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Emily K. Bliven , Alexandra Rouhier , Stanley Tsai , Rémy Willinger , Nicolas Bourdet , Caroline Deck , Steven M. Madey , Michael Bottlang ·

YOU? · · 2019 · Open Access · · DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aap.2018.12.017 · OA: W2909497821

Results of this study are limited to a narrow range of impact conditions, but demonstrated the potential that rotational acceleration and the associated brain injury risk can be significantly reduced by the cellular WAVECEL concept or a MIPS slip liner. Results obtained under specific impact angles and impact velocities indicated performance differences between these mechanisms. These differences emphasize the need for continued research and development efforts toward helmet technologies that further improve protection from brain injury over a wide range a realistic impact parameters.