Prototype pad section for Windpact crash cloud technology consists of a tri-part section of gray and black plastic with black velcro attached to one side. Windpact began developing the crash cloud pads for a wide variety of uses and this is an example of the different thicknesses and design arrays available.
Windpact was created by retired NFL football player Shawn Springs an African-American inventor, entrepreneur, businessman and athlete. Inspired by a car accident he and his family were in, Springs noticed his daughter’s car seat protected her from the impact and thought he could use this technology in other ways. Initially he developed this ‘crash cloud’ technology for use in football helmets to reduce concussions in players but soon used this new technology in all types of athletic helmets, as well as military helmets. Windpact continues to develop and innovate with 3D printed materials finding a variety of applications for this new technology.