InPlane Sensing
Now, any surface can be a SmartSurface
The driver-vehicle touch interface of the future, today
UltraSense InPlane Sensing integrates multi-mode sensing, illumination, and haptics with a single printed circuit board (PCB), enabling a comprehensive touch experience
InPlane Sensing offers high performance and increased simplicity
Compared to traditional systems with mechanical buttons:
- 80% less plastic — more sustainable
- 70% less volume — slimmer designs
- 65% less weight — longer drive times
- 60% fewer parts — simpler for OEMs
- Immune from stresses of temp, aging, and wear
- Safer and more intuitive for drivers
UltraSense
Modern
Lighter
Less Volume
Fewer Parts
Less Plastics
Traditional
Gesture technology enables turn signal & wiper stalk replacement. Thinner form factors offer stow ability option.
Overhead control modules offer from moonroof to HomeLink. Personalized Multi-Function lights without the “click”. Removal of clunky mechanical controls.
HVAC & Infotainment controls built into trim. ShyTech hidden-then-lit capabilities.
Door Unlock with at-Edge Illumination, Audible, Haptic Feedback. Optionality to enable upgrade to SafeExit capability. Seating controls; window controls.
Multiple interior surfaces applications deliver optionality consistency to support premium experiences: Basic plastic and glass to metal, and natural and soft surfaces.
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