Ergometry and Mechanical Energy

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Questions and Answers

Which formula correctly expresses the relationship between work, force, and distance?

Work = Force + Distance

Work = Force - Distance

Work = Force / Distance

Work = Force X Distance (correct)

What does power indicate in the context of mechanical ergometry?

The resistance to overcome in an exercise

The total amount of work done

The intensity at which work is performed (correct)

The distance an object is moved

Which of the following statements about ergometers is true?

All ergometers measure anaerobic power equally.

Ergometers are exclusively for measuring aerobic performance.

Ergometry can include devices like ski and kayak ergometers. (correct)

The specificity of ergometers is not relevant for fitness assessment.

In order to assess aerobic power, which factor is crucial when selecting an ergometer?

The muscle groups utilized by the ergometer Signup and view all the answers

What is the unit for measuring power in the context of ergometry?

Watts Signup and view all the answers

What is the force exerted by a 130kg object accelerating at 3m/s²?

390N Signup and view all the answers

Which object has a greater force when comparing an 80kg object with an acceleration of 4m/s² and a 130kg object with an acceleration of 3m/s²?

130kg object with 3m/s² Signup and view all the answers

To overcome a force of 220N, how much force must a person weighing 90kg exert while running?

220N Signup and view all the answers

Calculate the work done by a 60 kg female taking 30 steps/min for 20 minutes with a step height of 0.20m.

70560 J Signup and view all the answers

What is the power produced if the work done is 70560 J over a duration of 1200 seconds?

60 W Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following options presents the correct formula for calculating work?

Work = force x distance Signup and view all the answers

If an object has a mass of 80kg and accelerates at 4m/s², what is its force output?

320N Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following scenarios is more mechanical work being done?

60 kg female takes 30 steps/min for 20 mins Signup and view all the answers

What would be the acceleration required for an object with a mass of 100kg to exert a force of 440N?

4.4 m/s² Signup and view all the answers

When tackling an opponent, which of the following factors would NOT directly influence the force exerted?

Frontal area of the player Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ergometry: Mechanical Energy Production

Ergometry measures mechanical energy production.
Force: The resistance to overcome.
Work: The amount of exercise performed.
Power: The intensity of exercise.
Ergometer: Devices used to measure work and power.
- Various types: swim, step, run, cycle, row, kayak, ski etc.
When considering ergometry, it is vital to address: Validity and Reliability.
- Validity: The accuracy of measurement and whether it measures what is intended to be measured.
- Reliability: The consistency and reproducibility of measurements.

Mechanical Energy

Mechanical Energy = Capacity to perform Work.
Work: The energy imparted onto an object when moved to a higher potential energy position.
Work= Force X Distance [N.m, = Joule (J)]
- Force = Mass X Acceleration
Work = Mass X Acceleration X Displacement
Power: The rate at which work is/can be done or performed.
- Power= Work/Time [J.s-1, Watts]

Work and Power Examples

Scenario 1 (Force): Who has the most Force?
- Person 1: a = 3m/s/s, m = 80kg, F = 240N.
- Person 2: a = 4m/s/s, m = 80kg, F = 320N.
- Person 2 has the most force as their acceleration is greater.
Scenario 2 (Force): Who has the most Force?
- Person 1: a = 3m/s/s, m = 130kg, F = 390N.
- Person 2: a = 4m/s/s, m = 80kg, F = 320N.
- Person 1 has the most force as their mass is larger.
Example of Calculating Force:
- If someone weighing 90kg wants to overcome a 220N force, they need to be running with a specific acceleration.
- The force generated by the runner needs to exceed the 220N force to overcome the opposition.

Different Ergometers & their Uses

Monarch Cycle Ergometer:
- Friction braked ergometer - creates mechanical resistance against a flywheel.
- As cadence increases, work increases.
- Pros: Easy to use, cheap, calibrate, robust.
- Cons: Limited precision of work rate control, reducing reliability. Maintaining a set wattage requires maintaining the same cadence.
Treadmill:
- Typically motorized
- Incline slope or attached to a load cell to measure work.
- Pros: Highly specific, encourage central v's peripheral fatigue.
- Cons: Cost/size, variability in running efficiency (less reliable in energy cost unless measured).
Bench Step:
- Work: Typically varied by altering cadence (faster cadence = greater mechanical work).
- Example Calculation: 60kg female, 30 steps/min for 20 mins @ 0.20 m step height.
- Work: 60 kg x 9.8 m·s-2 x 0.20 m x 0.5 ·s-1 x 1200 s = 70 560 J.
- Power: 70 560/1200 s = 60 J ·s-1 = 60 Watts.

Calculations and Considerations

Work on a Treadmill:
- Work = Force x Displacement or Work = Force x sin θ x speed x exercise duration (if angle of treadmill from ground is known).
- Example: 50 kg female, 5km/hr, incline of 8° for 1 hr.
- Work = 50kg x sin8° x 5000m/hr x 1 hr = 34 800kg/m (note: make sure your units for time are the same).
- Power = 34 800kg-m / 60mins = 580 kg-m per min.

Ergometry Summary

- Many applications for ergometry, depending on what is being measured and the required accuracy.
- **Consider**: 
    - **Validity:** Does it produce the desired stress? Does it measure what you want?
    - **Reliability:** How reproducible is the stress?
    - **Practicality:** Cost, portability, ruggedness, safety etc.

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This quiz covers key concepts in ergometry and mechanical energy production, focusing on force, work, and power. Understand the principles of measurement validity and reliability in ergometric assessments. Additionally, explore various types of ergometers and the relationship between force, mass, and acceleration.