Waterless, detergent-free washing machine on its way

The manager of Samsung’s Consumer Electronics Division, Özlem Koçdar, pointed out that this competition among leading technology companies to develop energy-saving products will certainly contribute to future beneficial measures. “Only without using hot water is it possible to save 30 percent of energy,” she says. Koçdar says the revolutionary washing machines will not use hot water or detergent but will clean clothes with completely natural methods. This way, resistance in machines, which heat water inside, will not be damaged by lime, meaning it will no longer be necessary to use chemicals to protect the machine from harmful lime. Koçdar argues that this technology will also render the machines more durable along with their consuming 30 percent less energy. After being asked that obvious question about “how that will ever be possible,” Koçdar gives a two-word answer: “Silver Nano.” He is referring to nanotechnology, the newly emerging breakthrough technology that deals with controlling matter on a minute scale, as well as the fabrication of devices of this size. This technology protects the devices from bumps, sunbeams and corrosion. Silver Nano may also be applied to other machines as a cover up. Silver is reduced to a “nano” scale -- roughly 75,000 times thinner than a hair.

Airwash technology, on the other hand, is making it possible to clean clothes  without using any water. However it is only recommended for cleaning materials that are hard to wash and dry because of their large sizes. Examples of such goods are pillows, blankets, stuffed toys and carpets. It may also be a good method to use on goods that should not have contact with water or be washed frequently, such as suits and leather coats.    Airwash sterilizes clothes and eliminates unpleasant smells while also smoothing wrinkles and removing the need to iron. The process takes five steps, the first being fresh air entering the machine with a fan on the inside. This air passes through a heater and is then blown into a tank with a unique system. Finally bacteria, harmful microorganisms and similar particles are separated from the clothes and are pushed away from the machine through a pipe.