Virginia Tech Helmet Lab Tour

Since 2011, Virginia Tech researchers have been providing unbiased helmet ratings that allow consumers to make informed decisions when purchasing helmets. The helmet ratings are the culmination of over 10 years of research on head impacts in sports and identify which helmets best reduce concussion risk. This work is done as part of Virginia Tech’s service mission and is 100% independent of any funding or influence from helmet manufacturers.
Learn more - helmet.beam.vt.edu/

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Love helmet science so much. You guys did a great job!

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Thanks for sharing this interesting and educational video.
On the bike testing. The anvil had a sheet of sandpaper to simulate asphalt. I know that there are different types of asphalt and cement. But instead of sandpaper, why not use real asphalt samples?
What speeds are simulated in your bike testing? Road bikes in a pace line can sustain speeds well beyond 20mph on flat surfaces. Coasting down common hills, bikes can achieve speeds in excess of 30mph. Class 3 electric bikes provides assistance up to 28mph. The Dutch have the NTA-8776 standards for the Class 3 types of e-bikes. Are there any speed standards for helmets to be sold in America?
I feel that there is very little knowledge available to the consumers when making a helmet purchase. Most consumers make their decisions based on looks and name brand. I myself struggle to find adequate information.