Nanoe X technology, created by Panasonic, is invisible to the human eye and is effective in suppressing potentially harmful and unpleasant particles. The scientific principle is simple: water molecules are discharged into the airflow containing microscopic hydroxyl radicals. These can inhibit viruses, bacteria, pollen and other allergens and can act against the spread of mould. They can also deodorize bad odours and stops moisture evaporation, leading to hydrated skin and hair.
As mentioned in Lexus' press release, the effectiveness of nanoe X has been independently confirmed by organisations and academic bodies worldwide. For example, laboratory research by the Japan Food Research Laboratory has shown that in one hour, it can inhibit more than 99% of viruses and bacteria; achieve a 1.8 reduction in odour intensity.
The new nanoe X technology is a major development of the original nanoe technology previously used in Lexus vehicles. A much greater effect has been achieved thanks to a 10-fold increase in the number of hydroxyl radical particles that are emitted - from 480 billion per second to 4.8 trillion.
Abundant in nature, hydroxyl radicals are now being used to improve air quality in enclosed areas such as vehicles, places of work and public spaces. Once released, they react with elements in the atmosphere. This is a naturally occurring process that allows them to inhibit the growth of pollutants, breaking them down and neutralising their adverse effects. These include hazardous substances contained in PM2.5 particulates.
Source: Lexus
