Either smart or beautiful - chase after unlocking a new language of glass

In today's rapidly developing automotive intelligence, every detail of the intelligent cockpit is evolving - the central control is smarter, the voice is more natural, and the lighting is more dynamic. But the car glass, which occupies 30% of the body area, remains silent.

Shanghai Astrace has taken root in the field of film for 22 years, and has taken the in combining film with light, electricity and the Internet to launch 3.0 smart functional film series products. Through two major products: intelligent light control of intelligent dimming film and aesthetic experience of personality pattern display of OMTD photoelectric film, the car glass is no longer silent.

Nowadays, Shanghai Astrace has made breakthrough progress in the field of intelligent light control. By utilizing innovative self-developed technology, it has launched dimming film products with faster response speed, more stable performance, and safer safety, which will effectively and comprehensively promote the upgrade of automotive dimming technology.

Mobile Space Upgrade: Dimming Technology Enters Intelligent Cockpits

Tracing the history of dimming technology, it originated from the dual demands of space privacy and light comfort in the 1980s. With the maturity of technology and cost optimization, it has moved from laboratories to office buildings and residences, and then into the "mobile space" - the automotive field - at the end of the 20th century:

In 1988, Lincoln was use electrochromic (EC) technology for anti glare rearview mirrors, improving nighttime driving safety and igniting the inspiration for "window dimming".

2005/2011: Ferrari SuperAmerica, Mercedes Benz SLK, and Maybach S600 successively applied electrochromic technology to the sunroof, opening up a dimming sunroof experience for high-end sports cars and luxury sedans. At that time, due to high costs and technological scarcity, dimming technology became a symbol of brand technological strength and high-end positioning.

From 2012 to 2020, the wave of intelligent automobiles emerged, and the demand for lighting environment and privacy in the cabin became increasingly diverse. In order to solve problems such as lighting, insulation, and safety, Astrace not only laid out on traditional window films, but also turned its attention to intelligent dimming films in 2013.

Since 2021, with the popularization of new energy vehicles, sunroof glass has basically replaced traditional physical sunshades, and dimming technology has become a key alternative solution by relying on its "dynamic light management" ability to solve strong light exposure and insulation problems. Brands such as BMW iX's "one click switch transparency", WENJIE, AVITA, and JIKr are widely used, and dimming sunroofs are rapidly becoming popular, while also moving from luxury car exclusive to mainstream vision.

However, existing dimming technologies still face bottlenecks such as slow response, high haze, high cost, and high-voltage electric drive, which restrict the popularization and upgrading of dimming technology.

Shanghai Astrace Embark on a new era of intelligent cockpit

Facing industry pain points, Astrace has been deeply involved in dimming technology for many years, focusing on overcoming the four major challenges of response speed, transparency, cost, and safety in the form of film materials, promoting revolutionary breakthroughs in dimming technology, and bringing a more sensitive, stable, and safe dimming experience to automotive sunroofs.

Compared to existing solutions, Astrace intelligent dimming film has:

1. Faster response: millisecond level switching speed, bringing a smooth and silky user experience.

2. Higher transparency: Lower haze, presenting clear vision and advanced visual texture.

3. Better driving: lower operating voltage, effectively improving system safety.

4. Better solution: Mature mass production solution to assist in the large-scale application of various vehicle models.

Astrace not only brings intelligent dimming film, but also injects intelligent dimming experience into the car cabin; Moreover, OMTD photoelectric display film leads the aesthetic innovation of intelligent cockpit.

OMTD photoelectric film is known as the "night limited" technology. But now, its integration with the dimming sunroof breaks this limitation and unlocks the ultimate solution for car sunroofs.

When the dimming film is closed, the sunroof presents an opaque privacy state - even during the day, the pattern on the OMTD photoelectric film is still clearly visible.

The integration of two core technologies not only allows drivers and passengers to enjoy the beautiful scenery and comfortable lighting in any light, but also achieves an balance and leap between functionality and visual aesthetics for car canopies.

How should we imagine the future of automotive glass? Astrace provided the answer: either intelligent - Astrace intelligent control dimming film; Either aesthetics - Astrace OMTD photoelectric film.

From the intelligent dimming film that solves the "light annoyance" to the photoelectric display film that unlocks all-weather "visual art", Astrace is starting from the "largest screen" of car glass, endowing it with perception, interaction, and expression, making car windows truly "speak up".

This "smart and beautiful revolution" of automotive glass is also about to reach a key milestone again this month - the launch of the Astrace intelligent control dimming canopy series products! More breakthrough technological details and futuristic application scenarios will also be revealed. Please continue to follow the official Astrace platform and witness with us the intelligent cockpit entering a new era where technology and aesthetics complement each other.