From Superinnovators 27/09/23. This article is in TLDR (Too Long Didn’t Read) format which is popular in the innovation community and provides a bullet summary of information.
- Innovative protection: Mo’cycle Airbag Jeans, launched in February 2023, are designed to offer next-generation protection for motorcyclists. Most injuries in severe motorcycle accidents occur in the lower body, and while traditional motorcycle jeans offer CE (EU safety standards) protection for the knees and hips, they leave other parts of the lower body exposed.
- Comprehensive coverage: The airbag technology in Mo’cycle jeans covers the entire lower body, including previously unprotected areas such as the first bone of the spine, tailbone, back of the buttocks, and thighs. This technology aims to reduce the primary cause of fatalities resulting from lower body injuries.
- Rapid deployment: In the event of an accident, the airbag deploys within 150 milliseconds, providing immediate protection.
- Fashion meets technology: Mo’cycle Airbag Jeans are described as a “fashion tech” product, blending advanced technology with stylish design to create the safety wear of the future.
- Comfort and design: The airbag structure is flat, soft, and flexible, ensuring that riders won’t feel its presence. The jeans are made with CE-approved motorcycle denim, offering stretch and comfort in various models, sizes, and colors for both men and women.
- How it works: The jeans come with a strap that connects to the motorcycle. The airbag is activated if the rider is physically separated from the motorcycle, functioning as a “dead man’s grip”. However, it won’t activate if the rider forgets to disconnect the strap upon dismounting.
- Price point: The Mo’cycle Airbag Jeans are available in different models with prices such as “KIAN” priced at approximately £485 and “MELVIN” at approximately £596.
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