Researchers have developed a hard hat that works like an invisible face mask. This will be an ideal solution to protect from airborne viruses without using a traditional mask.
A Michigan University research team led by associate professor Herek Clack developed this invisible mask. It is commercialized by the Taza Aya company.
The air curtain and the nonthermal plasma module block and inactivate the airborne viruses. This invisible mask is included in a hard hat with a 10-pound backpack.
It will be ideal for the workers who work in high-risk environments and the industrial workers.
How the air curtain technology functions
This gadget features a hard hat with nozzels; it emits treated air downward, creating a protective barrier around the user’s face. A nonthermal plasma module located in the backup unit filters the air.
In the filtration process, it ionizes and sterilizes the air by neutralizing pathogens. The end product of this procedure is air curtain, which inhibits 99.8% of airborne viruses.
Invisible masks: transformative benefits you need to know
The downward-facing air curtain of this device protects the user’s face and blocks 99.8% of airborne viruses. This mask gets rid of the problems that come with regular masks, like fogging up and not fitting right.
Without the face mask, it enhances the verbal communication, and the expression of the user will be clearly visible, which will be more beneficial in noisy environments.
This invisible mask is comfortable to wear on a daily basis and will not interfere with their activities. In contrast to traditional masks, these masks are more protective; users do not need to remove this while eating or drinking.
Perfect fit: Ideal users for the invisible mask
This worker-friendly mask will be ideal for laboratories and processing plants, which are high-risk environments. For industrial workers also, this will be handy to overcome the communication challenges that are common in the noisy environment.
To sum it up, an innovative hard hat works like an invisible face mask developed by the Michigan University research team and by Taza Aya, which protects the wearer from airborne viruses.
This worker-friendly device not only enhances safety but also improves communication and comfort in high-risk and noisy environments. As this technology continues to advance, it holds the potential to revolutionize safety equipment across various industries, ensuring the well-being of workers worldwide.
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