Mechanics of Oscar Pistorius's running blades
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mechanics-of-oscar-pistorius-s-running-blades-186-2631027
title:
Mechanics of Oscar Pistorius's running blades
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The mechanics of the running blades used by South African former Paralympic runner Oscar Pistorius depend on special carbon-fiber-reinforced polymer prosthetics. Pistorius has double below-the-knee amputations and competed in both non-disabled and T44 amputee athletics events. Pistorius's eligibility to run in international non-disabled events is sanctioned by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF). Pistorius began running in 2004 after a rugby knee injury which led to reh
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Blades used by South African Paralympic runner Oscar Pistorius
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mechanics_of_Oscar_Pistorius%27s_running_blades
date created:
2012-09-20T20:21:16Z
date modified:
2024-09-08T00:11:26Z
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