The Odor-Emitting Helmet Smells when it is Damaged
Meghan Young — November 2, 2010 — Lifestyle
References: en.iwm.fraunhofer.de & psfk
If you're one of those smart individuals who makes sure to wear all the necessary safety gear before heading out on your bike, then you may want to consider adding the odor-emitting helmet to your collection. With the capability of emitting a foul odor when damaged, this piece is definitely one to look out for.
Developed by the Fraunhofer Institute for Mechanics of Materials IWM, the odor-emitting helmet features technologies that could be used in a number of other areas as well. According to PSFK, it "contains polymer materials constructed with micro-capsules of odoriferous oils which burst when damaged."
Developed by the Fraunhofer Institute for Mechanics of Materials IWM, the odor-emitting helmet features technologies that could be used in a number of other areas as well. According to PSFK, it "contains polymer materials constructed with micro-capsules of odoriferous oils which burst when damaged."
Trend Themes
1. Odor-alert Safety Gear - The application of odor-emitting technology to other types of safety gear could prevent injuries that occur because of unnoticed damage.
2. Smart-materials Safety Gear - The use of polymer materials that respond to damage could revolutionize the safety gear industry.
3. Sensory-enhanced Safety Gear - Sensory features, such as smell, added to safety gear could potentially improve user experience and safety.
Industry Implications
1. Sports Safety Gear - The odor-emitting technology could have a strong application in sports safety gear as it could help detect invisible cracks and other damage to equipment.
2. Industrial Safety Gear - Smart material safety gear with sensory features could lead to fewer safety-related accidents in industries such as construction and manufacturing.
3. Military Safety Gear - The sensory-enhanced safety gear can also have applications in military to detect damage or alert of potential threats due to the release of odor.
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