en.Wedoany.com Reported - The results of the 2026 National Football League helmet laboratory tests were recently released, with helmets manufactured using 3D printing technology once again ranking first. This annual test is conducted in collaboration with the NFL Players Association and ranks helmets based on their effectiveness in mitigating impact forces to the head. The Riddell Axiom 3D helmet, featuring a 3D printed lattice liner made using Carbon's Digital Light Synthesis technology, received the highest rating for the third consecutive year.

Five of the top ten helmets in this year's ranking incorporate 3D printed components, with the top three all manufactured using Carbon's Digital Light Synthesis process. The second-ranked VICIS ZERO2-R MATRIX ID 2025 features interchangeable 3D printed liners and an adjustable crown liner, while the third-ranked Schutt F7 Pro integrates a DNA CORE 3D printed lattice structure. The Riddell SpeedFlex True 3D, making its debut in the top ten, also combines a traditional shell with a 3D printed lattice protective layer.

3D printed lattice liners are designed with customized densities to optimize impact absorption performance. Their open-cell structure offers advantages in ventilation and comfort compared to traditional foam liners. The NFL previously required the use of soft-shell caps during preseason training in 2022 to enhance impact absorption. However, 3D printed helmets tested and rated as "Guardian Cap Optional" are increasingly being chosen by more players, as they meet protection requirements without needing additional external padding.

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