Ever wondered why top shooters sometimes miss crucial shots? It's probably not their hands, but what's going on in their brains. Nanoloop, a Shenzhen-based tech firm, is using a brain-computer interface to help athletes quantify their mindset.
The Nuromova N1 tracks brainwave data during movement and performance, allowing coaches and athletes to monitor real-time changes in their minds. As a coach explains, the core of this data interpretation lies in the dynamic relationship between focus and pressure. For years, such mental state data could not be quantified, yet it often determines who wins in the final round. This device turns the undetectable into measurable data, providing a solid reference for pinpointing an athlete’s condition and enabling personalized training interventions.
Currently, the device is being used in precision sports such as shooting, archery, and golf. The company is also looking to expand into dynamic sports like track and field, tennis, badminton, and even football. It represents a shift in how technology helps athletes achieve peak performance, making it a true "game-changer" in sports gear.
Reporter: Xie Maishi
Video by: Pan Jiajun
Design by: Lai Meiya