KURZ Case Studie with HMI Concept Panel

KURZ, in collaboration with Sumitomo Demag, Covestro, HRSflow, and Werkzeugbau Siegfried Hofmann, developed a futuristic interior panel combining innovative functionality with wide decorative surfaces and sophisticated design. Know the HMI panel “Fading Lines”, winner of Red Dot Award 2020.

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Integrated Sensors for Smart Surfaces: innovation in interaction. A case study about technology of sensors in the human machine interface.

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Reimagine the automotive interior of the future

The interior design of the cars of the future requires surfaces connected with no spaces, removing traditional buttons and switches. HMI concept panel “Fading Lines” had as purpose to face the following challenges:

 

  • Integrate multiple support functions without compromising the visual organization to the driver.

 

  • Offer a fluid and intuitive design, with homogeneous surfaces, and touch-responsive control elements.

 

  • Allow a sustainable and efficient design, which supports the use of recycled materials with no loss of quality.

 

  • Create an interface that combined touch control areas with room lighting and icons revealed by backlighting.

 

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Solution: Integration of innovative technologies in a smart panel

The panel combines surfaces with “day-night” design, offering intuitive control, backlighting, and a durable surface meeting the demanding specifications of the automotive industry.

The solution to the concept panel was achieved through the combination of several state-of-the-art technologies:

<b>IMD Decoration (In-Mold Decoration)</b>

IMD Decoration (In-Mold Decoration)

Creating homogeneous decorative images.
<b>IME Technology (In-Mold Electronics)</b>

IME Technology (In-Mold Electronics)

Integration of multitouch sensors in a single step of production.
<b>FFB process (Functional Foil Bonding)</b>

FFB process (Functional Foil Bonding)

Integration of sensors to light-regulating touch control.
<b>POLYIC sensors</b>

POLYIC sensors

Transparent sensory technology developed by KURZ subsidiary.

Result: An innovative panel that defined trends

The “Fading Lines” HMI concept panel has achieved exceptional results:

 

  • Design award
    Winner of the Red Dot Award 2020 in the category of Automotive Product Design.

 

  • Sustainable solution
    Recyclable finishing and possibility of use of recycled materials with no loss of quality or esthetic sophistication.

 

  • Functional integration
    Intuitive controls, homogeneous surfaces, and efficient lighting in a single panel.

 

  • Efficient production
    Precise coordination between machines, tools and processes to enable economical and sustainable series production.

 

 

<b>Result:</b> An innovative panel that defined trends
<b>Result:</b> An innovative panel that defined trends
<b>Result:</b> An innovative panel that defined trends

Differential: Network of partners and innovation

KURZ leads projects with solutions that connect state-of-the-art technology, sustainability, and design:

<b>Reliable network</b>

Reliable network

Partnerships with industry leaders, such as Sumitomo Demag, Covestro, and HRSflow, guarantee outstanding results.

<b>Design though for recycling</b>

Design though for recycling

Finishing not compromising the recyclability of the products and improve recyclable materials.

<b>Continuous innovation</b>

Continuous innovation

More than 3,100 patented technologies, or technologies under patent process evidence KURZ’s expertise.

<b>Awards</b>

Awards

The global recognition reinforces the excellence of the developed solutions.

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