Goggles

   Used to protect the eyes and improve visibility underwater

   Lap card

   A card displayed by a turn judge at the turn side of a lane to inform swimmers in 800m and 1500m freestyle events.

   Starting blocks

   Swimming cap

   Used to keep hair clear of eyes.

   Swim suit

   Touch pad

   The pad at the end of each lane in the pool where a swimmer's time is registered and sent electronically to the timing system.

Credit: IOC

For further info., please visit http://www.olympic.org/uk/sports/programme/disciplines_uk.asp?DiscCode=SW.