Dynamic characteristics and mechanisms of table tennis blades with the inclusion of special fiber laminates

Several series of special fiber laminates with different performance were designed and fabricated by chemical vapor deposition method. The dynamic responses of table tennis blades were found adjustable with the inclusion of different fiber laminates. The dynamic characteristics and mechanisms of the blades were analyzed and measured by finite element method (FEM) and non-contact mode measurement method. The first and second order frequencies of the blades can be adjusted in the range of 115-127 Hz, and 179-198 Hz, respectively, which cover the performances of most popular market products. The FEM and non-contact mode measurement method are both proved to be feasible on designing and studying the characteristics of table tennis blades.