Protective Foam That Doesn?t Protect

NEW YORK, Aug. 9 (UPI) -- Soft foam used in helmets and body armor can cause just as much injury to the wearer under impact or explosion loads as harder materials, U.S. researchers say. United States - Personal armor - Business - Helmet - Law Enforcement

Protective Foam That Doesn?t Protect

Scientists report that the foam used in helmets and other body armor can cause as much injury as a hard object when hit at high speeds.

Tue 10 Aug 10 from Laboratory Equipment

Study: Foam meant to protect can harm

NEW YORK, Aug. 9 (UPI) -- Soft foam used in helmets and body armor can cause just as much injury to the wearer under impact or explosion loads as harder materials, U.S. researchers say. ...

Mon 9 Aug 10 from UPI

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