Design and Development of a Metamaterial-Based Protective Headband for Mitigating Sports Injuries

This thesis focuses on creating a new lightweight headband to help reduce head injuries in sports. The headband uses specially designed foldable structures and advanced materials to absorb impact effectively while remaining comfortable and easy to wear. Tests and computer simulations show that this design can significantly lower the force on the head during impacts, improving safety for athletes. This work supports the development of better protective gear that athletes are more likely to use, contributing to safer sports environments.