Abstract: The present technology relates generally to protective helmets with non-linearly deforming members. Helmets configured in accordance with embodiments of the present technology can comprise, for example, an inner layer, an outer layer, a space between the inner layer and the outer layer, and an interface layer disposed in the space. The interface layer comprises a plurality of filaments, each having a height, a longitudinal axis along the height, a first end proximal to the inner layer, and a second end proximal to the outer layer. The filaments are sized and shaped to span the space between the inner layer and the outer layer. The filaments are configured to deform non-linearly in response to an external incident force on the helmet.

Abstract: The present technology relates generally to protective helmets with non-linearly deforming members. Helmets configured in accordance with embodiments of the present technology can comprise, for example, an inner layer, an outer layer, a space between the inner layer and the outer layer, and an interface layer disposed in the space. The interface layer comprises a plurality of filaments, each having a height, a longitudinal axis along the height, a first end proximal to the inner layer, and a second end proximal to the outer layer. The filaments are sized and shaped to span the space between the inner layer and the outer layer. The filaments are configured to deform non-linearly in response to an external incident force on the helmet.

Abstract: The invention herein relates to an improved helmet design that allows enhanced modularity and quick installation of various types of computing equipment, electronics, electronic communications modules (ECMs), stock impact mitigation pads and/or custom impact mitigation pads within a commercially available helmet. A commercially available helmet can be retrofitted with a pocket or chamber that sized and configured to receive a protective enclosure. The protective enclosure may house at least one of an electronic communications modules (ECMs), stock impact mitigation pads or custom impact mitigation pads. The protective enclosure can be quickly and easily secured within the pocket or chamber disposed within the helmet. Such improved helmet design may be customized to the specific ECM, and its protective enclosure may also be small, lightweight, durable and/or low-profile, but yet not sacrifice comfort and impact performance of the helmet.

Abstract: The present technology relates generally to protective helmets with non-linearly deforming members. Helmets configured in accordance with embodiments of the present technology can comprise, for example, an inner layer, an outer layer, a space between the inner layer and the outer layer, and an interface layer disposed in the space. The interface layer comprises a plurality of filaments, each having a height, a longitudinal axis along the height, a first end proximal to the inner layer, and a second end proximal to the outer layer. The filaments are sized and shaped to span the space between the inner layer and the outer layer. The filaments are configured to deform non-linearly in response to an external incident force on the helmet.