Permanent solution to fogging on the Scuba Masks involving Nanotechnology

[el_mo]

Let's consider a parallel industry that deals with fogging masks that already employs a permanent "nanotechnology" solution for antifog: snowsports. These are often far more expensive than the average dive mask.

Yet despite the maturity of permanent anti fog solutions in this industry (which dwarfs the diving industry) and the immense resources of behemoths like Giro, Smith, etc. this problem still hasn't really been solved? Even the highest end goggles will fog eventually, and these are ideal conditions for eyewear, not the constant flooding, washing, and salt that dive masks must endure

This is my perspective as an avid skier that deals with fogging on the slopes and in the water. I have my doubts, but I hope I'm proven wrong and such a unicorn product can be delivered! I'd sure line up to buy one

 

[randini]

I still don't get how this (or even the bottled defog stuff) is a better option than just spitting in your mask. There's nothing to forget, run out or wear off and it's free.

 

[TrimixToo]

I still don't get how this (or even the bottled defog stuff) is a better option than just spitting in your mask. There's nothing to forget, run out or wear off and it's free.

When I was younger, my saliva worked fine. Then it didn't. These days I use dollar store baby shampoo. One bottle lasts several seasons. It's in the milk crate with my masks, reels, lights, lift bags, etc. so there is no danger of it being left behind.

 

[DivingLane]

I still don't get how this (or even the bottled defog stuff) is a better option than just spitting in your mask. There's nothing to forget, run out or wear off and it's free.

Huak tuah

 

[MacDuyver]

My favorite question

6. Willingness to Pay for Fogless Technology: How much value would you place on having crystal-clear vision during every dive with our advanced, permanent anti-fog scuba mask technology?


200 EUR

300 EUR

350 EUR

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I always get a kick out of these probing questions from the target population which are clearly designed to determine how much their pockets can be emptied.

I'll stick with burning it and using toothpaste with magic eraser as needed.

For €200 I can buy ANOTHER of the mask I dive, a lighter, AND a 50 year supply of baby shampoo.