Updated Helmet Protection Against Multiple Threats
May reduce head injury caused by Improvised Explosive Devices
The shock proof helmet is under development and designed to protect a soldier's head, nose, and eyes against the kind of shock waves that come from IED threats and other explosions. Fast moving shock waves from an explosion can go right through the front and sides of the head and damage brain tissue, which leads to multiple traumatic brain injuries and deaths when IEDs detonate nearby. A shock-proof helmet design can minimize the damage from shock waves, and improve survivability on the battlefield and on routes where such devices may be planted. For the soldier, this not only allows for survivability but also the opportunity to engage threats who may be using such devices, as well as artillery, mortars, and grenades. Shock proof helmets also can integrate protective devices intended to keep the head from being suddenly moved which can result in other life-threating injuries. As an added bonus, shock-proof helmets can be designed to include cameras, heads-up displays, and other tactical features useful to soldiers on the front lines.
Notes and Special Information
Special note: There is no guaranteed protection against booby traps, IEDs, and other asymettrical devices created by determined enemies, but a shock-proof helmet may increase the deterrent factor if an enemy believes that the risk of creating and planting such a device is not worth the (enemy's) perceived goal of injuring or killing soldiers.