The Hit Air Airbag Cushions Fallen Horseback Riders
Meghan Young — August 26, 2010 — Lifestyle
References: geeky-gadgets & dvice
Horseback riding can be a dangerous sport, Christopher Reeves was paralyzed because of a tragic equestrian accident; the Hit Air Airbag could prevent many of these unfortunate and unseen accidents. As an inflatable body vest, it is triggered when the rider loses his or her grip on the saddle.
Aside from being developed by a Japanese company, the American company Point Two Air jackets also offers something similar to the Hit Air Airbag. It attaches to the saddle via a short cord and when it is jerked significantly, the vest inflates. Priced between $400 to $700, it has already been credited to saving some lives.
Aside from being developed by a Japanese company, the American company Point Two Air jackets also offers something similar to the Hit Air Airbag. It attaches to the saddle via a short cord and when it is jerked significantly, the vest inflates. Priced between $400 to $700, it has already been credited to saving some lives.
Trend Themes
1. Inflatable Safety Equipment - The development of inflatable safety equipment for different sports activities has the potential to prevent accidents and reduce fatalities.
2. Smart Sensors - Integrating smart sensors with inflatable safety equipment can help improve the accuracy of detection and make the equipment more effective.
3. Affordable Safety Gears - Developing more efficient and affordable safety gears could increase the adoption rate and save more lives.
Industry Implications
1. Sports - The sports industry can benefit from the development of inflatable safety equipment to protect athletes from injuries and fatalities.
2. Automotive - Automotive companies can explore the use of inflatable safety equipment in vehicles to improve safety in the event of accidents.
3. Law Enforcement - Law enforcement agencies can use inflatable safety equipment to protect their personnel during high-risk operations and reduce the risk of injuries.
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