The Optic helmet uses augmented reality to give cyclists a 360-degree view of the road.
Credit: DCA
An augmented-reality helmet that gives cyclists a 360-degree view of the road could help prevent accidents, according to the device's designers.
Unlike cars, bicycles don’t come with rearview mirrors, which is why British product design firm DCA created the Optic helmet. The futuristic-looking headgear features front and rear cameras and a drop-down visor that can overlay live-streaming footage from the rear camera onto a rider's field of view.
The visor can also display proximity warnings, such as if a vehicle is overtaking the rider, and alert them to potential collisions by combining data from the cameras and ultrasonic sensors on the front and back of the helmet. [10 Technologies That Will Transform Your Life] https://www.livescience.com/56471-augmented-reality-optic-bike-helmet.html
