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Sunglasses Developed with Adjustable Shade and Color

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‘Smart’ lenses with chameleon’s powers are driven by electrochromic polymer.

Michael A. Greenwood

Tired of fumbling to find the right eyewear to meet the ever-changing intensity of the sun? Having trouble finding a pair of shades to complement the latest fashion? Researchers at the University of Washington in Seattle may have come up with a solution. The team, headed by Chunye Xu, research assistant professor of mechanical engineering, built a prototype pair of sunglasses that allows the user to quickly and easily dial the desired color and shade of its lenses. The researchers said that the sunglasses would be particularly suited for outdoor activities — such as hiking, skiing and...Read full article

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    Published: May 2007
    electrochromic polymerlensesResearch & TechnologyTech PulseUniversity of Washington

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