Thermoelectric cycle helmets heat up or cool down on demand

Clothing that can regulate temperature to protect its wearer from extreme conditions has long been used by astronauts and deep sea divers, but thanks to a new product called Climaware, cyclists could soon have access to climate-controlled vests, shoes and even helmets.

Climaware clothing places small metal discs close to the skin and then passes a small electrical charge through them to alter their temperature to between 17 degrees and 35 degrees Celsius for up to three hours on a single battery charge.

Cycling climate control

Climaware is designed to be integrated with existing helmets or be sold as a heating/cooling cap or headband.

The device weighs around 80 grams and uses a rechargeable battery.

A spokesperson for the Environmental Transport Association (ETA) said: “For cyclists who choose to wear a helmet, climate-controlled designs could make the experience far more civilised.”

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