Ex-pro athlete invents digital running track to unleash new world records
Briefly

The London-based startup, Feldspar, is engineering a running track to boost speed by converting more running energy towards horizontal propulsion, reducing force needed for upright momentum, and improving energy return to reduce fatigue.
Feldspar plans to capture real-time data through embedded sensors and camera-based analysis on the track, enabling coaches to optimize training programs, race strategies, injury management, and provide fans with athlete performance statistics.
Alvina Chen, the founder of Feldspar and a former professional athlete, aims to create visually captivating sports entertainment experiences by incorporating analytics into athletes' profiles and sharing traditionally elusive data with fans.
Chen founded Feldspar to innovate running track technology, combining sensor data and energy conversion to enhance athletes' performance, potentially pushing them to new levels. The startup aims to leverage technology for comprehensive improvements in athletics records.
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