Manufacturing Minute Recap: Soap-Proof Phones, Tech-Filled Concept Car, Improving Batteries

This week in manufacturing, we looked at a soap-proof phone, McLaren's new concept car and longer-lasting batteries for heavy machinery. Check out this week's Manufacturing Minute recap.

This week in manufacturing, we looked at a soap-proof phone, McLaren's new concept car and longer-lasting batteries for heavy machinery. Check out this week's Manufacturing Minute Recap. 

Japan's Soap-Proof, Washable Phone

In this episode, manufacturers in Japan go beyond waterproof phones and introduce a new technology — washable phones. Watch how it works here:

A Formula One Concept Car

In this episode, McLaren introduces a concept car packed with new technology that is so futuristic, it almost seems like science fiction. Look at the details here:

Industrial Lithium-Ion Batteries

In this episode, researchers look to improve conventional lithium-ion batteries for use in higher temperatures. Find out more on the process here:

SO, WHAT DO YOU THINK?

Are these new technologies game-changers for their industries? Will they see widespread use, or will they be just another idea that never came through?

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