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Home > News > Self-Cleaning Underwear Goes Weeks Without Washing

January 5th, 2007

Self-Cleaning Underwear Goes Weeks Without Washing

Abstract:
The new technology attaches nanoparticles to clothing fibers using microwaves. Then, chemicals that can repel water, oil and bacteria are directly bound to the nanoparticles. These two elements combine to create a protective coating on the fibers of the material.

This coating both kills bacteria, and forces liquids to bead and run off.

Source:
livescience.com

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