotechnology allows for lighter yet
stronger golf clubs, creating faster swing
speeds and a larger sweet spot
on the club head.

6. Tennis Balls
InMat LLC used nanotechnology to
produce tennis balls that could last
two times longer on average.

7. Swimming
The LZR Racer Suit was developed
with nanotechnology to be more
hydrodynamic. It was banned in
2008 due to the unfair advantage.

8. Advantages
Enhances the strength-to-weight ratio
Creates a spring-like effect
Increases hardness
Gives longer durability
Has low friction

9. Negatives
Expensive
Competition can become unfair
Sport events could depend more on
science than fitness or skill
Cancer related health risks

10. Nanotechnology
& Impact on Sports
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