Motorcyclists. A shining LED module is to improve safety

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Every motorcyclist realizes how important it is to have the right outfit for comfort and safety. For the new season, OSRAM in cooperation with the specialist clothing manufacturer HELD has prepared an interesting solution – glowing LED modules sewn into safety overalls, jackets, and safety vests for motorcyclists.

 

The latest collection of motorcycle clothing is equipped with LED light modules, thanks to which fans of two wheels have a greater sense of security not only when driving at night, but also in fog and other difficult weather conditions.

 

“The integration of lighting with motorcycle safety clothing is a new way to improve road safety,” says Stefan Hofmann, head of the Smart Textile Illumination department at OSRAM. Together with HELD, we have developed an effective solution that will appeal to all motorcyclists.

 

At the beginning of the season, HELD launches two motorcycle jackets and a vest, which can be individually equipped with actively illuminated OSRAM LED modules. Clothing with integrated lighting provides active protection without the use of light from vehicle headlights or street lamps, which is necessary for retro-reflective belts. LED light modules have been specially designed in such a way that it is easy to turn them on before the motorcyclist sets off. There is no need to use manual settings. The light bars provide up to seven hours of active lighting in continuous mode (with a 4000 mAh battery), while the LED modules emit white light at the front and a red light at the back. The motorcyclist can quickly and easily integrate light spots in clothes, and the battery can be easily charged via the USB port.

 

Textiles equipped with lighting effects are a project being developed in Germany for several years. The Polish branch of the company is open to establishing cooperation with a local clothing company ready to introduce LED modules to its collections. In the near future, OSRAM plans to connect light modules with sensors, which will allow controlling various functions using the application. It is likely that a solution will be introduced that will allow the automatic activation of an emergency telephone call in the event of an accident.

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