This program offers an exciting and practical experience in STEM through sports innovation, specifically designed for primary and secondary school students. Participants will have a unique opportunity to interact and communicate with international peers from Japan, South Korea, and China, fostering global collaboration and cultural exchange. The program includes workshop sessions on designing insoles or shinpads using 3D printing, exploring AI analysis, and participating in sensor-based football matches. This initiative aims to spark interest in STEM careers by demonstrating real-world applications of technology in sports.
Phase 1: Practical Workshop Session
This session aims to provide participants with hands-on experience in sports design, technology, and analytics. The following are the modules that will be conducted:
1.1 Introduction to Design Using CAD Software
● Objectives:
To provide a basic understanding of design using CAD software
To guide participants in creating basic designs such as insoles or shinpads
● Module Content:
Introduction to CAD software
Basic steps in creating 2D and 3D designs
Practical exercise: Designing an insole or shinpad using CAD software
Emphasis on ergonomics and comfort in design
● Learning Outcomes:
Participants will be able to create basic designs using CAD software
Participants will understand fundamental concepts of sports product design
1.2 Introduction to Sensors and Embedded Systems
● Objectives:
To provide basic understanding of sensor technology and embedded systems
To demonstrate how sensors can be used for performance tracking in sports
● Module Content:
Introduction to different types of sensors
Overview of embedded systems
Demonstration of sensor integration into insoles or shinpads
Practical exercise: Installing and testing basic sensors to collect data
● Learning Outcomes:
Participants will understand the functions and applications of sensors in sports products
Participants will be able to install and test basic sensors for data tracking
1.3 Introduction to Sports Analytics
● Objectives:
To provide a basic understanding of data collection and analysis in sports
To show how data can be used to improve athlete performance
● Module Content:
Introduction to the concept of sports analytics
Methods of data collection using sensors and smart devices
Practical exercise: Basic analysis of data collected from sensors
● Learning Outcomes:
Participants will understand the basics of data collection and analysis in sports