Electronic Envelopes May Replace Windshield Wipers

[kscarbel]

Forbes / December 15, 2015

In a few years, the rubber-stripped blades that have kept rain, snow and sleet off car windshields for nearly a century may become a thing of the past.

New ultrasound technology being developed by UK-based McLaren Group's chief designer Frank Stephenson is adapting technology pioneered for fighter jets as an alternative to the traditional windshield wiper.

High-frequency sound waves envelop the windshield like a force field, repelling water, insects and anything else that gets in its way.

The U.S. Navy has used similar electromagnetic envelopes to prevent barnacles from growing on the hull of their ships.

[Lmackattack]

I could have used this new form of water repellant the last few weeks....Been nothing but rain,snow,salt and road spray

[57 bcr]

Interesting,but I don't drive a ship I suppose people can't be expected to think for themselves anymore,and technology,no matter the cost,will make things better for everyone,right?...................After all,its for the children........................sorry my .02

[41chevy]

I can see the 1 800 lawyers gearing up for the ultra sonic tumors as we read this.......

[2stacksuperdog]

And youll have to bring in a certified scientist to fix your "envelope" instead of just changing a wiper....