# Self-Sanitizing Transit Handgrips The Cyclean Bus Handle is Constantly Cleansed Between Contact By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-11-14 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclean-bus-handle References: [red-dot.sg](http://www.red-dot.sg/en/online-exhibition/concept/?code=898&y=2013&c=1&a=0) Some public transit takers find themselves making compromises between stability and sanitation, where support posts and handgrips are concerned. The Cyclean Bus Handle ensures that riders will not have to sacrifice either, providing them with a [hygienic component to hold onto](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tank-series). The contraption comprises two main parts that work together effectively. The most obvious bit is the graspable strap and the other is the chamber of rollers that suspends beneath the ceiling of the coach or train carriage. Inside of this, Zhou Shen, Qiu Zhen, Li Jiyang, Liu Tao and Zeng Jiayu intend there to be a [sponge to scrub](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hard-surface-cleaner) and a [cleaning agent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pulito). The idea is that, between uses, the Cyclean Bus Handle will feed through the system to be good as new for the next person. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Self-cleaning Surfaces:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop self-cleaning surfaces for commonly touched objects in public spaces to ensure hygienic experiences. - **Hygiene-focused Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate hygiene-focused design principles into the development of public transportation systems and other shared spaces. - **Efficient Cleaning Systems:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create efficient and automated cleaning systems that can quickly sanitize commonly touched surfaces in high-traffic areas. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Public Transportation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implement self-sanitizing technologies in public transportation vehicles to enhance cleanliness and passenger safety. - **Architecture and Interior Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with architects and interior designers to incorporate self-cleaning materials and features in public spaces. - **Cleaning and Sanitation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop advanced cleaning and sanitation solutions tailored for high-traffic environments such as public transportation systems. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Three-in-One Hygiene Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-hygiene-kit.md) - [Sanitizing Scooter Helmet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carefol-helmet-case.md) - [Reliable Self-Sanitizing Toothbrushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hahatec-self-sanitizing-toothbrush.md) - [Portable Toothbrush sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clea-toothbrush-sanitizer.md) - [Self-Sanitizing Computer Mouses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-mouse.md) - [Touch-Free Santizing Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touch-free-pen.md) - [Dedicated Cleaning Tool Sanitizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sterilizer-2022.md) - [Hands-Free Door Handle Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safe-lever-door-opener.md) - [Highly Effective Phone Cleaners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cleanstation.md)