A shuttlecock (also called a birdie or shuttle, or ball) is a high-drag projectile used in multiple sports, most notably badminton. It has an open conical shape formed by feathers or a synthetic material, such as plastic, embedded into a rounded cork (or rubber) base. Badminton Shuttlecock: Buy Feather & Plastic Shuttlecock at best price, India. Shop from wide range of Badminton Shuttlecocks like YONEX, HEAD, RSL etc. The progress of shuttlecock design is driven by the pursuit of excellence in badminton equipment. Manufacturers engage in research and development to enhance shuttlecock performance, addressing factors such as flight stability, durability, and environmental sustainability. Shuttlecock Fundamentals The badminton shuttlecock , also known as a Shuttle, Birdie, Volant, or Ball, is the object hit between two people playing badminton. The Shuttle is characterised by two parts, the base (or head), and the skirt. The shuttle is the only sports object designed to slow down once hit instead of speed up.
