Bending Zone Technology
Bending Zone Technology uses a thinner cross section in the shaft's height to reduce stiffness for more control and feel. While increased stiffness in the head provides more pop. Combined the result is controlled power!

Aeromodular Technology
Features a frame with varying beam profiles at the throat, shaft and the head of the racquet, each of which are strategically shaped to reduce wind drag and boost swing speed. The result is easier access to power and spin

AEROMODULAR 2
With the introduction of the 2015 Pure Aero Line, Babolat adds a closed bumper with submerged string channels and Woofers along with long side/short side string installation.

AEROMODULAR 3
With the introduction of the 2019 Pure Aero Line, Babolat opens the bumper and removes the long side/short side string installation while keeping deeper string channels for protection against premature string breakage.

Woofer
*Woofer Technology from Babolat

THE FIRST DYNAMIC SYSTEM WHICH MAKES THE FRAME AND THE STRINGS INTERACT WHEN STRIKING THE BALL

A tennis racket is a frame with strings. The frame is basically static and holds the driving force of the racquet - the strings - in place. The strings are attached to both sides of the frame. Only some strings are active when struck by the ball. This means that racquets do not deliver their full potential. Babolat set out to imagine a racquet optimizing the frame and the strings - to invent a frame which permits all the strings to work together to their full potential when striking the ball.

PULLEY FUNCTION

• - The WOOFER eliminates string lock-up: the strings are free to move.
• - The whole surface area reacts on impact: with the WOOFER, more strings work together when striking the ball. The strings are interactive. This increases sweetspot size, improving forgiveness during off-center shots and absorbing much of the shock produced during ball impact.

PISTON FUNCTION

• - Increase in the Trampoline Effect: The piston function enables greater surface deformation on impact, delivering 10% extra power and ensuring that the strings retain their energy for a longer time.
• - Shock Absorption: The pistons act like a suspension system to dampen unwanted vibration.

Cortex
Babolat's Cortex dampening system is designed to reduce harsh impact vibrations and offer greater comfort during play.

Cortex Pure Feel
Starting with the 2018 Pure Drive line, Babolat introduces Cortex Pure Feel. For this version of Cortex, Babolat partners with a company called SMAC, which supplies a thin viscoelastic rubber that is uniquely tailored to absorbing impact vibration. According to Babolat, it also provides a great sound at impact along with a more direct feel. This version of Cortex is located in the shaft of the racquet.

Elliptic Geometry
Babolat's Elliptic Design promises no twisting, no bending and no added weight to your racquet. It provides:

• - Greater resistance to torque and flex (+20% compared to a traditional frame design) with no added weight.
• - Power with exceptional maneuverability.

GT Technology
GT construction provides excellent stability at ball impact. The additional rigidity provided by this technology allows for more power and precision, making it perfect for modern ball strikers!

The Active Cortex Technology reduces shock and vibration, leaving the player with a cleaner feel at impact.

EVO BEAM
Different thickness of the beam for less torque at ball impact and better responsiveness.

Aeromodular2
The second generation of Babolat's AEROMODULAR technology. Features a frame with varying profiles at the throat, shaft and the head of the racquet, each of which are strategically shaped to reduce wind drag and boost swing speed. It features internal Woofer and Cortex systems.

FSI Spin (Frame String Interaction)
Wider spaces between cross strings 5 - 12 for more ball bite. Oblong grommets for greater string "snapback" and higher RPMs (spin!!).

Hybrid Frame Construction
A mix of square and ellipictical frame shapes to provide the perfect balance of feel, precision and responsiveness.

FSI POWER Technology
Wider spacing between the cross strings to boost power, spin, comfort and playability!

For the 2018 Pure Drives only, Babolat adds diamond shaped grommets to the FSI Power technology. This gives the strings a greater range of movement, resulting in a further increase in power and comfort.

Material technology in the throat where a special carbon layer is woven into the graphite layup in order to increase torsional stability and control.

2021 Pure Drive - SWX Pure Feel
Babolat extends the SMAC (viscoelastic rubber) layer further up the shaft for increased dampening.

2019 Pure Aero
Babolat moves Cortex Pure Feel to 3 and 9 o'clock in the head. In addition to reducing harsh impact vibrations, this technology, when placed at this location, also increases dwell-time and spin potential.

2018 Pure Drive
Babolat places Cortex Pure Feel in the shaft in order to filter out harsh vibrations.

Cortex Pure Feel
For this version of Cortex Technology, Babolat partners with a company called SMAC, which supplies a thin viscoelastic rubber that is uniquely tailored to absorbing impact vibration. The material is put inside the frame between carbon layers. In addition to adding comfort, Babolat has designed this material technology to provide a great sound at impact along with a cleaner, more direct feel. The specific location of this technology varies with the racquet family.

Sonic Core Technology
Sonic Core Technology utilizes urethane and silicone in the head of the frame to increase dwell time and energy return for power and spin.

Sonic Core with Infinergy
Starting with the 2019 CX Series and continuing through the 2020 SX & FX series and 2021 CX series Dunlop updates their Sonic Core Technology with a material called Infinergy. According to Dunlop, Infinergy is the world's first E-TPU (expanded thermoplastic polyurethene). Developed by BASF, this super elastic material is placed at 10 & 2 o'clock. It is desgiend to increase the racquet's rebound properties, resulting in higher ball speed. It also enhances dampening for a more comfortable feel at impact.

Power Grid Technology

A thermoplastic elastomer used in the shaft in order to soften impact and give you a little extra arm-protection.

Grommet system that promotes string movement to increase cushioning and power at impact.

RZR
GAMMA RZR racquets were designed reduce drag allowing more acceleration and speed in the natural swing. The rounded radius surfaces, Tapered Bridge Beam and Low Profile Bumper allow the RZR to easily displace and channel air around the frame regardless of the angle of attack, improving racquet head speed on every shot.

Titanium Tennis Technology
FEATURE:
A composite weave of ultra-strong titanium and ultra-light graphite fibers which help with weight reduction, while maintaining stiffness and power.
BENEFIT:
Better frame maneuverability. Improves overall racquet stability.

SOFTAC Grip
FEATURE:
Soft elastomer compound and traction surface construction for increased feel and tact.
BENEFIT:
Prevents unintentional twisting of the racquet in a players hand. Also provides additional vibration dampening and perspiration absorption.

MicroGel Technology
FEATURE:
When combined with carbon composite fibers in the racquet head, MicroGel deforms and compresses upon ball impact, uniformly absorbing and distributing the impact load around the entire frame.
BENEFIT:
According to HEAD, MicroGel creates a rock-solid feel and improved comfort while offering extra stability against twisting.

d30
d3o belongs to the "smart materials" category, which is a futuristic material with abnormal behavior characteristics. More specifically, d3o belongs to a subcategory of "dilatant foams", which dramatically change their behavior under dynamic loading or impact. Integrated in the lay-up and positioned in the shaft of the racquet, d3o offers new possibilities for tennis players.
The d3o technology is able to sense the needs of the players during different strokes (it's able to adapt to you). On high-speed impacts (aggressive shots), the smart molecules lock together within nanoseconds and dramatically increase the stiffness of the whole racquet frame to provide maximum power. On slow-speed impacts (slice or drop shots), the d3o molecules absorb the impact to provide a softer touch for better feel. What does this mean to a tennis player? Passing shots are even harder and drop shots more precise, rewarding your spontaneity and supporting your courageous decisions.

This Dynamic 16x19 String Pattern puts 8 mains in the heart of the racquet to provide the control of a tight string pattern with the spin and forgiveness of an open pattern.

Graphene
Graphene XT is the next generation of Graphene. This evolution of the original Graphene utilizes bigger platelets which allow for better bonding. The result is a racquet that is 20% lighter and 30% stronger, thus allowing for an even more optimal distribution of weight to the poles. Ultimately, by creating a racquet that accelerates more easily, and by putting more mass at the tip, closer to where modern ball strikers make contact, this technology gives the player easier access to power!

Head Graphene Touch adds extra comfort and dampening to their powerful Graphene weighting system.

Head MxG technology uses a magnesium throat bridge for stability and control with Graphene Touch for superior dampening.

An innovative grommet system that allows for greater main string movement in both the in-plane direction (for greater snapback & spin) and the out-of-plane direction (for more power).

Graphene 360 uses Graphene in the shaft to enable counter weighting. It also features Graphene rings in the head at 3, 9 and 12 o'clock for increased torsional stability and more power.

Kinetic System Technology

Kinetic Classic: This is the original Kinetic Technology. It feature thousands of micro-bearings housed inside multiple chambers surrounding the entire racquet head. As the racquet swings forward, the micro-bearings move to the back wall of the frame, loading energy. When the racquet strikes the ball, this kinetic mass transfers forward, adding power and reducing frame shock and vibration.

Ki (Kinetic + Ionic): This is the second generation of the Kinetic System. It uses an Ionic coating process to alleviate all static electricity to fully optimize the dynamic power of the micro-bearings. The result is MORE power, MORE Stability and MORE comfort.

Ki Quadfocus (Kinetic + Ionic + Quadfocus): This third generation of the Kinetic System includes the Ionic coating process but also concentrates the location of the Kinetic chambers in only four compartments around the head: 10 & 2 and 8 & 4 o'clock. By relocating the secondary mass to less stable regions of the frame, ProKennex has created a more solid feeling racquet, one that better deploys the arm saving properties of Kinetic Technology.

2017 & 2019 Q+ Series: ProKennex improves Quadfocus Technology by expanding the Kinetic Energy Chambers by 25%! The result is even more vibration dampening along with greater torsional stability and shock reduction (according to ProKennex). Also with the Q+ Series ProKennex updated the frame chassis with a QShape to expand the sweetspot, representing a high performance output over a larger surface area.

2018 & 2020 Ki Series ProKennex adds a carbon coating to the Kinetic micro-bearings in the butt cap. Named the Comfort Cap, this handle technology has long been a part of the Kinetic series. It uses moveable mass to help provide "best of class" vibration dampening and comfort.

SpiralTech Carbon
A combination of stiff high modulus graphite (for power) and softer Spiral Tech graphite (for dampening). ProKennex claims this offers better playability than conventional graphite frames.

This innovate dampening technology comes from the pioneer of modern racquet dampening, Rene Lacoste. It uses a unique elastomer sleeve and metal counterweight to soak up harsh vibrations before they reach your arm.

O-Ports reduce drag, producing faster swing speeds
- Higher swing speeds make it easier to increase pace and spin!

2017 Phantom For the 2017 Phantom, Prince has created more rounded O-Ports, resulting in less string-on-racquet friction, which increases both comfort and power.

Textreme
Ultra thin carbon material integrated into the layup using an innovative weave, designed to boost overall stability without increasing stiffness.

TeXtreme X
The second generation of Textreme weaves Twaron directly into the graphite/textreme matrix. Like Kevlar, Twaron is an aramid designed to enhance dampening along with improving the sound of impact.

Constant Taper System (CTS)
The use of variable beam thickness to increase stability, power and flexibility.

Armor Cap
Reinforced bumper material to protect the racquet in high-wear areas.

EZ Lock Eyelet
Reinforced staging area for knots to preserve the life of the grommets.

EZ Lock+ Tecnifibre creates a larger, more effective knot-tying surface

Horse Back Strip
Bumps on the grommet strip to help the strings absorb more shock and transfer more energy to the ball. The result is added comfort and power!

This is the 2nd generation of Tecnifibre's advanced knot tie-off system. This version has been updated for more optimal tie-offs. It not only makes string installation easier, but it extends the life of the grommets.

VFeel Technologies

PLEASE NOTE: for 2020 Volkl's VCELL line has the same technologies as the VFEEL series but with 3x as much VCELL material for added comfort, stability and feel.

REVA Volkl updates its VSENSOR dampening system with a revolutionary material called EVA +, a unique compound & resin placed beneath the handle pallets. The result, according to Volkl, is 35% more resiliency for faster rebounding. It is also denser for greater dampening and more optimal feedback.

Other technologies include Volkl's Super Grommet System, which is a grommet technology that combines Volkl's Speed Grommets, which allows the strings to move in all possible directions, with V-Sponse material, which increases the "Spring Effect". The result is a grommet system that provides exceptional dampening and power.

POWER ARM
The dynamic properties of the POWER ARM produce maximum power for every tennis player. Being structurally decoupled from the racquet head, the POWER ARM is pulled backwards upon ball impact. The tennis ball plunges deeper into the stringbed. Right at the moment the ball changes direction, the recoil sets in: The POWER ARM recoils dynamically and leads to extreme acceleration on the ball.

Volkl Super Grommet System

Introduced with the V-Sense series, Volkl's Precise Power Beam combines Volkl's Classic and Organix beams. Less rounded than the beam on the Super G series, the Precise Power Beam has a more controlled feel.

Triad Technology
According to Wilson, the traditional one-piece racquet design may minimize critical playing characteristics (power, comfort, control) when attempting to maximize another.

But what if the hoop and the handle never touched? Not only could you maximize power in the hoop and control in the handle, you could isolate shock and prevent it from reaching the arm. For the first time ever, you could design a racquet that didn't compromise.

Introducing TRIAD, a revolutionary tri-component design that (according to Wilson) maximizes power, control, and comfort without compromising one for the other.

The hoop and the handle of a TRIAD racquet are designed as customized components. They never touch, thus making this one of the most dampened, low-shock racquets avaialble.

Hyper Carbon
Hyper Carbon is a space age material used primarily by the aerospace industry in the construction of satellites and state of the art airplanes. As defined by Wilson, Hyper Carbon is..."the first Ultra High Modulus graphite ever used in tennis racquets." Hyper Carbon is claimed to be 4 time stronger, 4 times stiffer and 65% lighter than titanium.

Hammer Technology
Hammer technology maintains the majority of racquet mass, or weight, in the head of the frame (head heavy balance), with the intention of increasing stability and power. In turn, weight is reduced in the shaft and handle, providing for a higher and larger sweetspot, or Center of Percussion (COP).

ProStaff
A timeless racquet style developed over 30 years ago. Features a head light balance, thin beam, braided graphite construction and perimeter weight system at 3 and 9 o'clock for torsional stability. Known for providing amazing control and feel.

Stretch:
A term meaning any Wilson racquet longer than the standard 27inch length. Stretch racquets provide more power (leverage), extend reach, and provide better angles when serving.

Dual Taper Beam:
Wilson's varying width of a racquet's cross-section. From a side view, the cross-section of a Dual Taper Beam racquet varies from thin-to-thick-to thin in the racquet's head-to-shoulder-to-handle regions respectively. This tapered design concentrates racquet stiffness in the primary area where the racquet bends during ball contact.

Amplifeel
Amplifeel handle technology provides an even cleaner and enhanced feel in the racquet. Amplifeel also allows for a more customized handle system providing additional handle comfort to further support maximizing the feel in each racquet and player segment.

Spin Effect Technology (S.E.T.)
Using fewer cross strings than main strings, this technology allows the main strings to deflect more for maximum snapback. The result is massive spin punctuated by balls that dive very sharply. This is the first racquet system that actually increases ball RPM without players needing to radically change their swing speed.
Watch the Wilson Spin Effect video

Parallel Drilling
Provides a consistent, more forgiving stringbed response while dramatically increasing the sweetspot.

Braided Graphite + Basalt
In this revolutionary new layup, Wilson braids Basalt with carbon graphite fiber throghout the entire frame. This is the first time Basalt has been braided. Since Basalt is so elastic, it allows the racquet's hoop to flex in ways that improve feel, dwell time and control.

X2 Shaft
Offers a longer handle to give two-handed backhands better feel and leverage. Also features a narrower shaft for quicker grip changes.

Carbon Fiber Graphite
High Modulus Graphite for a firm feel and explosive power.

Wilson X2 Ergo
A customizable handle shape creates optimal personalized feel for the modern two-handed backhand.

Countervail
Special Carbon Fiber that transfer less impact shock into the body. The result is less fatigue.

Integrated throat geometry and grommet technology that enables the ball to explode off your racquet. The enhanced geometry provides greater stability and power while the innovative yoke grommet creates more potential energy and ball dwell time on strings.

ISO (Isometric Square Head Shape)
This exclusive Yonex innovation results in a sweet spot up to 48% larger than a traditional oval head shape. According to Yonex, it ensures more power and control with fewer off-center shots.

OPS (O.P.S. System)
This unique feature is designed to give you more spin, control and feel for the ball. The narrow shaft flexes on impact, minimizing shock to the arm and increasing dwell time, or the amount of time the ball is in contact with the string bed.

3D Vector Shaft
Deeper groover in the shaft to improve racquet stiffness and reduce twisting. The result is an increase in power and precision. Please Note: Yonex updated their VCORE Technology starting with the 2014 fall/Winter VCORE line. The updates include grooves that extend all the way from the grip through the throat. Also, the Lower throat section was built up to add stability.

Micro Core
Reinforced areas at 10 and 2 o'clock provide greater stability, power and spin in the functional areas of the upper hoop where many advanced players make contact. Yonex adds carbon graphite and elastic particles to increase face stability and vibration dampening.

New Aero Fin Tecnology
In addition to the grooves on the inside of the frame's head, Yonex updates their Aero Fin technology by adding grooves to the outside of the frame's head at 10 & 2 o'clock. The result is decreased wind resistance and higher stroke speeds.

For the 2018 VCORE series Yonex adds Aero Fins to the lower portion of the head to further reduce wind drag and increase racquet speed.

A flexible carbon material added to the upper frame in order to optimize the response

For the 2021 VCORE series, Liner Tech offers more spin on off-centered shots. This technology utilizes straight-hole grommets which elongate the main strings by making the entry angle for the string more vertical, resulting in a horizontal sweet spot expansion and increased string movement.

For the EZONE series, this technology includes straight grommet holes along with optimal string spacing for greater control in the hitting zone and more forgiveness on off-center hits.