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In Mexico, motorcycle use has increased 359% since 2009, reaching nearly six million units according to INEGI (National Institute of Statistics and Geography). Forecasts indicate continued growth of approximately 12% by 2034. This rapid expansion emphasizes the need to improve road safety measures and enforce helmet regulations. Despite being essential for protection, helmet use remains low, and many visors do not meet safety standards. A visor must provide clear vision, resist impact from debris, and withstand prolonged use. The current Mexican regulation, NOM-206-SCFI/SSA2-2018, solely evaluates helmets based on the U.S. Department of Transportation standard, which is widely criticized for illegal reproductions. This study developed and validated a prototype for penetration testing of motorcycle helmet visors, aligning it with international standards. The tests were conducted according to Snell-M2020 (Section E7, “Penetration Test for Face Shields”), ECE/R 22.05 (Annex 17, “High Velocity Particle Test for Visors”), and BSi-4110 (Section 6.7, “Impact Resistance”) standards. Additionally, a helmet with expired ECE/R 22.05 certification was tested, as this standard recommends replacing it every 4–5 years or after any impact. The results revealed that most visors sold in Mexico do not meet international safety requirements, highlighting the urgent need for improved regulation and enforcement to ensure adequate protection for motorcyclists.

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Proposal for a Penetration Test for Helmet Visors Used by Motorcyclists Marketed in Mexico

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    2026年

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  • Macaria Hernández-Chávez,
  • Juan Fernando Cortés-San Agustín,
  • Armando Irvin Martínez-Pérez,
  • Germán Arriaga-Mejía,
  • Diego A. Fabila-Bustos

摘要

In Mexico, motorcycle use has increased 359% since 2009, reaching nearly six million units according to INEGI (National Institute of Statistics and Geography). Forecasts indicate continued growth of approximately 12% by 2034. This rapid expansion emphasizes the need to improve road safety measures and enforce helmet regulations. Despite being essential for protection, helmet use remains low, and many visors do not meet safety standards. A visor must provide clear vision, resist impact from debris, and withstand prolonged use. The current Mexican regulation, NOM-206-SCFI/SSA2-2018, solely evaluates helmets based on the U.S. Department of Transportation standard, which is widely criticized for illegal reproductions. This study developed and validated a prototype for penetration testing of motorcycle helmet visors, aligning it with international standards. The tests were conducted according to Snell-M2020 (Section E7, “Penetration Test for Face Shields”), ECE/R 22.05 (Annex 17, “High Velocity Particle Test for Visors”), and BSi-4110 (Section 6.7, “Impact Resistance”) standards. Additionally, a helmet with expired ECE/R 22.05 certification was tested, as this standard recommends replacing it every 4–5 years or after any impact. The results revealed that most visors sold in Mexico do not meet international safety requirements, highlighting the urgent need for improved regulation and enforcement to ensure adequate protection for motorcyclists.