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Pole Vaulting Mechanics

Quick fact

The world record in pole vaulting (6.23 m) is over twice the height of an average vaulter, achieved by converting about 80% of the runner's kinetic energy into gravitational potential energy.

Why this is interesting

A pole vaulter can launch themselves over a bar nearly twice their height. How does a simple carbon fiber pole turn a fast sprint into such an incredible leap?