Information patent search as an element of anti-doping engineering research in running sports

The development of modern sports is impossible without the use of innovative scientific and technical achievements and engineering developments. The states, in which the presented approach is successfully implemented, take leading positions in international competitions. This thesis is based on the relationship between the quality indicators of athletes and the use by them of progressive tools and equipment in the training, as well as the most advanced clothing and footwear. At first glance, outfit in running sports can be considered as an insignificant factor that does not contribute to the competition results. Field-specific manufacturers use various engineering and technological resources available and contribute to the effective activities of the sports consumers. There are certain discussions in professional running about an innovative topic — “technological doping”. Professionals involved in ensuring compliance with the rules and equal opportunities for winning in running competitions need special competences in information and digital technologies. Research with the use of specialized databases within the framework of intellectual property provides an opportunity to study innovative technical solutions introduced by manufacturers of sportswear and footwear.