Gourishankar Educational & Charitable Trust’s

Gourihar Polytechnic Limb, Satara

Seminar topic: FOLDING HELMET

Student name: Mane Vinayak Dadasaheb

Branch: S. Y. Mechanical
Roll no.: 35

Guidanced by: Mr. Kadam S. S.

(Year: 2010-2011)
Abstract:
OBJECTIVES AND SETTING:

To address helmet wearing by 13-17 year olds this study posed the following research questions:
'Do education programs continue to be necessary even after the community wearing rate has
increased?' and 'Are helmet laws more effective in encouraging wearing among certain age
groups?' Victoria was the first place in the world to introduce bicycle helmet legislation.
Experiences in Victoria therefore provide a good model for the introduction of similar legislation
in other areas. This study is the first to examine teenagers' attitudes towards helmet wearing after
the introduction of compulsory helmet wearing legislation. METHODS: A survey of 1240 year 9
and year 10 students, aged 13-17 years, from 14 secondary schools in the outer south eastern
suburbs of Melbourne, was conducted in September 1993. Information about bicycle use, helmet
wearing, and attitudes towards helmets was obtained by a self report questionnaire. RESULTS:
Bicycles are a popular form of wheeled recreation/self transport among teenagers. 65% of
teenagers reported that they owned a helmet but only one third wore a helmet the last time they
rode a bicycle. Fewer than 25% of students always wore a helmet when they rode a bicycle,
despite compulsory helmet wearing legislation. Major factors leading to teenagers not wanting to
wear a helmet were appearance and comfort. Both safety considerations and parental pressures
were factors that influenced a teenager to wear a helmet. CONCLUSIONS: The major areas that
need to be addressed are low helmet wearing rates; the low priority given to safety issues
compared with comfort and peer acceptance; an ignorance of the need for helmets in all riding
situations; and a perception that the legislation would not be enforced.

BACKGROUND:

Although the Jamaica road traffic act mandates motorcycle riders to wear approved helmets,
opponents suggest that the local road conditions obviate any benefits from helmet use that have
been proven in Developed countries. They suggest that the narrow, winding, poorly surfaced,
congested local highways do not allow motorcyclists to sustain high velocity travel. The
accidents then tend to occur at lower speeds and are accompanied by less severe injuries. This
study was carried out to determine the impact of helmet use on traumatic brain injuries from
motorcycle collisions in patients admitted to a tertiary referral hospital in Jamaica.

Introduction:
The Pango is a one-size-fits-all offering, so if it doesn't fit to begin with, you're out of luck The folding
bike manufacturer Dahon innovates with the Pango folding cycle helmet. Photograph: Martin Argles One
of the reasons I chose to not wear a helmet all the time, as I was explaining to a disapproving friend for
the zillionth time the other day, is the inconvenience of lugging it about when not on the bike. I use my
bicycle primarily as a form of transport, and when I pedal off to do my food shopping, for example, I get
flustered trying to juggle a basket, two panniers and an inconveniently shaped plastic hat.
History:
Pango Folding Bicycle Helmet Whether it’s the Cycle to Work tax break, the Dublin Bikes
initiative or just something fresh in our collective waters, cycling has never been so ubiquitous.
Of course, it may also simply be that pedal power is signaled more obviously now thanks to the
dazzling luminescence of today’s hi-vise bike gear.

The Pango from Dahon, a leading foldable bike pioneer, eases the urban cyclist’s off-bike load.
It’s a neat bicycle helmet, with a clever clamshell design than means it can slide away to half its
size and so slip easily into a backpack or soft briefcase – or even into a commodious handbag.
Aesthetically, it has a pared-back lack of flash that will appeal to many, and meets EU and US
safety standards. The only downside is that in saving you carrying a bundle, it might cost you
one.

Cost €99

Motorcycle helmet is a necessity for safe driving:

"The cost of your motorcycle helmet should be directly proportional to the value you on your
own head." That was the general view that in order to prevail for some years. The obvious
winner of such a widespread belief were the helmet manufacturer, kept on raising the price of
helmets. There are different types of motorcycle helmets with strengths and weaknesses match.
Full-face motorcycle helmets, street bike helmets, cycling helmets in general and a variety of
other types of motorcycle helmets for individual requirements.

Full-face motorcycle helmets are the best because they protect the driver the entire head.
Quality is an important right for full-time case, motorcycle helmets as cheaper grades are
susceptible to compromise for the comfort and freedom of the term. This type of motorcycle
helmets are best for road bikers. When visibility is a concern, try the flip-up> Motorcycle
Helmets. These give more visibility, but let his chin from the cover, making it vulnerable. Try
open face motorcycle helmets, as these provide protection for the skull, ears, and face, lower
chin. A few things need to be checked when buying a motorcycle helmet.

Quality of the helmets in the first place. Always make sure that the motorcycle helmet you buy
is certified. The market is flooded with cheaper alternatives, but you are on lose your insurance
coverage for these un-certified versions. Then there is appropriate. Tip: Before you buy
motorcycle helmets, ready to detect possible "problem" with the fields. Make sure you set your
helmet is on the forehead in a way that you cannot put a thumb between the helmet and
forehead. You can find a variety of motorcycle helmets, street bike helmets, bicycle helmets
online. Online purchase is the best option because you pay today Fraction of the price, but not
compromise on quality. Most online shops offer motorcycle helmets, street bike helmets and
bicycle helmets of different brands, qualities and sizes, so you always have the best buy when
shopping for motorcycle helmets.
 Dahon Pango Folding Helmet

Folding down to 50% of a regular helmet size, the Pango fits in your bag with room to spare.
Featuring replaceable panels and meeting safety requirements.

Will the first folding helmet turn heads?

The folding bike manufacturer Dahon innovates with the Pango folding cycle helmet.

One of the reasons I chose to not wear a cycling helmet all the time, as I was explaining to a
disapproving friend for the zillionth time the other day, is the inconvenience of lugging it about
when not on the bike. I use my bicycle primarily as a form of transport, and when I pedal off to
do my food shopping, for example, I get flustered trying to juggle a basket, two panniers and an
inconveniently shaped plastic hat.

I was very intrigued, then, to hear about the latest invention from the folding bike manufacturer,
Dahon: the Pango folding cycle helmet. The press release said it was "designed specifically for
urban cyclists" who are "often on and off their bikes – getting coffee, stopping to chat with
friends, or popping into a store for an errand". With the exception that I drink tea, never coffee,
that described me exactly. I was determined to try it out.
The fit
There is currently just one Pango helmet for review in the whole country, and I've had it
wobbling around on my head all week. Yes, wobbling. I don't have a particularly small head (my
best friend from school used to call me Moon Face, in cruel homage to the Faraway Tree
character), but it was way too big for my skull. Ditto everyone at the pub quiz and all but one of
the eight of my colleagues who tried it. This is a problem. Although you can slightly adjust the
back panel of the helmet as this video shows, the Pango is a one-size-fits-all offering. There are
no extra foam pads to stick in the shell – unlike the debonair Yakkays, for example – so if it
doesn't more or less fit to begin with, you're stuck. I found the Pango strangely wide, and even
when I had the straps as tight as I could, it wouldn't stay put. It is also pretty heavy compared to
other helmets in its price range.

The look
I have yet to find a helmet that doesn't make me look like an absolute spanner, and the Pango is
no exception. I had the white version pictured above, which has something of the Power Ranger
about it. Others felt it had more of a Lego man vibe. The helmet gets its name from pangolin, a
Malaysian animal with hard plates covering its back, which, when frightened, rolls up into a ball.

The function
The Pango folds up in three steps. You push down one side panel, then the other, and both
interlock with the central panel. Then you fold the rear panel inwards. I struggled with this at
first, and worried about breaking the plastic hinges, but once you get the hang of it, it is a pretty
simple man oeuvre. I liked the replaceable panels in the top shell that can be changed depending
on the weather (a solid panel for rainy days, for example), which were very easy to switch. I
would quibble with Dahon's boast that the Pango fits in "just about any bag", however. It is
definitely not handbag-sized, and while it does fold into a less awkward shape than a
conventional helmet, it is still the length and height of a brick (25cmx10cm).

Safety
Dahon says the Pango meets EU and CPSC safety requirements for Europe and the US. But if
the helmet doesn't fit you properly, it can't do its job. But it does seem rigid enough when
unfolded to assuage my key fear: that the helmet would fold in on itself in a crash.
Features/Benefits:

 Folds to nearly half the volume of regular cycling helmets

 Stores easily in backpack, bag or large briefcase
 Fits head sizes 55-61 cm
 Exchangeable outer panels
 EN safety certified
 Description
 Most bike helmets on the market today are designed for sports. They’re bulky, damage
easily in bags (how many times have you ripped off a visor?), and styled aggressively.
But that’s not what you want from an everyday commuting helmet.

 Enter the Dahon Pango, a helmet with patented folding technology that folds down to
half the size of a typical helmet, or roughly the size of a Kleenex tissue box. It slides
easily into any bag; no more dangling off the handlebars. The styling is distinctively
clean – no loud colors or huge logos. The unique panel design lets you adjust
functionality and styling – on rainy days, simply replace the vented panel with the solid
panel. Makes sense, doesn’t it?

Tips for Buying a Motorcycle Helmet:

When you were young, your worrisome mother probably warned you to wear your helmet when
you rode your bike.  These requests were most likely met with frustrated feelings and sulky
expressions. However, as they say, mothers know best. And now that you're all grown up, you've
trained yourself to strap on a helmet when you hop on your big-boy bike your motorcycle.  But
what should you look for when it comes time to buy a new motorcycle helmet? Or, for new
riders, what should you look for when you buy your first motorcycle helmet?

Safety's First
There's not much of a point in wearing a motorcycle helmet if it's not going to be safe.  This
should be the first item on your checklist.  Fortunately, there are a number of safety standards in
place to ensure the integrity of your helmet.

The Department of Transportation (DOT) certification found on motorcycle helmets in the U.S.
marks the minimum security requirements for a helmet to be sold.  Also, in addition to a DOT
certification, you can also find Snell Memorial Foundation certifications.

Shape and Size

A properly fitting helmet is the most important criteria to consider while shopping.  A
motorcycle helmet that doesn't fit correctly will be uncomfortable and, more importantly, won't
protect you as well during a crash. Generally speaking, size is easy to figure out.  Most stores
have sizing charts to help you out.  Shape, on the other hand, can be a little trickier.  Different
manufacturers produce motorcycle helmets with varying shapes. The best way to find the proper
shape is to try on as many helmets as you can.

Motorcycle helmets should fit snug, which, at first, might be uncomfortable to a new rider.
Therefore, it's highly recommended to work with a knowledgeable sales person.

Budget

Budget is important, especially for first time riders.  Motorcycle helmets can range from $50 to
more than $700.  It's important to remember that even a low-cost helmet is going to protect you
in a crash.  The price difference is generally due to extra comfort features.

Colors and Graphics

Once you know it's a safe helmet, and you have your size, shape, and budget, it's time to have a
little fun.  There is really no guide to picking colors and graphics for your new motorcycle
helmet.  It's all up to your personal preference.  Keep in mind, however, that bright, vibrant
colors make a rider more visible on the road.

Shopping for a motorcycle helmet can be a daunting task.  For some, it might be even more
daunting than buying the actual bike.  But if you go in with a proper shopping game plan, you'll
find yourself strapping on a helmet that even mom would approve of.

Conclusion:
A great idea that needs a rethink on the sizing and comfort front. For the same price, you could
get a far lighter, comfier non-folding alternative.
Wearing a helmet at the time of a motorcycle collision reduces the severity of head injuries.
However, the prevalence of helmet use at the time of a collision is unacceptably low.

Summary:
The present invention provides a new and improved foldable padded helmet wherein a plurality
of substantially triangular curved pad segments or sector-shaped pad segments are
interconnected by flexible strips to define a helmet structure adapted to fit on the head of a
wearer and which may be folded to provide an article carrying pouch. Suitable chin straps and
carrying straps are provided to facilitate the use of the helmet in both modes.

The foregoing and other objects, features and advantages of the invention will be apparent from
the following more particular description of a preferred embodiment of the invention as
illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

Results:
Of 293 motorcycle collision victims, 143 sustained brain injuries. There were 9 females (6.3%)
with an average age of 23 +/- 7.3 years and 134 males (93.7%) at an average age of 33.4 +/- 11.2
years (mean +/- SD). Only 49 (34.3%) patients wore a helmet at the time of a collision. Helmet
use at the time of a collision significantly reduced the severity of head injuries (28.6% vs 46.8%,
P = 0.028) and the likelihood of sustaining intra-cranial lesions (26.5% vs 44.7%, P = 0.03) from
head injuries.

Reference:
Read more:
http://www.articlesbase.com/motorcycles-articles/tips-for-buying-a-motorcycle-helmet-
4252941.html#ixzz1GTpU6kcQ

www.dahon.com/accessories/2010/pango-folding-helmet