BLOCK 100% UVA & UVB
UP TO 90% POLARIZATION EFFICIENCY12
BEXTRA DARK UP TO CATEGORY 3
UP TO 2X FASTER FADEBACK14
INDOOR CLARITY
Photochromic lenses incorporate trillions of photochromic molecules that dynamically change shape in response to light exposure levels. When exposed to UV light, the molecules realign into a flat configuration, resulting in the lenses darkening. Conversely, when UV light is removed, heat causes the molecules to revert to their original state, returning the lenses to a clear state.
To facilitate the shape-changing process, the molecules require space to move within the matrix. Ideally, the matrix should be highly flexible to allow the dyes to move freely. However, since these are eyeglass lenses, the matrix must also be composed of a hard material that is both scratch-resistant and durable.
The breakthrough solution features a revolutionary nano-composite matrix that combines the flexibility of soft materials with the durability of nanometric hard materials. The innovative nano-composite matrix emulates a semi-crystalline structure, creating distinct hard and soft domains that allow the dyes to move more freely. The facilitates rapid activation and fadeback without compromising darkness or durability. By optimizing the environment of each layer, this technology significantly enhances the performance of the photochromic system, achieving deeper coloration, faster fade-back, and efficient polarization. The development of new materials disrupts the conventional trade-off between high polarization efficiency and rapid fade-back, advancing the evolution of Transitions lenses and consistently delivering an exceptional visual experience for users.
All photochromic molecules undergo fading reactions are influenced by temperature that the higher temperature, the faster fading rate. For other photochromic lenses, higher temperatures typically reduce overall darkness. To overcome temperature challenges, this technology further absorbs the visible spectrum, providing enhanced darkening effects outdoors. Additionally, the molecular structure of photochromic dyes continues to be optimized, with dye chemists manipulating specific areas within the molecular structure to improve darkness, color, and speed. Leveraging extensive expertise in this field, optical experts have successfully expanded dye molecular structures, enhancing their ability to absorb more visible light energy and thereby activating lenses in bright light conditions.
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