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Tiny Window-Washing Bots

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The Electrolux Splash Scours Every Inch of Exterior Fenestration

— October 30, 2013 — Tech
If something like the Electrolux Splash makes it to the market, you'll no longer have to hire window washers to clean your external windows. This innovative concept is for a teeny-tiny robot that runs over the entire surface of every glass pane to do a job that most homeowners can't handle.

A small triangular dock wedges into the corner on the inside of an operable window where the cutting-edge device can charge up. Just three buttons are present to avoid confusion about the use of Matus Chlpek's invention so it's quick and easy to initiate the wiping of just one or all windows from the outside.

The sleek droplet-shaped device darts back and forth to remove dirt day and night. After dark, the Electrolux Splash glows with bright neon LED lights, creating quite the spectacle on office buildings especially.
Trend Themes
1. Autonomous Window Cleaning - Innovations in autonomous robots for window cleaning will revolutionize the window cleaning industry by creating opportunities for increased efficiency and safety.
2. Smart Docking Stations - Developments in smart docking stations for cleaning robots will enable seamless automation of window cleaning, allowing for increased productivity and convenience.
3. Led-enabled Cleaning Robots - The integration of LED lights on cleaning robots can add a new dimension to the window cleaning industry with innovative advertising and lighting opportunities.
Industry Implications
1. Cleaning Services - Window cleaning service companies can leverage autonomous window cleaning technology to scale their operations and lower their costs while improving the quality of service delivery.
2. Construction - The integration of smart docking stations for cleaning robots in building designs can allow for easier and safer maintenance as well as attract eco-friendly building investors.
3. Smart Advertising - The use of LED-enabled cleaning robots can create new opportunities for advertising and marketing agencies as they explore innovative ways of using technology to promote brands and products.
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