ExoTechnologies completes testing on recyclable motorcycle helmet
Helmet fabricated from Danu composites demonstrates improved weight reduction, impact resistance and complete recyclability compared to carbon fiber alternatives.
Source | ExoTechnologies
Sustainable composite materials company ExoTechnologies (Douglas, Isle of Man, U.K.) has successfully completed testing on its first fully recyclable motorcycle helmet made entirely from its Danu composite material, a natural fiber-reinforced thermoplastic.
Danu is offered as an alternative to traditional carbon fiber, the company reports. Offering similar mechanical properties, Danu is said to outperform in sustainability, cost-efficiency and scalability. Material testing results highlights that it is ideal for wearable protection, including a 14% weight reduction compared to standard composites, 275-G impact resistance and complete recyclability, eliminating landfill waste at the end of its lifecycle.
“Danu is evidence that high performance and sustainability are no longer mutually exclusive,” says Jeroen Wats, chief innovation officer at ExoTechnologies. “This material redefines what’s possible across industries, setting a new standard for responsible innovation.”
Tested to meet global standards such as FIM ECE2205 and DOT, Danu is poised to set a new benchmark for industries reliant on lightweight, high-strength materials, ExoTechnologies says. Its scalability and mass production readiness make it available to sectors beyond helmets as well, including automotive, aerospace (aircraft), sports equipment, renewable energy (wind turbines) and marine applications.
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