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Alpinestars Adult 2008 Bionic Neck Support
Motorcycle Off-Road Neck Brace Body Armor
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Adult Bionic Neck Support Dirtbike Neck Brace Body Armor - $679.95 |
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Alpinestars Adult 2008 Bionic Neck Support Motorcycle Motocross Neck
Brace Body Armor Specifications
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Information
The Bionic Neck Support (BNS) is a structure which works with the helmet
to attempt to reduce the severity of a catastrophic neck injury. No
product can guarantee protection from all motorcycle injuries, due to
the varied dynamics of accidents, thus the BNS may not prevent injuries
in all cases.
Function
The BNS functions by providing an alternative load path when the neck is
compressed. If the helmet is in contact with the neck support at the
moment of impact the overall load passing through the neck can be
reduced, which may prevent a fracture from occurring. There is also a
reduced injury from muscular injuries associated with extremes of head
movement. Customers should be aware that in a catastrophic impact the
aim of the device is to sacrifice other bones in order to preserve the
neck, however in less critical situations precautions have been taken to
limit this (see Features below). When compared to soft ‘neck roll’
devices the protection afforded is significantly better, because being
soft these devices just squash down when the neck is compressed and are
mainly of use in muscular injuries only.
Modification
As with any riding equipment, riders should choose the equipment that is
best fitting and suited to their body. No neck device should roll around
over the shoulder.
Features
The Bionic Neck Support contains the following engineered features:
. Patented Pivot Key system: A special magnesium key located at the rear
allows the
convenient front opening of the device while also allowing it to be
dismantled in an
emergency
. Patented Fitting System: Fine adjustment of the shoulder height allows
a more
personalized fit – particularly for individuals who have a shorter than
normal neck
. Patented Rear Stabiliser Failure system: In the event of large loads
being channeled
onto the rear stabiliser (the part that sits on the back). there are a
number of
deliberate bending and fracture points designed to relieve extreme loads
that may be
transmitted down the back. These include: Deflection of foam tail,
Grooves to allow
deflection of support structure tip, Fracture area of support structure
tip, Fracture of
supporting members (also fracture if subject to side loads that could
cause a large
rotation to the head).
. Collar Bone preservation 1: All parts in contact with the body use an
expanded foam
compound to distribute the impact force over the widest area yet remain
light in weight
. Collar Bone preservation 2: A continuous frame member runs over the
shoulders – this
means there are no weak points in a critical part of the frame, and that
there are no
metal pins or screws sitting directly above the shoulders which could be
dislodged into
the shoulders or collarbone during an accident
. Choice of Strap Systems: The BNS is supplied with the new XStrap
System which allows
a smaller, lighter strap (worn over or under the jersey) to secure the
device to the
rider. The larger A Strap assembly (available in future as a separate
accessory)
provides a traditional chest strap for those who like to wear the
protector tight to the
body
. Carbon Composite frame to achieve the best stiffness with the lowest
weight
. Mounting points for accessories: Assist the integration of the BNS
with your own
Alpinestars accessories
Sizes
Available in 3 sizes, Small, Medium & Large
Sizing Table
. Chest Circumference (cm): 85 (33.5") = 42(EU)
. Chest Circumference (cm): 90 (35.5") = 46(EU) = 36(US)
. Chest Circumference (cm): 95 (37.4") = 48(EU) = 38(US)
. Chest Circumference (cm): 100 (39.4") = 50(EU) = 40(US)
. Chest Circumference (cm): 105 (4145") = 52(EU) = 42(US)
. Chest Circumference (cm): 110 (43.3") = 54(EU) = 44(US)
. Chest Circumference (cm): 115 (45.25") = 56(EU) = 46(US)
. Chest Circumference (cm): 120 (47.25") = 60(EU) = 50(US)
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About
Alpinestars Gear |
One Goal. One Vision.
Alpinestars is once again leading the way in developing rider safety. Having
pioneered countless innovations in boots, suits and gloves, notably the
development of external protection on road race boots in the early 80’s and
more recently employing the philosophy on its leather suits, they are now
introducing a new dimension into race suit technology – a fully autonomous,
multiple field data acquisition system. The Advanced Safety Technology suit
(AST).
Fitting telemetry and acquiring data from race bikes and cars has been
common practice for some years, however, acquiring data directly from the
body of the rider/driver has not and Alpinestars is developing technology to
allow technicians the ability to analyze the gravitational and impact
forces, as well as the physiological effects experienced by a human when
pushing the limits of a high performance race machine.
During the weekend of the German Grand Prix at the Sachsenring, MotoGP rider
John Hopkins wore a leather suit equipped with the new A.S.T. system.
Although indistinguishable from his usual race suit, John’s body was
constantly monitored by a series of accelerometers, impact and physiological
sensors.
The impact sensors are mounted on both external and internal surfaces of the
suits protectors to measure the loads sustained and absorbed in a fall,
without impeding or endangering the rider in any way. The sensors record the
maximum impact value subjected to the rider, providing real situation data,
above and beyond the test simulations currently conducted in the Alpinestars
laboratory.
The custom data processor and solid-state memory, encased in an impact
resistant structure and hidden in the back hump on John’s suit, acquire data
throughout each session which can be downloaded immediately into a laptop
plugged into a connector on the suit. The information can then be studied to
analyze pressure point values, lateral G loads experienced, the rider’s
pulse and the suit’s cooling performance.
The benefit of developing such technology is the tremendous amount of
information that can be gathered about the stresses borne by a rider and the
performance of safety equipment during a race and in the event of a fall.
Alpinestars’ goal is to develop the technology to measure all the
dimensional forces at work upon a rider and to allow greater understanding
of material performance thereby improving safety both on the racetrack and
ultimately on the road.
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