Autonomous vehicles, electric cars and car sharing will soon fully redefine the use of a vehicle: The car will become a multifunctional, mobile living and working space. This is the guiding principle of a premium interior concept for future mobility, which Covestro will be presenting at the K 2019 plastics trade fair in Düsseldorf from October 16 to 23.
“The car of the future is fully networked and is seamlessly integrated into everyday life, where it provides the user with new experiences and the greatest possible autonomy,” said Jochen Hardt from Global Marketing Mobility at Covestro. At the unveiling of the prototype, the project manager added: “Modern materials and technologies have paved the way for this. Covestro is a leading player here. In cooperation with partners, we keep pushing the boundaries of what is possible.”
The concept focuses equally on functionality, comfort and design, but also on efficiency and light weight. The focus is on multi-sensor infotainment systems, innovative seating concepts, smart surfaces and personalized lighting. High-tech materials from Covestro open up a kaleidoscope of new possibilities for many different components. A selection of the developments is presented below.
The highlight: a large multifunctional display
Special emphasis is placed on a seamlessly integrated, three-dimensional multifunctional display – a large-format visual experience for the user, made possible by the high optical quality of Makrolon® Ai polycarbonate and Makrofol® polycarbonate film. A sophisticated combination of In Mold Decoration (IMD) and Film Insert Molding (FIM) provides for the surface design and durability. The latest Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) support passenger communication with the car and the outside world. Such polycarbonate films may also serve as a moldable carrier for printed electronics, enabling the integration of additional functions.
In the car exhibit at K 2019, Covestro will also present functional surfaces with premium look and feel. In addition to the use of polycarbonates and the INSQIN® technology for textile coating, the particular appeal lies in the combination of unusual materials such as wood, stone and aluminum.
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SOURCE: Covestro
