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Wearable Air Conditioning Belts

Sparkle Team's 'Sparkle Tornado' has Built-In Silent Fans

— April 4, 2023 — Lifestyle
Sparkle Team announced the 'Sparkle Tornado' alongside a crowdfunding campaign on IndieGogo. The Sparkle Tornado is a wearable silicone belt that serves as a personal air conditioner for the wearer. The device cools off the wearer with five fans placed around the belt that are designed to face upward such that the cold air spans the length of the wearer's body.

The Sparkle Tornado features three cooling levels for different levels of cooling. The company's marketing materials state that the fans move up to 585 liters per minute of air, which is significant given the 500mm combined fan radius. The 12-volt battery in the Sparkle Tornado lasts roughly three hours of continuous use, but the device charges quickly in less than an hour. Additionally, the belt can have a power bank mounted to it, allowing for all-day operation.

Image Credit: Sparkle Team
Trend Themes
1. Wearable Air Conditioning - The technology has evolved the way we cool ourselves and can also enhance productivity in hot conditions.
2. Personalized Climate Control - New opportunities for wearables to deliver personalized, on-the-go temperature control and other ambient conditions.
3. Battery-powered Wearables - As battery technology advances, more and more wearables are making use of it to deliver longer usage time and more powerful performance.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - Wearable air conditioning is a new application for fashion that could change industry by tapping into the health benefits they offer.
2. Sports and Fitness - Athletes and fitness enthusiasts who train outdoors could use it as a go-to device in hot and humid conditions, making it an essential piece of equipment.
3. Construction and Industrial - In industries where employees spend long hours in hot and humid conditions, wearable air conditioning belts can be the new standard tool that enhances productivity and worker comfort.
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