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Surfing makes up 26% of head injuries as a percent of sports injuries in Australia and 72.7% of my target market believe wearing a helmet surfing has been stigmatised.Additionally, everyday around 8 million pieces of plastic make their way into our oceans.These and many other shocking statistics has inspired me to design a helmet manufactured from recycled plastics and design it's appearance based off what my target market deems 'cool' so that they feel safe and confident wearing a helmet surfing.I am seeking advice from anyone who has experience in molding helmets or putting the components of a helmet together.


What do you think?


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UpRising @ 2025.02.22 12:41 PM

Great concept Liam. You have captured so many overlapping issues here, protecting your safety whilst looking after the oceans, brilliant! The helmet design could also act as a great visual message to help create awareness for both issues. 

Do you have contacts with high pressure molding? These guys may also be of interest, https://www.epa.nsw.gov.au/your-environment/plastics/sustainability-partnerships/case-studies/great-plastic-rescue


Looking forward to seeing you project in action.




Liam_8192 @ 2025.02.23 1:37 AM

Thanks Uprising,


I have got two contacts, one contact is helping me get recycled material and the other might be helping me 3D print or vacuum form my helmet. 


Injection moulding is off the table for me due to how expensive it is to do it. However blow moulding, vacuum moulding or 3D printing will probably be how I want to manufacture my helmet.


Kind regards,

Liam


Amelie E @ 2025.04.09 1:24 PM

Hi Liam,

Unfortunately I don't have any knowledge on constructing helmets however I think this is a great idea which will significantly improve the safety of surfers and also seems like it is sustainable from your material selection. With your material selection, do you think that sea water and the waves will affect your overall design and remain durable? Also, looking at the straps for the helmet, can you ensure that it's adjustable for all users and also wont snap open while surfing? Aside from that I think this is a great idea and so much room to be customised. Great work!

Regards,

Amelie CQU Engineering Student


Jared @ 2025.04.10 6:26 AM

Hi Liam, your design looks suitable and appealing for a surfer and using recycled materials is an effective way to prevent material waste. Regarding the helmet straps, a strong buckle is necessary for safety during a wipe-out to prevent the helmet falling off, a motorcycle helmet buckle in stainless steel (to prevent corrosion) may be suitable. Chin padding where the strap lies will also make the helmet more comfortable to wear. 

 

Jared, CNS 2, CQU ENEG12007 Creative Engineering Class 




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