Dr. Yuvaraj Ramasamy, PhD

Dr. Yuvaraj Ramasamy is an experienced Sports Biomechanist and Performance Analyst at the National Sports Institute of Malaysia (NSI), and an ISPAS Level 5 Certified Performance Analyst. With a strong foundation in engineering and biomechanics, Dr. Yuvaraj plays a pivotal role in bridging science, coaching, and performance across athletics, badminton, and combat sports. His expertise lies in delivering comprehensive biomechanical and performance analysis services to support elite athlete development. He works closely with coaches to identify sport-specific performance models, optimize technique, and prepare training cycles using objective data, including time-motion analysis, force profiling, and neuromuscular metrics. Dr. Yuvaraj is adept at translating data into actionable insights, ensuring that both qualitative and quantitative gaps in performance are effectively addressed. He collaborates with multidisciplinary stakeholders to enhance training strategies, monitor progress, and implement evidence-based interventions.

Core Capabilities and Equipment Expertise:
• 3D Motion Capture: Qualisys
• Electromyography & Kinetics: Noraxon MyoMuscle,
MyoMotion, MyoPressure, MyoVideo
• Force & Gait Analysis: Bertec Instrumented Treadmill, Kistler Force Plates
• Strength & Isokinetics: Primus RS, Biodex Dynamometer, BTE Tech-Trainer
• Performance Measurement Tools: MuscleLab (laser gun, IMU, contact grid), PowerKube (Combat)
• Eye Tracking & Video: SMI Eye Tracking, Fastec High-Speed Cameras

Education:
 PhD in Biomechanics – Faculty of Engineering, University Malaya
 Master of Engineering Science (Biomechanics) – University Malaya
 Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Mechatronics – University Selangor