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Penn Engineer Explores Physics of Artificial Versus Real Grass in Sports

10 Jun 2026 2:26 a.m.

Mechanical engineer Paulo Arratia from the University of Pennsylvania discusses the material differences between natural grass and synthetic turf. He explains how applied physics shapes these surfaces and impacts athletic performance during the summer sports season.

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