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Self Wiping Bike Helmet

Riding a bike is fun but helmets get dirty fast. Sweat dust rain and pollution all make them wet and smelly. Cleaning them is annoying and most people just ignore it. I thought it would be great if the helmet could clean itself.

The idea is simple. The outside of the helmet will have a surface that can wipe off dust water and mud. That way even if it rains or the road is dusty the helmet stays clean. The inside will have a soft little cloth system that moves and wipes away sweat so it does not smell or get wet. There will be small sensors that know when the helmet is dirty or wet and they will turn the cleaning on only when needed. You could also put a tiny light inside that kills bacteria to make it extra clean.

This helmet will help anyone who rides a bike every day or even sometimes. No one likes a wet smelly helmet and right now most helmets in the market do not fix this problem. I know it myself because I ride a lot and sometimes I have to wear a wet helmet and it is really uncomfortable and also during night time there is no proper vision if the helmet is not clean cant even close the shield of it as then we cant see ahead due to tge lights of opposite vehicles so a clean helmet is non negotiable.

Making this helmet will mix simple machines electronics and some smart materials. It will be small light and not heavy. It can make riding more comfortable safe and clean. I think it will be useful for many people and it is fun to make something like this. I want to try it because it solves a real problem and it is not something you see in normal helmets. A smart self cleaning helmet can really change how people feel when they ride and keep them happy and safe.

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  • If the cleaning system runs on a detachable battery pack that doubles as a USB powerbank it solves two problems at once cleaning plus mobile charging.
  • he sensors could track humidity temperature and gas odour levels to not only clean but also warn the rider about fungal growth or when the padding should be replaced.
  • Instead of a moving cloth on the inside you might try moisture absorbing antimicrobial pads based on bamboo fibre or copper infused fabric which clean passively without mechanical parts reducing maintenance.
  • For the exterior cleaning layer you could explore self healing hydrophobic coatings like the ones used on car windshields so mud automatically slides off even without wiping.
  • An interesting concept! I think you should elaborate more on how this futuristic helmet works. We currently don't have the technology where machine electronics clean cloth, and I suppose the cloth inside a helmet is denser, which makes the positioning and working of the machine difficult. Your idea is good, but it's well ahead of time.
  • The idea sounds very interesting, but malfunction may lead to serious accidents or injuries so needs to be thoroughly tested.
  • Great idea! Finally found a solution for a common problem that everyone faces in their lives
  • This is a really helpful upgrade to helmets which often are troublesome during rains
  • creative solution to an annoying daily problem. good job.
  • That’s a really fresh take on solving a real everyday rider’s problem! A self-cleaning helmet combining smart materials, sensors, and hygiene tech could make riding both safer and more comfortable. It’s practical, innovative, and definitely something bikers would love to see in the market.
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