Continental works on infrared for car multi-touch
Tuesday, December 23, 2014 - 06:30
in Physics & Chemistry
Using infrared technology, gesture-control features might find their way into the "affordable" market segment. Automotive supplier Continental, with an eye on the future, is working on intelligent infrared technology for control designs—in "affordable" cars. Continental said the technology will be ready for series production in 2017. The company is out to show that multi-touch gesture features are not beyond the budgets of those who will limit themselves to small, affordable vehicles. Infrared curtains can replace more expensive touch displays, said the company. With infrared curtains,