equipment

TOPIC IV
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1.) Racket
The badminton racket is one of the most important
tools a player has in the game.
Badminton rackets are much lighter than most other
sports rackets because they are made from materials
such as carbon fiber or lighter metals such as
aluminum.
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Racket

FRAME
The body of the racket itself is called the frame. It consists of the
head, the stringed area, the throat, the shaft, and the handle.
According to BWF laws, the length of the frame should be no longer
than 680 millimeters or wider than 230 millimeters.
The weight of a fully strung frame should be between 80 and 100
grams. Frames can come in different shapes, with larger or smaller
sweet spots, and can be more or less flexible, depending on the
materials used and the construction.
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Racket

HEAD
The head of the racket is the ring of material that holds the strings in
place. It can be oval or more rounded, and has holes in its perimeter
though which the strings are laced.
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Racket

STRINGED AREA
The stringed area is made up of nylon or carbon fiber string
that is interwoven to form the face of the racket. Its
dimensions, according to BWF rules, must not exceed 280
millimeters in length or 220 millimeters in width.

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Racket

THROAT
The throat connects the head to the shaft. It may be a separate
triangular piece at the base of the head, or may actually be
integrated into the head itself.
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Racket

SHAFT
The shaft is the long rod between the throat and handle. Often
made of a composite material such as graphite, the shaft can
be stiffer or more flexible based on the needs of the player.
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Racket
HANDLE
The handle connects to the shaft and is used to hold the racket.
The handle is covered with a material called the grip. There are
two types of grips: towel grips are good for absorbing
moisture, but may need to be changed frequently; synthetic
grips are less absorbent but more durable.
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2.) SHUTTLECOCK
The badminton shuttlecock also referred to as a shuttle or
birdie acts similarly to a ball in other racket sports.
However, the design of the birdie creates more drags as it is
propelled through the air due to its feathered shape.
TYPES OF A
SHUTTLECOCK
Feather Shuttlecocks
Generally used by intermediate to professional level players.
Easier to control than nylon shuttles - net spin and slice can also be achieved
Made from duck or goose feathers, with goose favoured by elite players.
Good to excellent shuttle flight.
Not recommended for beginners as poor technique and timing can break
the feathers quickly.
Low durability in comparison to nylon shuttles
In order to help durability it's recommended they're stored in a generally
humid environment, so that the feather don't get brittle and dry, leading to
quicker breakage
TYPES OF A
SHUTTLECOCK
Plastic Shuttlecocks:
Used mainly by beginner, recreational and lower-level club players.
Plastic shuttlecocks are made from nylon material
Fast flight - plastic shuttles generally decelerate slower than feathers,
usually resulting in a faster-paced game with less control or touch
play.
Fantastic durability. Plastic shuttles last for a long time, sometimes up
to 100 games before wearing out
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SHUTTLECOCK
Hybrid Shuttlecocks:
A combination of plastic and feather.
As a more recent development there are very few currently available in the
UK. The most established hybrid is the Kawasaki King Kong 500 Hybrid
The end feathers are duck/goose feathers, whilst the frame of the shuttle is
synthetic.
Longer durability than conventional feathers.
Cheaper than most full feather shuttlecocks due to lower manufacturing
costs.
Inferior flight path and control when compared to a high grade full-feather
shuttlecock

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SHUTTLECOCK

FEATHER
HYBRID PLASTIC
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3.) Net -
A mesh net divides the badminton court into two sides. A badminton net is placed lower than a
volleyball net at five feet and one inch high on the sides and five feet high in the center.
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GAME
PART I
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This is the game that originated in

Siam, China over 2,000 years ago. It
was brought to England in 1870 and
was played somewhat like tennis.
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The long rod between the throat and

handle. Often made of a composite
material such as graphite, the shaft can
be stiffer or more flexible based on the
needs of the player.
SHAFT
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This is the type of

shuttlecock that generally
used by intermediate to
professional level players.
 Feather
Shuttlecock
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It became a full-medal Olympic

sport, with competition for men’s
and women’s singles (one against
one) and doubles (two against
two).
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It is made up of nylon or
carbon fiber string that is
interwoven to form the face of
the racket.
Stringed Area