Self-Sanitizing Textiles
Muse Nanobots Develops an Innovative Coating for Textiles
The demand for self-sanitizing textiles and materials is growing as consumers internalize the threat of the ongoing pandemic. As a result, many scientists and tech companies are working together to answer this need and give individuals peace of mind. Most recently and according to various news sources in India, Muse Nanobots—a subsidiary of Muse Wearables—has developed a special nanotech-coating that will enable any surface to be a self-sanitizing textile. The company worked alongside Chicago-based Situ Biosciences and the collaboration was supported by the Indian Institute of Technology Madras' incubation cell. It is believed that the innovation "can eliminate coronavirus within five minutes of contact." It is believed that the coating can be applied to a wide range of products—from face masks and PPE gowns to packaging materials and more.
Trend Themes
1. Self-sanitizing Products - The trend of self-sanitizing products, including textiles, is on the rise as the threat of pandemics increase, providing an opportunity for companies to innovate with new coating technologies.
2. Nanotechnology Coatings - Companies developing nanotechnology coatings for textiles and other material applications are poised to disrupt traditional sanitization methods and capture a growing market demand.
3. Public Health Innovation - Recent developments in self-sanitizing textiles and materials demonstrate a growing need for disruptive innovation in public health and safety to address future pandemics and other health threats.
Industry Implications
1. Textile Manufacturing - Companies in the textile manufacturing industry have an opportunity to adapt to the demand for self-sanitizing textiles by integrating nanotech coatings into their production processes.
2. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - The PPE industry has the potential to benefit greatly from self-sanitizing textiles, as they can provide longer-lasting protection and peace of mind for individuals in high-risk settings.
3. Medical Packaging - The medical packaging industry can explore the use of self-sanitizing coatings to provide an extra layer of protection against pathogens for medical supplies and equipment during transport and storage.