The Qatar World Cup
What are the notable technological elements?
Which technologies arebeing used for the first time in World Cup history??
Let’s reveal! Did you guess correctly?
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Cooling systems installed in World Cup stadiums
Multiple technologies ensure the “health” of the turf
Qatar has a tropical desert climate
Even in winter, the temperature is not low
Therefore, this World Cup
has installed cooling systems in 7 out of the 8 stadiums
to provide a cool experience for players and spectators
while also maintaining the “health” of the turf
The 974 Stadium, located by the sea,
is the only stadium in this World Cup
not equipped with a cooling system
Its unique roof and seating arrangement design
allow the sea breeze to serve as the stadium’s natural air conditioning
The quality of the turf affects player performance
This World Cup uses a special type of grass
utilizingdesalination and rainwater collection technologies
combined withintelligent water-saving irrigation systems
to save approximately 40% of freshwater
Additionally, theseturf systems
also have systems to absorb excess moisture
to prevent fungal diseases or other turf ailments
Semi-Automated Offside Recognition Technology
Fast and Accurate
Offside decisions have always been a technical challenge in football matches
Relying solely on the naked eye
inevitably leads to misjudgments
In this World Cup,
FIFA has adopted
semi-automated offside recognition technology
Utilizing12 dedicated cameras in the stadium
29 data points on players
andmeasurement sensors built into the official match ball
Once a potential offside action occurs,
the new technology can automatically send an offside alert
to the video assistant referee
The chairman of FIFA’s Referees Committee, Collina, stated
this technology can
determine offside faster and more accurately
However, the final decision always rests with the match officials
The video assistant referee must report to the main referee
Match Ball
Fastest Flight Speed in World Cup History
In addition to the built-in measurement device,
the match ball for this World Cup
incorporates various advanced technologies
and its physical properties have also been enhanced compared to previous editions
Look, this football is named “Al Rihla”
The designers explain
the ball itself is very lightweight
Therefore,its flight speed in the air
is faster than any previous World Cup match ball
In terms of manufacturing technology,
the new stitching shape and surface texture of “Al Rihla”
significantly enhance its accuracy and stability
New Technology Assists Visually Impaired Fans
Sharing the Excitement of the World Cup
Additionally, this World Cup
has launched a series of services for people with disabilities
which also utilize a lot of new technology
“Bonocle”
is the world’s first Braille entertainment platform
The platform is equipped with an electronic device
designed specifically for visually impaired individuals
During this World Cup,
the platform can convert various information into Braille
to help visually impaired individuals
enjoy the joy and excitement brought by the World Cup
Source: CCTV-1 “Evening News”
Producer: Tan Yiyong Producer: Park JingEditor-in-Chief: Fang Weiping Editor: Ge JingranEditor: Yan Ziwang