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Feather Shuttle Cock Weight and Dimensions

Feather Shuttlecock Specifications.

Weight

The shuttlecock should weigh between 4.74 grams and 5.50 grams.

Dimensions

  1. Number of Feathers: A standard shuttlecock has 16 feathers, typically from the left wing of a goose or duck.
  2. Length of Feathers: The feathers should measure between 62 mm and 70 mm in length from the tip to the base where they are attached to the cork.
  3. Diameter of Feather Circle: The diameter of the circle formed by the tips of the feathers should range between 58 mm and 68 mm.
  4. Cork Base: The base (usually made of cork) should have a diameter of 25 mm to 28 mm.

The shuttlecock must be designed to provide a stable flight trajectory during play.

Badminton Court Measurements

The standard badminton court measurements, according to the Badminton World Federation (BWF), are as follows:

Court Dimensions:

  1. Total Court Length: 13.40 meters (44 feet)
  2. Total Court Width:
    • For Singles: 5.18 meters (17 feet)
    • For Doubles: 6.10 meters (20 feet)

Key Areas:

  1. Net Height:
    • At the center: 1.524 meters (5 feet)
    • At the posts: 1.55 meters (5 feet 1 inch)
  2. Service Area Measurements:
    • Short Service Line (distance from the net): 1.98 meters (6.5 feet)
    • Long Service Line for Singles (distance from the back boundary): 5.18 meters (17 feet)
    • Long Service Line for Doubles (distance from the back boundary): 4.72 meters (15 feet 6 inches)
  3. Distance from Net to Back Boundary Line:
    • 6.70 meters (22 feet) (half of the total court length)
  4. Center Line:
    This divides the width of the service area into two equal parts.

These dimensions ensure fair play for both singles and doubles formats.

Badminton Racket Measurements

Total Length: The racket should not exceed 680 mm (68 cm).
Total Width: The racket should not exceed 230 mm (23 cm).
Frame: The frame includes the head, shaft, and handle. The frame’s shape can vary, but its overall size should adhere to the total length and width limits.
Stringed Area (Head): The area with the stringing is where contact with the shuttlecock is made. It cannot exceed 280 mm in length and 220 mm in width.
Shaft: The shaft connects the handle to the head and is usually 6-9 mm in diameter, depending on the racket design and brand.

These measurements are in line with regulations set by the Badminton World Federation (BWF).