Wearable technology is improving the lives of many people. Not only is this technology making things more efficient it is making things a lot safer as well. Technology is even helping to keep cyclists safe. Cyclists can now wear head units that contain airbags. This will lessen the impact if they were to fall off their bike while traveling at top speeds. The company Hovding is leading the way with this wearable piece of technology.
Head Unit Airbag
This airbag has been shown to be safer than a traditional helmet for cyclists. The airbag is worn on the head and will protect both the head and the neck. This device is stylish to wear. If something was to happen and the cyclist would fall or crash the airbag would inflate offering a great deal of protection. There are sensors in this device that will notice the change in velocity and angles in order to determine if there is a problem and it needs to inflate. The airbag is made out of a nylon fabric that can absorb shock if it hits the ground or other hard surface.
How They Work?
When a cyclist is moving the airbag will stay in place. The airbag device will monitor the speed at which the cyclist is traveling and the direction in which they are going. This is monitored every couple of second. During a normal ride the airbag will stay in the device. When the cyclist slows down it will not deploy and recognize that the cyclist has come to a peaceful stop. When there is a problem that is when this modern technology will become effective. If the speed and change in the velocity is determined and there is a sudden and violent change the air bag will deploy. This happens in a matter of seconds. The airbag will come out before the cyclists were to hit something such as the ground of the car. The airbag will protect both the head and the neck. It is strong enough to absorb most of the impact so the body remains safe and unharmed. The cyclist may be a little shaken up afterwards but at least they will not be seriously injured. The airbag will be the thing that is taking most of the blow and most of the impact.
Why Chose This Technology?
Technology is advancing to help people and to keep people safe. Many cyclists chose to wear a helmet. A traditional helmet does offer protection but it can be bulk and uncomfortable to wear at times. The helmet has to fit perfectly in order to take most of the impact if there is a crash. The helmet is not able to monitor changes in angles or in speed. When a person crashes the helmet will take some of the impact but not all of it. While a helmet is a lot safer then wearing nothing at all the wearable air bags offer much more protection. The airbag is able to stay in one small easy to use compartment. It will not be seen unless there is a problem. The airbag is constantly monitoring change and is ready to take on the majority of the impact. A person does not have to worry about having it in the perfect size. When the airbag comes out it offers protection to people with any size and shape head. This technology was designed to take more of the impact than a traditional helmet and is made from material that is durable. In some cases helmets have been known to crack and split open leading the head exposed. This wearable technology will not crack or fall apart. It will remain in perfect condition on impact to make sure that the person wearing it is safe.
Advances in technology are making things much safer especially for those that are athletes. Cyclists no longer have to worry about protection and if their helmet can withstand impact. This technology will allow a cyclist to concentrate on their course and focus on winning the race. They can enjoy the ride knowing that in case something were to happen they are protected from their wearable airbag. This airbag is made by the Hovding Company which is known for its excellence and high quality products.
