A Finite Element Investigation into the Impact Performance of an Open-Face Motorcycle Helmet with Ventilation Slots

Motorcycle helmets are essential for reducing the risk of head injuries in the event of an impact. However, during the design of helmets, a compromise must be made between user safety and user comfort. Accordingly, the present study proposes a novel open-face helmet design, in which the helmet featu...

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Main Authors: De-Shin Liu, Yao-Te Chen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2017-03-01
Series:Applied Sciences
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/7/3/279