NC State textile experts explain technology behind Winter Olympic uniforms

Feb 27, 2026

As athletes vie for gold at the Winter Olympics, every little competitive edge makes a difference. Even their clothing needs to be at peak performance. “What is the athlete doing? What mobility do they need in the garment,” Brooke Anderson said. Anderson is a textile engineer who asked those questions during her time working for Nike during the 2024 Paris games. She worked on the materials used for skateboarding and breakdance.

 

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