Nanotechnology-Enhanced Upholstery In Chrysler Vehicles

Posted on November 3, 2007 by Patrick T. Lewis

Popular Mechanics is reporting that Chrysler is utilizing YES Essentials fabric in its new vehicles.  The fabric utilizes titanium dioxide nanoparticles to repel odor and stains:

The newest version of YES Essentials fabric has an innovative technology that basically rids odors and volatile chemicals from the interior. The fabric has a nano-sized photocatylist (titanium dioxide) that transforms odors, smoke and harmful chemicals into micro-sized CO2 and H2O particles. And, no, the amount of CO2 that the seats release are not harmful to the environment, the manufacturer says.

I remember a number of audience members at our Nano App Summit environmental, health and safety panel greatly enjoyed Jerry Bahlmann's hypothetical example of coffee barista uniforms with stain-resistant properties.  Who knew one of the first implementations of that technology would be in car seats?

 

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