# Microwave Clothes Cleaners The 'Wavelet' Clothes Cleaning Appliance Uses Familiar Technology By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-03-08 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clothes-cleaning References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2016/03/08/cook-your-clothes-clean/) & [behance.net](https://www.behance.net/gallery/34411725/Wavelet-Microwave-clothes-drying-machine) A large amount of power and fresh water goes into clothes cleaning around the world, so the 'Wavelet' is designed to be a more efficient appliance. Drawing inspiration from the microwave, the 'Wavelet' works by using the technology to dry clothing and sanitize in a fraction of time. While a [traditional washing machine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/washing-machine-technology) might take an hour or more to dry, the 'Wavelet' [clothes cleaning appliance](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laundry-system) would operate much quicker. What's more, the conceptual appliance would save loads of energy and help to make laundry machines of the present outdated. The [modern living space](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-smart-home-appliances) is being focused on more and more by brands in order to satisfy a preference for sustainability by consumers. The reworking of existing technology, as seen with the 'Wavelet,' helps push innovation in new, unexpected directions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.1/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 94% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Efficient Clothes Cleaning:** The 'Wavelet' clothes cleaning appliance is a disruptive innovation opportunity for creating a more time-efficient and energy-saving way of cleaning clothes. - **Microwave-inspired Technology:** The inspiration drawn from the microwave technology in the design of 'Wavelet' could create opportunities for developing new appliances in various industries. - **Sustainable Living Innovations:** The focus on sustainability in modern living spaces, as seen with the 'Wavelet' clothes cleaning appliance, offers disruptive innovation opportunities for various industries. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Home Appliances:** The 'Wavelet' clothes cleaning appliance offers a disruptive innovation opportunity to develop more efficient and eco-friendly home appliances. - **Fashion Industry:** The 'Wavelet' could be a disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by offering a more sustainable and quicker way of washing clothes, leading to less water usage. - **Sustainability Industry:** The focus on sustainability in modern living spaces, as seen with the 'Wavelet' clothes cleaning appliance, could lead to new disruptive innovation opportunities in various industries such as renewable energy, waste management, etc. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Germ-Killing Clothing Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clothing-care-appliance.md) - [Multipurpose Portable Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonertool-portable-washing-machine.md) - [Handheld Garment Cleaning Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-dry-cleaner.md) - [Portable Ultrasonic Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-washing-machine-concept.md) - [Garment-Drying Laundry Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zera-lab-launbot.md) - [Miniature Portable Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/conceptual-mini-washing-machine.md) - [Free Standing Laundry Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eeva.md) - [Human Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mirai-human-washing-machine.md) - [Sleek Smart Laundry Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laundry-system.md)