The motion analysis technique usually involves a high-speed camera and a computer that has software allowing frame-by-frame playback of the video.
Traditionally, video motion analysis has been used in scientific circles for calculation of speeds of projectiles,[2] or in sport for improving play of athletes.
Recently, computer technology has allowed other applications of video motion analysis to surface, including things like teaching fundamental laws of physics to school students, or general educational projects in sport and science.
In sport, systems have been developed to provide a high level of task, performance and physiological data to coaches, teams and players.
Using video motion analysis software, the image on screen can be calibrated to the size of the scale enabling measurement of real world values.