Why Partner with the Center for Sports Engineering & Performance?

  • Established engineering credibility and capability grounded in rigorous experimental and computational methods.
  • Experience in informing professional sport policy
  • R1 research infrastructure
  • Access to interdisciplinary expertise across engineering and human performance
  • Independent, objective technical authority

Capabilities

  • High-speed impact testing
  • Finite element modeling and simulation
  • Materials and composite characterization
  • Bat and ball performance analysis
  • Helmet and protective equipment evaluation
  • Wearable sensor validation
  • Standards and certification consulting

Who We Work With

Leagues and Governing Bodies

We provide independent testing, engineering analysis, and standards development support. Our work has influenced bat durability protocols, equipment certification systems and performance regulations.

Sporting Goods Manufacturers

We conduct material characterization, durability analysis, impact testing and product validation. Our laboratories support confidential R&D projects and pre-market evaluation.

Wearable and Performance Technology Companies

We validate sensor systems, evaluate measurement accuracy and assess real-world performance applications. Our experience includes embedded inertial sensors, impact monitoring systems and apparel electronics.

Emerging Sports and Standards Development Entities

From baseball to pickleball, we collaborate on test method development and ASTM standards engagement.

Collaborate with Us

Interested in partnering with the Center for Sports Engineering and Performance? 

Email SportsEngineering@uml.edu