The new mask is an invisible air shield in front of the user and is attached to the brim of a baseball cap. This mask is lightweight, includes a filter, and is reusable.
Invisible mask attached to the user’s cap. (Source: Times of Israel).
On November 24, the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology announced that researchers have developed an invisible mask that protects users from coronavirus, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), influenza, and other respiratory viruses.
Technion stated that the new mask is a type of invisible air shield in front of the user and is attached to the brim of a baseball cap. This mask is lightweight, includes a filter, and is reusable.
The air shield helps protect the user’s eyes, nose, and mouth while still allowing for facial recognition, emotional expression, and verbal communication.
Testing results show that this mask effectively prevents small droplets formed during breathing and speaking, as well as larger droplets produced when coughing and sneezing.
Additionally, this mask protects users in polluted environments.
According to Technion, dozens of people in nursing homes, universities, stores, and offices have tried this mask and reported the benefits it provides.
