New Soft Helmet Turns Hard in Crash

A shear thickening material, it is flexible when moved slowly, but when it is compresssed by an impact, its molecules lock together. The Ribcap is a combination soft, flexible beanie and tough helmet. Unfortunately, you will look like a dork wearing it — via digg

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