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Download fileTraction forces generated during studded boot‐surface interactions on third‐generation artificial turf: A novel mechanistic perspective
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posted on 2019-12-12, 12:34 authored by Steph ForresterSteph Forrester, Paul FlemingPaul FlemingThe traction forces generated during studded boot–surface
interactions affect player performance and injury risk. Over
20 years of empirical research into traction on third
generation (3G) artificial turf has met with only limited
success in supporting the development of safer surfaces and
boots. Thus, the purpose of this perspective article is to
present a conceptual framework for generating scientific
understanding on 3G turf traction through a novel
mechanistic approach. A three-stage framework is
proposed. Firstly, the hypothesized traction mechanisms
and related analytical equations are identified, namely:
friction between the boot outsole and surface; shear
resistance of the performance infill layer to the outsole; and
compressive resistance of the performance infill layer to
horizontal stud displacement. Secondly, a Concept Map is
generated to visually represent the contribution of the thirtynine variables identified as directly affecting the traction
response. Finally, a Research Roadmap is constructed to
guide the direction of future traction studies towards the
development of safer surfaces and boots as well as improved
mechanical tests to assess surface safety. The proposed
framework represents the first attempt to deconstruct bootsurface interactions and hypothesize the science behind the
mobilization of traction forces.
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This is an Open Access Article. It is published by Wiley under the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 Unported Licence (CC BY). Full details of this licence are available at: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Acceptance date
2019-11-07Publication date
2019-12-03Copyright date
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