# Interchangeable Component Helmets The 'Unit Helmet' Boasts a Modular Design to Suit Needs By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-09-29 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unit-helmet References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2017/09/28/the-lego-of-safety-helmets/) & [jaehoonjung](http://www.jaehoonjung.com/) The 'Unit Helmet' has been designed by Jaehoon Jung as a [modular piece of safety equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyeq-switchdisc) that will enable wearers to customize the components that it features to keep it as functional as possible. The piece of safety equipment comes with an array of different accessories including ear muffs, a torch, a [face visor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/argus-ar) and a sun visor to let wearers quickly augment the design to suit their needs. Safety equipment hasn't changed much over the years, which leaves ample room for innovation from the viewpoint of designers. This is being acknowledged with creations like the 'Unit Helmet' that allows pieces to be [clipped on and removed as required](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canyon-deflectr-rls-helmet) to keep the protective equipment as streamlined as possible. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Modular Safety Equipment:** Designing safety equipment that can be customized to meet individual needs and preferences as new accessories and features emerge. - **Interchangeable Components:** Creating products that can be easily customized with interchangeable components for maximum functionality and flexibility. - **Streamlined Protective Gear:** Incorporating new materials and designs into protective gear to create gear that's both streamlined and more effective than traditional designs. ### Where This Applies - **Construction:** Creating modular safety equipment that better meets the needs of construction workers who require rugged, specialized safety gear. - **Emergency Services:** Developing customizable safety equipment for emergency responders to ensure maximum flexibility and effectiveness during emergencies. - **Sports Equipment:** Designing helmets and other safety gear with interchangeable components for maximum customization and performance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Connected Cyclist Safety Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unit-1-faro-smart-helmet.md) - [All-in-One Winter Sport Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-mod7-snow-helmet.md) - [Convertible Full-Face Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/met-parachute-mcr-mips-helmet.md) - [Technical Enterprise-Ready AR Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helmet-ar-headset.md) - [Helmet-Secured Bike Prototypes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/on-board-helmet.md) - [AR-Enabled Ski Rescue Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/argus-ar-helmet.md) - [Inflatable Accordion-Style Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ventete-ah1.md) - [Flatpack Cyclist Safety Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-helmet-concept.md) - [Electric Bicycle Helmet Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebike-helmet.md)