Drag On is a safety helmet designed to minimize the risk of injury during natural disasters, particularly earthquakes. Developed as a team project for the Bachelor of Science program at Politecnico di Milano in 2010-11, this innovative design combines compactness, functionality, and biomimetic inspiration to offer a practical solution in emergency scenarios.
In its compact form, Drag On appears as a crescent-shaped shell made of seven interlocking segments. When deployed, the segments slide over one another to form a protective helmet, mimicking the defensive mechanisms of the armadillo lizard and pill bug. The seventh and outermost segment doubles as a visor, providing visibility and additional protection.
To enhance impact resistance, the helmet features a reinforced crest along the outer shell. A locking mechanism near the lateral pivots ensures that the segments stay securely in place when fully deployed. An additional upper locking system prevents accidental reopening, ensuring reliable protection during critical moments.
Drag On exemplifies the integration of engineering ingenuity and nature-inspired design, offering a compact, easy-to-use helmet solution for disaster preparedness.
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