Results of continued Freefall Helmet Impact Studies

摘要

A new sample foam insert for the Protec helmet was impact tested along with a standard insert to determine differences in impact protection. This testing was performed to ascertain the suitability of the new protective insert in the role of freefall parachute helmet. The testing showed that the performance of the new insert was better than the standard insert, but did not meet the standards set prior to testing. 1. There is a continuing requirement for a protective helmet for Freefall Parachuting within the Canadian Forces. The impact protection of candidate helmets to be used in the freefall parachute role has been identified as a major concern. As such, the Defence and Civil Institute of Environmental Medicine (DCIEM) was tasked by Director Land Requirements (DLR) to perform impact testing on a new foam liner insert for the candidate helmet (Protec). This testing was to be performed as a continuation of the previous work (Ref A). 2. The aim of this project was to measure and analyse the impact performance of a new foam insert for the Protec helmet. Comparison to the original foam insert was to be made, along with performance relative to the standards described below.