1. Riddell Revolution IQ HITS
By Remington Ross
ITMG
Dr. Carl Rebman
November 13, 2012

2. Concussions
Have become big issue for current and former football players
Many concussions are not reported nor detected
NFL has changed rules in attempt to protect players - concussion-players-lawsuits-suicide-head-trauma-brain- damage

3. HITS Technology HITS = Head Impact Telemetry System
Records every frequency and magnitude of impacts to the head
MX Encoders
Same sensors used in automotive airbags - helmet-that-detects-hard-hits/
Riddell Revolution IQ HITS
First ever football helmet with built-in sensors

4. Other Features New shell design to increase side/jaw protection
TruCurve pads form to players head
Multiple inflation holes for custom fit
Quick-release facemask system

5. Revolution IQ HITS vs. Others
Helmet
Built-in Sensors?
Padding/Cushioning
Inflation Points
Shell Shape (Protection)
Riddell Revolution IQ HITS
Yes
Excellent 4
Schutt Air XP No 2
Very Good
Riddell VSR-4
Fair
Good
Adams A4 1

6. Bottom Line
Riddell Revolution IQ HITS is most advanced football helmet in history with breakthrough technology
Offers undeniable benefits considering impacts to the head
It is the best helmet on the market considering the unknown of concussions and when impacts are severe or not

7. References
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