PUTTING THEM TO THE TEST
During manufacturing, crash helmets are tested to ensure that they’re strong enough to protect the brain and skull without obstructing the user’s vision. A fine compromise needs to be achieved to cover a large area of the head with protective material and padding while also achieving maximum visibility through the visor so that riders can better avoid obstacles and quickly react to events in their peripheral vision.
Destructive tests are some of the most crucial, analysing how a helmet responds to being dropped, crushed and punctured with sharp objects. Meanwhile, abrasion tests involve sliding the helmet across a surface with significant force to measure how much it causes the neck of the person wearing it to twist. This movement should be avoided as much as possible because it can cause spinal injuries.