Keskitetymät

Keskitetymät, also known as centralized timing, refers to a method of timing in sports, particularly in athletics, where a single, central timing system is used to record the performance of all athletes competing in an event. This system is designed to provide accurate and consistent timing data for all participants.

The central timing system typically consists of a main clock and multiple receiving units placed at the start and finish lines of the track. When an athlete passes a receiving unit, the system records the exact time of their passage. This data is then used to calculate the athlete's performance time, which is displayed on a central display for all competitors and officials to see.

The use of keskitetymät is intended to eliminate the need for individual stopwatches, which can be subject to human error and inconsistency. By centralizing the timing process, the system aims to ensure that all athletes are treated fairly and that the results are accurate and reliable.

Centralized timing systems are widely used in major athletic competitions, including the Olympic Games, World Championships, and other international events. They are also used in domestic competitions at the national and regional levels. The use of keskitetymät has become a standard practice in athletics, as it provides a fair and transparent method of timing that benefits all participants.