Incredible Man vs. Machine Ping Pong Match

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Sci-Fi movies have come to life. Run for your life! German robotics firm KUKA has developed the world’s fastest robotic tennis machine. To create a buzz about the KUKA KR Agilus, they set up the first ever duel between a robot and a human. It’s gone viral and created quite a buzz. Watch in amazement.

“Not the best in table tennis. But probably the best in robotics.”

KUKA KR Agilus

The KUKA KR Agilus can serve, return shots, and make calculated moves with remarkable precision. This well-oiled machine displays a combination of speed, precision, and flexibility. You can’t help but give KUKA credit for creating such a fascinating machine.
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How to Replace Pool Table Cushions in 1 Hour

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Replacing pool table cushions and rails is easy and simple. All you need are a set of new rails, a staple gun, glue, a sharp knife, and a straight edge! If you’re trying to save some money and hold on to your trusty pool table, you can learn how to replace pool table rails by reading this 5 Part Guide.

Students enjoying game of pool

Pool table cushions are supposed to last 20-25 years but as with everything else in life, this is not always the case. Sometimes rails can fail after only 5-10 years of play. Obviously this all depends on use and maintenance of your pool table. For those who play occasionally, your pool table will last up to nearly 20 years with no problems. Pool tables used in bars, pubs, and other commercial venues tend to to see much higher use, causing cushions to wear our much quicker.
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How to Play 9 Ball Pool – Complete List of Rules

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9 Ball Pool is played with 9 balls labeled 1-9 and a cue ball. 9 Ball is a rotation game wherein players try to shoot at the lowest number on the table. Balls do not need to be pocketed in numerical order, however the cue ball must strike the lowest numbered ball on the table first. Are the ideas beginning to flow? In order to win, you must be the first to pocket the 9 ball.

9 Ball – Notice how the 1 ball is at the point and the 9 ball is in the middle of the rack.

This simple list of 9 Ball Rules is brought to you by Game Tables Online. This is where serious billiards players shop!
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Snooker Rules – How to Play the Right Way

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Snooker is a popular billiards game that is similar to pool. The object of snooker is to score more points than the opposing player. Sounds simple right? Points are scored by pocketing balls in the correct order using a numerical sequence. Here’s all the Snooker Rules that you need to know!

Pool vs Snooker – What’s the Difference?

Many people confuse the two games or think that they are simply different names of the same game. The truth is, snooker and pool are two very different games. Pool popular in the United States while Snooker is played more commonly in countries where Great Britain historically held colonial control. This includes areas like Europe, Canada, and the Middle East. Here’s the main differences between pool and snooker.
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Darting for Dummies

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Throwing a dart may seem like a pretty simple task but looks can be deceiving. If you’ve ever tried to hit the bulls-eye, you know that it’s not quite as easy as you would think. Learning how to throw a dart takes sound advice and practice. Welcome to Darting 101. Class is in session!

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Darting Stance

Start by placing your dominant foot forward. This should be the same as your throwing arm. Feet should be spaced comfortably about arms width apart. You want to directly face the dart board as if you were looking yourself in the mirror. Shoulders should remain parallel to the dart board. If this is uncomfortable, you can adjust the angle of your shoulders between 50-80 degrees relative to the board. Every person is different but you want to stay facing your target as much as possible.
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Air Hockey Table Troubleshooting Guide

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Turning on your air hockey table to find out that it isn’t working correctly can be disheartening to say the least. Here at Game Tables Online, we want to make sure that your air hockey table keeps you and your friends entertained for years to come! We’ve put together this air hockey table troubleshooting guide for all of the common problems that you may experience.

Atomic 90″ Top Shelf Air Hockey Table

In order to be able to fix your table, we recommend that you have a firm understanding of how air hockey tables work. This basic understanding will help you pin point the problem and get you back in action! Continue reading →

How to Choose Billiards Balls

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Having a quality set of billiards balls can significantly affect your performance during a match. The way the ball reacts to impact from your cue stick, its bounce, resilience, and ability to transfer energy can completely change the feel of the game.

Increased friction can slow game speed while an unevenly weighted ball will result in wild shots that seem to have a mind of their own. The best pool table balls are made of phenolic resin and can dramatically improve accuracy, stability, and power.

Materials Used in the Past

Billiards balls have come a long way since their commencement by French Nobility back in the 15th century. Ivory, clay, wood, celluloid, bakelite, crystallite, and steel have all been used to make pool table balls at some point in time during the lengthy history of pool tables.
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Research Proves That Game Rooms Improve Academic Performance and Emotional Wellness

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The next time your parents tell you to stop horsing around and put your nose in a good book, you can tell them that you’re improving your cognitive development. Don’t worry, there is truth in this statement that may be able to get you some extra hours shooting pool or sliding a puck across your air hockey table.

Several research studies have all concluded that game rooms improve performance in the classroom. Similar to the cognitive benefits observed in children who play musical instruments, billiards, foosball, and other game tables can help develop areas of the brain that are neglected in traditional studies.
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The Pro Series Foosball Table by Great American

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Brought to you by Great American, the Pro Series Foosball Table is the perfect addition to any sports bar, rec room, or even your own home game room. The Pro Series is built for true foosball players who know how to tell a quality table apart from a poorly built unit that will bend, warp, and break in less than a year. Made in the USA, the Pro Series is a remarkable foosball table that won’t disappoint.

Founded in 1990 by David Celani, the folks at Great American Recreation Equipment are well aware of quality workmanship. You see, David Celani ventured into foosball tables after building a successful cabinetry company. With this background in woodworking, Great American has become recognized as one of the best foosball manufacturers on the market. Listed among the likes of Garlando and Tornado, Great American’s Pro Series Table is built to last a lifetime.Pro Series Foosball Table by Great American
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The Best Sport For Your Brain

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Researchers and scientists have agreed that table tennis is the best sport for your brain. This fast-paced game is challenging and equally rewarding. Clinical Neuroscientist and Psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen calls table tennis “The Best Brain Sport.” In a book entitled Making A Good Brain Great: The Amen Clinic Program for Achieving and Sustaining Optimal Mental Performance, Dr. Amen explains how the body’s main organ can benefit from a friendly game of table tennis.

Dr. Amen explains that regular exercise boosts hormones in the body that keep your brain young. Physical activities increase circulation to the brain and promotes cell health. So what set’s ping pong apart from other sports in terms of mental health? Ping Pong is a game of strategy, coordination, and concentration.

Dr. Wendy Suzuki explaining why ping pong is the best brain sport. Yes, that’s a real human brain! Watch the full video below.

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