German Startup Invents Cycling Helmet That Inflates And Deflates To Fit In Your Pocket
New and clever ideas to keep cyclists safe are becoming more common. One of the newest ideas hitting the market is a helmet that can inflate like a balloon. This helmet is great because not only is it strong enough to protect your head well if you fall, but it's also easy to take with you when you're not riding your bike.??
A company from Germany called Inflabi came up with this cool helmet design that ticks all the boxes for riders in need of a less bulky and more safe option.
A German Startup Makes An Inflatable Cycling Helmet
Right now, the inflatable helmet is still being tested and is not available on the market yet, but it has been patented. Still at the prototype stage, it uses different air chambers that can be filled with air to protect your head in case of a crash.?The company that created it says that it can absorb up to four times more energy than a regular helmet made of foam.
The helmet is made to fit all heads, no matter the size or shape, and can be blown up with air and let out in just a few seconds. It's also conveniently compact, so it does not take up much space. This could be a helpful innovation, as it could end up nudging people who usually don't wear helmets to start using one, with it being easy to carry around and great for safety purposes. Wearing a helmet is really important for staying safe while biking, and this new innovation is killing two birds with one stone.
Inflabi Is Not The Only Company Working On Such A Product
Another company known as Bumpair from France has also been working on a similar idea. They designed an inflatable helmet that has a strong fabric covering and uses pressurised air to protect the head well. The company claims that its helmet is up to eight times better at protecting your head compared to a regular helmet.??
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