Scrum Machine Meredith Grow Alencia Woodard Advised by: Elizabeth Schlaeger, P.E. Dr. Kris Sadler

Rugby English sport Ancestor of American football General rules of the game Penalties Knock-ons Off-sides

The Scrum Purpose Positioning Correct Posture Injuries

Problem Poor scrummage technique Causes spinal injuries Loss of scrum power Needed Additional instructional tools Increased player experience

Objective Device Attachment to an existing rugby scrum machine Design Structure  Fully adjustable  Compatible with most commercially available scrum machines  Quick and easy adjustment Target techniques  Staying low  Keeping the back flat

Objective (cont.)

Progress Patent search completed No such device found Literature review Biomechanics resources Injury rates Demands/Wishes Completed Preliminary design

Proposed Designs Design #1Design #2

Current Work Biomechanical analysis Arrange meeting with either Dr. Miga or Dr. Giorgio Finalize solution Select materials Receive patent block on web page

Future Work Construct prototype Testing Collect user input Compile research for paper Begin poster design Apply for patent