Pole Vault Biomechanics Simulator

Kinetic Engine v2.4
PRESETS:
0.00s
Bar Clearance
5.82 m
Energy Efficiency
86.4%
Achilles Peak Load
6.8 kN
Vault Outcome
Clean Clearance
Landing Zone
Center Mat Safe
Kinetic (Ek): 3311 J Pole Strain (Ee): 0 J Potential (Ep): 735 J Total: 4046 J

Biomechanical Parameters

Approach Velocity (Sprint Speed) 9.4 m/s
Elite men sprint at 9.2-9.8 m/s carrying the pole before planting.
Pole Flex Rating 195 lbs
Higher rating = stiffer carbon-glass matrix, requiring higher takeoff energy to bend.
Grip Height 4.85 m
Lever arm distance from pole plug to top hand placement.
Plant & Takeoff Angle 32°
Angle between plant vector and ground at the moment of box impact.
Athlete Mass 75 kg
Body mass affects both kinetic momentum and gravitational demand.
Target Crossbar Height 5.80 m
Interactive bar target to test clean clearance vs knockdown.

Kinetic Conversion & Injury Pathology Diagnosis

Achilles Tendon Eccentric Strain: Normal
Takeoff ground-reaction impact generates safe physiological stretch-shortening forces below the 8.5 kN rupture threshold.
Chord Deflection & Energy Storage: Optimal
Kinetic energy matches pole spring constant. The pole bends deeply without stalling or violently rejecting the vaulter into the runway.
Trajectory & Pit Safety: Clean Landing
Center of mass reaches apex with sufficient horizontal momentum to clear the box hazard and land safely in the foam pit.
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