K16 : Using a Non-Newtonian Fluid as Helmet Padding to Reduce the Risk of Concussions.


Students Julian Alfano
School HWCD - St. Margaret Mary - Hamilton
Level Junior 7/8 - Grade 8
Group Group 2 - Engineering and Computing I
Abstract The Purpose of my project is to find a material that improves upon the performance of standard helmet padding. The material that I chose to study was a type of non-Newtonian fluid called Oobleck.
Awards
Group Award Prize
Mohawk College Mathematics AwardsMohawk College Mathematics Awards - Junior$ 50
Merit AwardsBronze Merit Award$ 60