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hedgie · 28-07-2009, 12:07

Sorry my PC logs me in by default.

Will try not to do that again.

The crux of the article is that the FIA pushed for a much more onerous spec for helmets. One of their concerns was reducing weight to minimise neck injury, although the HANS device has helped in this area. The current helmets are lighter yet stronger.

"Mosley claimed that the new helmet could absorb 70% more energy in an impact, as well as being more than 30% more resistant to penetration by sharp objects and up to 30% more effective at preventing rotational injuries. He also said it was 15% lighter than the lightest helmet in use at the time – Mika Hakkinen's 1.43kg Bell".

28-07-2009, 12:07	#608
hedgie cf.geek Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Warrington Age: 58 Services: Phone, 360 + two mini boxes, Hub 5. Posts: 867	Re: Formula 1 2009 Season [may contain real time spoilers] Sorry my PC logs me in by default. Will try not to do that again. The crux of the article is that the FIA pushed for a much more onerous spec for helmets. One of their concerns was reducing weight to minimise neck injury, although the HANS device has helped in this area. The current helmets are lighter yet stronger. "Mosley claimed that the new helmet could absorb 70% more energy in an impact, as well as being more than 30% more resistant to penetration by sharp objects and up to 30% more effective at preventing rotational injuries. He also said it was 15% lighter than the lightest helmet in use at the time – Mika Hakkinen's 1.43kg Bell".