Freeze the Summer!, Innovative Patents to Outsmart the Heatwave

 

 Before we know it, early summer has arrived in full force. In May alone, daytime temperatures are already soaring to 29°C (84°F). With another brutally hot summer expected ahead, people are already showing great interest in cooling appliances and summer-ready items.

 To combat the longer and more intense heatwaves we experience every year, a variety of innovative technologies and clever products are emerging. Today, let’s explore some fascinating patented technologies and products designed to help us beat the sweltering heat.

 Cooling Apparel: Lowering Body Temperature Through Wearables

 The clothes we wear daily might just be the most critical factor in regulating our body temperature. For years, many clothing brands have been competitively rolling out cooling apparel under labels like "Air" or "Cool." But what is the science and technology behind these garments?

 First, let's look at a cooling garment developed by the outdoor brand 'Black Yak,' which improves comfort by utilizing the heat of vaporization.

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KR10-2020-0165172, Cool clothing with improved comfort by using vaporization heat

 The heat of vaporization (also known as latent heat of evaporation) refers to the amount of heat energy absorbed from the surroundings when a liquid turns into a gas. This is the exact principle that makes you feel cool as sweat evaporates. A classic example of this technology in action is the common cooling arm sleeve.

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Cooling arm sleeves

 Black Yak’s cooling apparel also harnesses this principle. The inner lining is made of fabric, while the outer layer features a moisture-permeable waterproof layer and an absorbent sheet. This design effectively absorbs and expels heat and sweat, even in hot and humid conditions. The technology is highly versatile and can be applied to everything from industrial safety gear to sportswear and undergarments.

 There is also cooling apparel designed with exceptional moisture absorption and quick-drying capabilities. These functional garments are engineered to absorb sweat rapidly and enhance cooling the moment you put them on. By combining an elastic, sweat-wicking fabric with a specialized blend of raw materials—including tripropylene glycol—this technology effectively boosts heat absorption.

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KR10-2021-0147186, Functional clothing with improved moisture absorption and drying function

 Heat-Preventing Cosmetics: Protecting Your Skin from the Blazing Sun

 Summer isn't just about the heat; we also have to worry about intense UV rays. Even if you are wearing cooling clothes, exposing your scalp and face to the scorching sun can rapidly spike your body temperature and accelerate skin aging.

 To address this, cosmetics designed to shield the skin from intense sunlight are catching people's attention. This particular patent is for a cosmetic composition aimed at preventing thermal skin aging and reducing pores using mushroom ferment filtrate and sugar alcohol.

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KR10-2020-0122383, Cooling cosmetic composition for preventing of skin heat aging and improving of pores

 By mixing mushroom ferment filtrate and sugar alcohol in a specific ratio, the formulation triggers an endothermic (heat-absorbing) reaction on the skin's surface. This provides a long-lasting cooling effect while improving heat-induced pore expansion and wrinkles. Notably, this cosmetic replaces chemical raw materials with naturally derived extracts like mushroom ferment, making it even more effective for maintaining healthy skin.

 Have you ever heard of 'Epipinoresinol'? It is a compound isolated from plants like cucumbers, forsythia, holly, and hardy rubber trees (Duchung). It is known for its excellent ability to promote cell recovery, improve wrinkles, and soothe skin heat.

 Cosmetics manufacturer COSMAX has developed a skincare line utilizing this ingredient. According to the patent description, it is highly stable and causes minimal skin irritation, proving exceptionally effective during the summer when the skin is easily damaged by heat and UV rays.

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KR10-2018-0064303, Cosmetic composition comprising epipinoresinol

 Ventilative Mats: Keeping Your Bed Cool and Comfortable

 When tropical nights hit, you can wake up drenched in sweat even with the air conditioner running. This is exactly when you need a ventilative mat. Unlike conventional mats, this innovative mat uses a motor to generate air pressure, creating a repeating pattern of ridges and grooves on the surface. It is uniquely designed so that cushions or mattresses can be placed right on top of it.

 Using this mat prevents sweat from building up on your back and solves the common issue of air holes getting blocked by body weight, thereby maximizing the ventilation effect.

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KR10-2020-0159414, Ventilative mat apparatus

 Cool Strollers: Keeping Babies Safe from Summer Heat

 Extreme heat can be particularly dangerous for infants and toddlers, whose weaker immune systems make them highly vulnerable to temperature fluctuations. A cramped stroller can easily turn into a heat trap, trapping high temperatures inside. To solve this problem, a stroller equipped with a built-in cooling system was invented.

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KR10-2023-0087090, Stroller having cooler

 To prevent babies from being exposed to excessive heat, this stroller features a built-in cooler above the seat that purifies and cools the air. Comprising an intake pipe, an exhaust pipe, and a cooling fan, the unit rapidly purifies the air inside the stroller and utilizes condensed water to provide a refreshing, chilled airflow.

 With the heat arriving earlier than usual this year, worries about the peak of summer are growing. To stay cool and comfortable during the upcoming heatwaves, subtle daily preparations and the help of new technologies will be more important than ever. We hope the various patented technologies and innovative products introduced today will help make your summer much more refreshing.

 Stay healthy, stay cool, and have a wonderful summer day!

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