# Radiation-Proof Underwear The 'Safety Shorts' are Built for Maximum Protection By Katie Jensen | Published 2011-08-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radiation-underwear-safety-shorts References: [kleinezeitung.at](http://www.kleinezeitung.at/kaernten/2762951/neue-shorts-schuetzen-vor-strahlen.story) An innovative pair of underwear called 'Safety Shorts' promises to guard wearers against excessive genital radiation after prolonged [cell phone and laptop exposure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-emf-protection). Rico Kogleck, a member of the team, claims that inspiration struck during a class brainstorming session. He and four schoolmates spent a year developing the underpants, aptly named 'Safety Shorts,' which are now retailing for $42. The team is pictured with their product, above. The ultra-high frequencies emitted by cell phones and laptops have been shown to negativly impact male fertility, including decreasing sperm count, sperm concentration, and sperm quality. The fabric used to develop 'Safety Shorts' contains a silver thread that deflects 99% of cell phone and laptop radiation. A fabric with similar protective properties has already been introduced in Germany. The [protective underpants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sparepair-underwear) promise to preserve the family jewels from pesky health problems, but prudent pants-wearers should continue to don jockstraps to ward off life’s rougher moments. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.6/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Radiation-proof Clothing:** Developing radiation-proof clothing to protect individuals from harmful electronic devices. - **Smart Fabric Innovation:** Exploring the use of smart fabrics, like silver threads, for various protective applications. - **Electromagnetic Shielding:** Providing market opportunities for products that can deflect electromagnetic radiation. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore incorporating radiation-proof materials into clothing. - **Consumer Electronics:** Manufacturers of consumer electronics can develop devices with built-in electromagnetic shielding. - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can invest in developing radiation-blocking garments for medical professionals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Health Awareness Undergarments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underaware.md) - [Testicular Cancer Awareness Boxers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/testicular-cancer-awareness-boxers.md) - [Space‑grade Privacy Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electromagnetic-shielding-jacket.md) - [Sexual Wellness Underwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lorals-for-protection.md) - [Protective Silver-Infused Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shielding-jacket.md) - [Mobile EMF Protection Inserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-emf-protection.md) - [3D Contouring Boxers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/manmades-the-boxer-brief.md) - [Leakproof Period Undergarments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thinx.md) - [Anti-Radiation Smartphone Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radiationblocking-charger.md)