Journal of Research and Development
Open Access
ISSN: 2311-3278
ISSN: 2311-3278
Aarushi Maheshwari*, Madhura Donde and Jawahar Nidamboor
The paper offers an interdisciplinary perspective into the link between physics and dance by analysing and synthesizing ten studies concerning a variety of dance forms: Ballet, Flamenco, Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Irish dance, Salsa, Tango, Breakdance, Hip-hop, and Tap. Each dance form elucidates the manner in which foundational physics concepts-ground reaction forces, impulse-momentum, angular momentum, conservation, rotational inertia, postural control, acoustics-are simultaneously involved in body movements, performance artistry, and injury occurrence. Some of the commonalities, which appear across the styles, involve some dependency on interactions with the ground and rotational mechanics; meanwhile, typical differences lie in aesthetic intentions, axes of rotation, and in acoustic versus kinetic considerations. By studying dance through the lens of physics, the work brings forth its premise that mechanics are applied in actuality by the dancer, while physics gains fertile ground for contextualized instances of human motion. Such an interdisciplinary insight can serve as the impetus for enhanced performance, training safety, and appreciation of dance as applied science and art.
Published Date: 2025-12-16; Received Date: 2025-11-16