The NFL and helmet makers have recently thrown more resources at investigating concussions, but current technology only provides data through bulky accelerometers in the crown of a helmet. Merrell’s ...

Researchers have developed a new, lightweight foam made from carbon nanotubes that, when used as a helmet liner, absorbed the kinetic energy caused by an impact almost 30 times better than liners ...

Leather halo helmets The initial concept for the halo helmet used a simple leather strip wrapped around the forehead.

Leather halo helmets The initial concept for the halo helmet used a simple leather strip wrapped around the forehead.

Helmets could soon offer better protection while also being more comfortable, thanks to a new padding material developed by California's HRL Laboratories. It's claimed to be better than foam at ...