xMEMS Creates Silent and Compact Cooler for Smart Glasses

The American company xMEMS Labs, known for its solid-state speakers , has presented another original development — a cooling system for smart glasses. The key features of the new product are its miniature size combined with high heat dissipation efficiency.

The xMEMS cooling element is made using the proprietary µCooling technology. Its design is based on miniature piezoelectric membranes that are activated when voltage is applied and vibrate, creating an air flow that removes heat. Due to the absence of bearings, a motor and other traditional elements, the cooler practically does not wear out, and also works silently and without noticeable vibrations. The dimensions of the device are 9.3 x 7.6 x 1.13 mm.

According to the developers, the µCooling module will increase the level of comfort when using smart glasses, as well as use more powerful chips without the risk of overheating the skin in places of contact with the gadget body. According to preliminary calculations, the overall heat package of glasses when switching to a new cooling system can be increased from the current 0.5-1 W to 2 W.

According to the xMEMS report, 1.5-watt glasses with the µCooling system demonstrated a 40% reduction in temperature, a 75% reduction in thermal resistance, and a 60-70% reduction in cooling energy costs compared to traditional solutions. Samples of the coolers are already available to electronics brands, and the start of mass production is planned for the first quarter of 2026.

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