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just four thermally bonded panels. Its surface is etched with micro-textures and intentionally deep seams that are designed to stabilise air drag much like the dimples on a golf ball, keeping the ball on course, whether it’ s through Monterrey’ s humidity or Vancouver’ s wind.
However, the Trionda’ s true genius lies beneath the skin. Inside, Adidas has integrated a 500Hz Inertial Measurement Unit.
Unlike previous systems suspended in the centre of the ball, this sensor is side-mounted within a specialised layer. Capturing data 500 times per second, it acts as a digital“ heartbeat”, recording every touch, acceleration and spin.
“ We gave a heartbeat to the ball,” an Adidas technician told a journalist after
“ FIFA and Lenovo are fully embracing digital technologies and AI to support teams and match officials, while also providing a new mind-blowing experience to fans worldwide”
Gianni Infantino President FIFA
74 June 2026