MobilityAD/ADAS
In the connected and AD/ADAS fields, it supports the enhancement of
sensing functions and high-speed communication from the material aspect.
Polymer Waveguide (PWG) for In-Vehicle Network
(Under Development)
Advantage
The Optical Wiring is Lighter Than the Electrical Wire Harness, Has No Noise, and Can Reliably Distribute a Large Amount of Information Into the Automotive
| Optical vs Electrical Circuits | Polymer Waveguide | Optical Fiber | Wire Harness (Electrical) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wiring for Data Transmission for Two 8K Cameras [Cross-Sectional View] |
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| The Number of Signal Lines | 10 | 10 | 1000 |
| Cross-Sectional Area Ratio | 1 | 3 | 750 |
| Weight Ratio | 1 | 3 | 3000 |
| Noise | No Influenced | No Influenced | Influenced |
Core Technology
Fabrication of Polymer Waveguide Film
Design of Waveguide
Pitch Conversion
Crossing
Branch
Micro-Mirror
Optical Connector
・Precise Pattern Fabrication Technology and High Repeatability
・Good Connection to Optical Components
Application Examples
Conceptual Diagram of Optical Wiring
for Fully Automated Vehicles
Application areas of PWG
・ Internal ECU Optical Wiring
・ Optical Branching in Optical Harness
・ Optical Wiring in Optical Module Substrate
Internal ECU Optical Wiring
(Chip to Chip Connection)
Optical Branching Connector
for Optical Harness
Examples of Cooperative Development：AutoNetworks Technologies,Ltd.
