iskuvoimat
Iskuvoimat (singular: iskuvoima) is a Finnish term that translates to "impact forces" in English. It refers to the forces generated during a rapid contact, such as a strike, collision, or crash. In Finnish usage the term is used in both scientific and athletic contexts, often described in terms of peak impact force, impulse, and contact duration.
In science and engineering, iskuvoimat are analyzed to evaluate how structures or materials withstand impacts, and
In sports and fitness, iskuvoima may refer to punching power or striking power, the combined effect of