Scientists from Stanford University rated the Hövding 3 helmet as 8 times safer than a normal helmet.
Swedish Hövding he thought something like this: if he protects his head from impacts in cars airbag, why not have an airbag cyclists too? This is how the Hövding collar was created, which automatically snaps when the rider falls 0.1 seconds it inflates in the helmet and thus before impact protects the head and neck.
Sensors in the collar analyze the rider's movements 200 times per second and are constantly on the lookout for any unusual movement that would mean the rider is falling. Already in your own third version Hövding 3 got something useful innovations. New battery she will last 12 hours continuous monitoring of the rider, and its capacity can be checked via mobile applications. It will also be able to warn the cyclist about road sections where accidents have already occurred. Also added a function for emergency call. Despite the unusual design, the collar is usable comfortable and completely adjustable. There are already 185 thousand proud owners of this inflatable helmet, and on the official website it is sold for 299 euros.
Gallery: Hövding 3
More information:
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