Because the displays are integrated into the windshield instead of the dashboard, drivers can see the information without taking their eyes off the road. At Zeiss, the new technology was pioneered by the Jena-based Microoptics division. The engineers developed multifunctional smart glass technology. It employs microoptics with ultra-fine structures that make it possible to integrate cameras right into the display glass. They can also be used for projection, illumination or filtering. “Together, we will set a new standard in the automotive industry and revolutionize the way information is displayed in vehicles,” said Bernhard Ohnesorge, Managing Director of Carl Zeiss Jena GmbH, commenting on the new partnership. The companies have jointly initiated the first set of steps for product development and plan to start mass production within the next five years. (hw)
