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The goal is to stimulate new market demand for a properly fitted helmet to make cycling safer and reduce head trauma injuries in accidents. The new design can be folded up to 50% volume of the existing bicycle helmet and can be carried in a backpack or by other means. The helmet is lined with a wave cushioning material and is combined with Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) foam. Preliminary studies by the manufacturer indicate that this new material uses EPS foam pads in designs that provide better protection from traumatic brain injury. This new material is approximately half the weight of EPS foam, thus making the helmet lighter. The innovative concept design offers bicycle commuters a safer, attractive, and affordable portable design. If it is used and fitted properly, it can prevent and/or reduce severe traumatic brain injury in accidents. 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