Smart surface technologies enable design freedom, customizable interfaces and the ability to include more features in the same form-factor. Current trends in automotive include capacitive touch, closed surfaces and more decorative options to house back-lit touch, hidden-until-lit surfaces and haptic HMI. Decorative surfaces must be integrated into designs to control functions such as the infotainment system, HVAC, seats, windows and now, even the outside appearance of the vehicle. Smart materials are coming into their own, especially when design considerations must also be made to the overall weight of a vehicle, transparency and heat resistance.
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary
2. Key Product Launches and Updates
3. CES 2023: Concept Cars
4. Key Industry Collaborations
5. Conclusions
6. Analyst Contacts