Tuesday, April 18, 2017

Reflective Technology: Night Eye emancipated from motorcycle

On 2 wheels, engine innovation! Originally developed by MACNA for motorcycle, the Night Eye system is quickly surprised and seduced. So much so that this high night vision technology is now validated and used by the giant Nike.

Jacket motorcycle and scooter reflective equipment MACNA Concrete Night Eye Remember what was there a year ago to the day: October 8, 2012, the Dutch supplier MACNA surprised everyone during the Frankfurt Motor Show with the Concrete Night Eye jacket. This innovative technology offers maximum visibility at night while maintaining a jacket (or pants) discreet during the day. Using tiny glass beads placed on textiles, Night Eye system we were literally amazed during our test, that the video (at the bottom of this article) shows clearly.

The bike: One area of ​​real innovation
Nike Flash, a range using the Night Eye technology developed by MACNA for motorcycle given the effectiveness of the device, it is no wonder it is reused for other activities. And this is Nike, which supports the first with a reflective tape of clothing, called Flash Pack, and shoes for running to be as visible as possible in low-light conditions, the pedestrian being particularly vulnerable to vehicles. True, the rates are high for the moment but it is hoped that the popularization of this technology will make it quickly accessible.

From our side, we welcomed a concept emerged in the world of motorized two-wheeled found success in this way. This is, we believe, prove that the middle interests us has something to bring real solutions to security problems through innovative companies and taking the lead on legislation still perfectible and restrictive, as unfortunately demonstrated the imbroglio vest and retro-reflective armbands .