SHARP launched by DfT in 2007 to improve motorcycle helmet safety. Motorcyclists represent 1% of traffic but 19% of casualties. 80% of fatalities and 70% of serious injuries involve head injuries
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SHARP launched in 2007 after COST 327 research on motorcycle helmets. 32 impact tests conducted at 3 speeds on each helmet model. Tests include 30 linear and 2 oblique impacts. Helmets tested on anvils to replicate real-world crashes
Top hat emerged in Western fashion by end of 18th century. First silk top hat created by George Dunnage in England in 1793. Initially made of felted beaver fur, later replaced by silk plush. Developed into opera hat variant in 19th century
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