Remote optical timing system for cycling

F. Culfaz; A. McCarthy; H. McArdle; L. Laycock; P. Barratt; M. Parker; S. Rose; G. Atkins

doi:10.1117/12.898133

5 October 2011 Remote optical timing system for cycling

F. Culfaz, A. McCarthy, H. McArdle, L. Laycock, P. Barratt, M. Parker, S. Rose, G. Atkins

Proceedings Volume 8186, Electro-Optical Remote Sensing, Photonic Technologies, and Applications V; 81860J (2011) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.898133
Event: SPIE Security + Defence, 2011, Prague, Czech Republic

Abstract

A remote laser timing system has been developed for use by the British Cycling team. Five optical Timing Gate Units (TGU) have been installed around the track at the Manchester Velodrome. Each TGU can identify and monitor multiple cyclists during training sessions. Lap and split times can be measured as well as the speeds of individual cyclists passing each gate. The system allows coaches to concentrate on observing the cyclists' technique rather than manually capturing their times. It has resulted in more effective and efficient training sessions that have helped cyclists improve their performance. This paper will describe the design issues encountered, as well as the optical and signal processing solutions. Example results obtained from training sessions will be presented.

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F. Culfaz, A. McCarthy, H. McArdle, L. Laycock, P. Barratt, M. Parker, S. Rose, and G. Atkins "Remote optical timing system for cycling", Proc. SPIE 8186, Electro-Optical Remote Sensing, Photonic Technologies, and Applications V, 81860J (5 October 2011); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.898133

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