Corning gorilla glass, it is a toughened and scratch resistant glass, it is use mostly in mobile phones, tablets and laptops etc. to protect them from scratches and damages. These are specially manufactured and heat treated glasses for clearer and longer lasting displays, but does it have something in store for cars? well the cars are also have a plenty of use of this slightly different needs to be really tough, but at the same time, if a car wind shield breaks, it should not create sharp edges or large pieces which can be fatal in case of an accident.
When Car Windshield Breaks
Most car glasses for windows and windshields are specially heat treated and coated with protective films in such a way that they do not turn into fatal knife like pieces when it breaks down. Rather, when a windshield wrecks completely, it is broken down into smaller chunks and spreads across so that there is least damage to occupants in the car.
How Will it Help In Cars?
corning, which is a renowned name in making specialized glasses for gadgets is soon going to announce special glasses for cars which will not only be stronger, safer, but also more resistant to scratches. Corning Gorilla glass on cars will have smoother surface which will help in aerodynamics of the cars and will offer safer and more comfortable journey as it will also reduce the wind noise by virtue of its smoothness. and it will reduce a vehicle's weight and lower its centre of mass. theoretically, that means get better gas mileage than with a ride outfitted with run-of-the-mill glass. in addition, the material also acts as a noise filter, making car cabins quieter.
Will It Cost Too Much?
Since it’s a new technology, so we will not see a massive roll out right from the beginning. Initially a few luxury car manufacturers may go in for this option, but gradually when it becomes more affordable and popular, we will see cars fitted with new technology glasses making them safer, quieter and more efficient.
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