Formula 1For many it is a fascinating world where speed, courage and skill meet.

But especially in this world lack of necessary equipmentIn perhaps a thousandth of a second, the line between life and death can blur.

What if a helmet was made that couldn’t even be crushed by a tank to emphasize this line?

The story we will tell now took place in 2004. Michael Schumacher It starts with the purchase of a helmet developed by the German safety equipment manufacturer Schuberth.

at that time $15,000 There was something special about this helmet that had such a high price!

The helmet was made of multi-layer carbon fiber and resembled a it was like armor.

In fact, the helmet was so durable that Schuberth engineers created one They passed the helmet with the tank and they proved that the helmet is indeed as durable as they claim.

The durability of the helmet that Schuberth produced for Schumacher raised the bar of safety equipment to a new level in the racing world.

Although it was first produced for Schumacher, this helmet offers a serious safety measure. all F1 drivers for had been used.

So much so that this revolutionary technology, which Schumacher pioneered, was used by the Ferrari driver at the 2009 Hungarian Grand Prix. Saving the life of Felipe Massa He had done it!

While the suspension part of another vehicle hitting Massa’s head during the qualifying rounds could have been fatal due to the speed and severity of the impact, the Schuberth helmet Massa was wearing prevented him from doing so. It protected him from a fatal blow.

Carbon fiber outer layer spread the coupThe multi-layer foam lining absorbed the impact, minimizing head trauma.

Moreover, the helmet’s notable features include its ability to withstand an object impact at a speed of 200 miles per hour. be able to withstand the impact There was also a viewfinder.

In summary, this helmet produced by Schuberth has managed to completely change F1 safety standards!

The helmets used by F1 drivers today are inspired by this revolutionary technology like a tank test Known for its remarkable durability properties, Schuberth’s helmet is still remembered as an unforgettable symbol in F1 history.

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