The utilisation of an impulse of force in self-defence

Abstract

This article is focused on the utilisation of force, specifically the impulse of force in self-defence. It also points out the fact that this field suffers from a great shortage of specialised measurements and experiments. This results in the general public, professionals and authorities active in criminal proceeding shaving distorted views. Further, the article describes the research focused on the impulse of force of a straight punch. The article consists of the description of the actual experiment, individual elements and equipment employed together with the analysis of the results. The written part is supported by photographs for better illustration. Copyright © (2012) by the International Measurement Federation (IMEKO).