The Revolutionary Head Impact Detection and Alert System
Tiana Reid — July 16, 2010 — Lifestyle
References: northeastern.edu
The Head Impact Detection and Alert System is a revolutionary technological sensor device that is able to scan for the severity of brain damage. Made specifically for skiers and snowboarders, the helmet was created by students Cyril Blank, Matthew Jamula, Diego Nevado, Ross Parker, Tadas Vaisvila and their professor, Sinan Muftu at Northeastern University.
Still a prototype, this helmet could potentially save lives in the future because of the fact that if certain mild head injuries are left untreated, they can become more severe than expected.
Still a prototype, this helmet could potentially save lives in the future because of the fact that if certain mild head injuries are left untreated, they can become more severe than expected.
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1. Brain-screening Technology - Opportunity for developing advanced brain-scanning technology for early detection of brain damage.
2. Smart Safety Helmets - Potential for integrating intelligent sensors into helmets to alert users of potential head injuries.
3. Preventive Healthcare Gear - Opportunity to create innovative gear and devices that help prevent injuries and monitor health in real-time.
Industry Implications
1. Sports Equipment Manufacturing - Disruptive innovation opportunity to produce helmets with embedded brain-scanning sensors for enhanced safety.
2. Healthcare Technology - Opportunity to advance brain scanning technology for early detection and monitoring of brain injuries in healthcare settings.
3. Outdoor Sports and Recreation - Opportunity for integrating smart helmet technology in skiing and snowboarding gear to enhance user safety and injury prevention.
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