In an effort to better protect the heads of soldiers from
injury, BAE Systems of Phoenix, Ariz., has developed a sensor
that measures helmet acceleration and environmental pressures.
Soldiers from the 4th Infantry Division will receive 5,500 of
the head borne energy analysis and diagnostic systems (HEADS).
HEADS has a twofold function. First, data received will lead to
the development of better protective gear. The systems will also
facilitate research into the diagnosis and treatment of mild
traumatic brain injury, according to BAE Systems. The
unobtrusive devices will be attached to the inside of helmet
shells and will not interfere with goggles and other sensors.