Washing into the Future: How Technology Is Revolutionizing Laundry
From hand-cranked wringers to smart washers that talk back, laundry has come a long way—and it's not slowing down. Artificial intelligence, automation, and cutting-edge materials are transforming how we wash, dry, sort, and even think about our clothes. At The Laundry Club, we’re watching the spin cycle of innovation unfold in real time. Below, you’ll find a series of blogs exploring how laundry tech is evolving—faster, smarter, and sometimes creepier than you'd expect.
THE FUTURE OF LAUNDRY
Spinning Through Space: Laundry On The Moon
Let’s say it’s the year 2085. You’ve just finished a shift tending to your hydroponic tomatoes in Lunar Settlement Alpha. You peel off your space-rated moisture-wicking jumpsuit, give it a whiff, and yep—it smells like robot-sweat and moon-mud (whatever that is). Time to do laundry. But hold up… how exactly does one do laundry on the moon?
Musk unveils Tesla's humanoid robot that folds Laundry
Elon Musk’s Optimus humanoid robot from Tesla is doing more stuff — this time folding a t-shirt on a table in a development facility.
Cybersecurity Flaw For Free Laundry
Two students soon discovered that beyond just being able to start loads for free, they could manipulate the machines to add obviously ridiculous millions of dollars to their digital wallets in the app used to pay for laundry.
The Future of Laundry: Trends, Technology, and Transformation
The laundry business is on the cusp of significant growth and transformation, driven by a confluence of factors such as changing consumer needs, technological advancements, and environmental concerns. .
The Final Frontier: Doing Laundry In Space
Picture this: you’re gearing up for a trip to space. You’ll be gone roughly six months, which means you’ll need a cool 180 pairs of underwear or so packed in your suitcase. There's no washers & dryers in space! So what do you do?
Artificial Intelligence in the Laundry – (Part 1)
The term “Artificial Intelligence,” or “AI,” may conjure up space-age concepts explored in the science fiction novels or futuristic film thrillers. But in the very real and present realm of the Laundry Industry, AI, automation and robotics have arrived. The future is here.
Artificial Intelligence in the Laundry – (Part 2)
Since the dawn of civilization, mankind has endeavored to make the process of laundering linens and garments easier, faster and more efficient. The employment of natural detergents and washing powders date back to at least 2800 B.C., and the invention of the washing machine.