Research on physics of table tennis

[kmikias]

Hi guys i guess this is right place to ask this question b/c research section but if i did wrong sorry .any way i need help on this ...

I am a senior in school.there is something i need help on my senior project .My project is about table tennis and one of my objective is to research the physics and mathematics of table tennis.I try to find every book and article but i only got one person from the website knows about the physics of table tennis.I could use his website but my senior project requirement didn't allow personal blog ,personal site and wikipedia .they only allow high quality source like org,edu,gov...etc. you know any book that talks about the physics of table tennis .or if copies available.

thank you.

 

[Valerie Park]

There are a few books that discuss the physics and mathematics of table tennis. One book is "Table Tennis: Steps to Success" by Vic Braden and Terry L. Miller. This book provides a detailed analysis of the game's physical principles, including ball speed, spin, angles, and strategy. Another book is "Table Tennis: The Skills of the Game" by Richard McAfee. This book focuses on the technical aspects of table tennis, such as grip, strokes, and footwork. It also includes an analysis of the game's physics. You may also be interested in "Table Tennis: A Skill-Based Approach" by Ian Marshall. This book covers the basics of the game, as well as the physics behind it. Finally, there is "Table Tennis: The Complete Guide" by Stephen W. Grant. This book covers the fundamentals of the game, as well as its physics and mathematics. All of these books should be available at your local library or book store.

 

[sir-pinski]

Hello there,

Thank you for reaching out and sharing your senior project topic with us. It's great to see that you have chosen table tennis and are interested in exploring its physics and mathematics.

There are definitely resources available that discuss the physics of table tennis. One book that I would recommend is "The Physics of Table Tennis" by Rod Cross and Crawford Lindsey. This book delves into the scientific principles behind the game and explains how they affect the performance of players and equipment. You can find this book on Amazon or check with your local library to see if they have a copy available.

Another resource you can check out is the International Table Tennis Federation's website (www.ittf.com). They have a section dedicated to sports science, which includes articles and studies on the physics of table tennis.

I understand your senior project requirements and the need for credible sources. In addition to the book and ITTF website, you can also look for articles published in academic journals such as "Journal of Sports Sciences" or "International Journal of Table Tennis Sciences". These journals can be accessed through your school's library or online databases.

I hope this helps and wish you all the best with your project! Table tennis is a fascinating sport and I'm sure your research will be very interesting. Good luck!