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A fantastic idea ABrown. Such a necessary product, can not believe this doesn't exist already, which means great justification and needs identification.
What are the next steps, are you ready to start prototyping?
Let us know what we can do to help get this out there.
This is so innovative and amazing. I'm very impressed!!!
Hi Abrown,
This is a great initiative and a solution to a real problem.
Have you thought about material and how the straps could work?
Velcro would be an easy option but it could be possible for the ends to catch on things and come loose.
Canvas or leather or a synthetic material with a pin buckle like a belt could be a way around this.
Good luck with your project!
Regards, Cameron Miller
Undergrad Engineer, CQUniversity
Hi ABrown,
As someone who frequently rides motorcycles and does motocross , I believe this is a great idea, albeit I usually do road or track riding and don't spend too much time on farms, however I can still see how useful this idea would be.
As far as I know farm workers are going to be inclined to keep putting on and taking off proper motorcycle or dirtbike protective pants and are often dressed in jeans or sometimes shorts, so having just a lower leg fitting accessory makes it much easier to put on or take off over the top of or under their usual apparel.
The only downside I can see is if the shin guards are needing to be worn for extended periods I can imagine how sweaty and abrasive they may be due to direct contact with skin, potentially causing blisters and/or rashes that will cause discomfort. There are a few ways to help combat the sweating issue, such as using mesh type materials to help with breathability, and maybe some under sleeve that is a compact fit to stop the guard from being in contact with skin directly, however this will reduce breathability ever further.
King regards
Myles
2nd year Engineering student, CQU
Hi Abrown,
Great work! You have clearly put so much thought and effort into this project. Keep it up!
Kali, Project Support Officer, IP Australia
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