An Olympic Center where the new fabic will be used
Swimwear that does not get wet sounds ludicrous. But at the University of Zurich in Switzerland, a team of inventors has created a new swimwear microfiber that actually repels water.
The new technology uses the same methods for repelling water as natural Lotus flowers and insect wings; the fabric has a fine film over the top of it to trap water and exclude it from the second layer which covers the wearer’s skin.
For years aqua athletes have been known to don swimwear that is designed to glide seamlessly through the water and dry as quickly as possible. This new micro-fibre invention has been proven to be more of a match for swimwear use, as it has been found to stay dry underwater for a period of two months.
The impact of this new invention on the manufacture of competitive swimwear will be colossal. This new invention will help put an end to water-dragging behind in known problem areas of competitive swimsuits and as a result, give racing swimmers greater velocity as they swim their lanes.
