Previous studies have shown that the downward force measured at the AFD (Anti-Friction Device) during a forward release represents the forces acting on the skier's leg more accurately than the conventional method of release, and provides safer release characteristics. Axiomatic design was applied (Suh 1990). A binding system was designed incorporating a linkage and spring system that releases the boot heel at a preset force acting on the AFD. A prototype was built and tested.

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Creator

• Nealley, Ryan Chandler
• Wilhelmsen, Shane Christian

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• 01D330M

Advisor

• Brown, Christopher A.

Year

• 2001

Date created

• 2001-01-01

Resource type

• Major Qualifying Project

Major

• Mechanical Engineering

Rights statement

• In Copyright