subject: Technologies Used By Smith Sunglasses [print this page] Smith sunglasses have been the pioneer both in fashion and function for over forty years. Several factors have played their roles in making Smith sunglasses as the favorites of professional athletes and the ordinary people. However, the most influential are the technology and material. There are several technologies and materials supporting these aspects of Smith sunglasses, including durability, visual distortion reduction, optical clarity and lightweight.
The often-taken technology of polarization is used for glare protection. The polarized lenses of Smith sunglasses have Horizontal Glare Reduction (HGR) filter that is capable of filtering out 99% of reflected glare. As a result, your vision will be sharpened and eye fatigue eased. Sports Tapered Lens Technology is used to make Smith sunglasses wrap around your eyes which in turn will reduce visual distortion. By tapering the lens toward the outer edge, this technology can rectify visual distortion and even bring it to zero. Smith sunglasses lenses make use of carbonic, the material featuring durable, shatter-resistant and unusual lightweight. To achieve lightweight, Smith sunglasses also use Techlite. Techtile lenses are polished and chemically treated for impact resistance as well as making the Smith sunglasses significantly lighter than ordinary sunglasses. The Hydrophilic Megol venting technology ensures your Smith sunglasses keep away from fogging. The material of Grilamid is included in the frame of Smith sunglasses that will maintain its shape under high temperature.
All these technologies and advanced materials of Smith sunglasses really provide good vision care, making it popular through the years.