Specialized is launching a technology offensive with its helmets: the well-known MIPS (Multidirectional Impact Protection System), the Swedish system for protecting the brain from harmful rotational forces in the event of a fall, is now on board. The rider should be even better protected and, in addition to MIPS, the offensive culminates in the ANGi system - an acronym for "Angular and G-Force Idicator". ANGi is a patented sensor with an integrated accelerometer and a gyroscope (an inertial wheel that measures changes in direction) that is attached to the helmet.

While riding, the ANGi sensor identifies the forces that typically occur in an accident. If such forces are detected, the sensor connects to the Ride app to be installed on the smartphone, an alarm sounds and the countdown starts. If the rider is well, they can switch off the alarm. If the rider is injured and is unable to deactivate the alarm, the Ride app sends a notification including location and GPS coordinates to the stored emergency contacts.

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