The Japanese company created a fabric that could 'shock' the bacteria

A fabric can `` extract '' tiny amounts of electricity from the wearer's movement, then generate electrical impulses large enough to kill nearly all the harmful bacteria that cling to clothing, helping Protect the health of users. At first glance, many people may think this is a 'crazy' and somewhat impracticable idea. However, in reality, it is a new invention of two technology companies based in Japan.

Specifically, this special fabric, called PIECLEX , is the result of a cooperation project of electronics companies Murata Manufacturing and Teijin Frontier . Basically, it can generate energy from the material's expansion and contraction , including when the wearer moves or performs normal gestures. Comes with extremely high applicability, can be used as underwear to help prevent body odor, pour antibacterial protection or use in professional protective equipment.

 PIECLEX fabric.

The amount of electricity that PIECLEX generates is so small that human skin is hard to perceive, but powerful enough to inhibit the activity of bacteria and viruses, as well as prevent their reproduction and even destroy them. .

'This power level is effective for 99.9% of the bacteria and viruses we have tested, helping to limit their proliferation or inactivation,' Murata representative said in an interview. with AFP.

PIECLEX will become a promising material if used on a commercial scale, and it will become a promising material for products such as sportswear, toiletries including diapers and masks, as well as use in industrial filters, labor protection devices. The fabric has not been shown to prevent the Corona virus yet, but its potential for medical use remains immense.