volvo tft display retrofit made in china
Used TFT clocks DIM from S/V60, XC60, S80II, XC/V70III made in the years 2014 to 2017 (the unit from V40 series can only be used in V40 cars - it has different mechanical shape than x60, x70, x80)
make sure that you located the TFT DIM that matches the transmission type of the target car - Automatic (PRND display) or Manual (+ Gear -) on the right side of the display. Diesel/petrol fuel type of the donor car does NOT matter.
2pcs original Volvo terminals for repair (P/N 30656697) or 2 used terminals from a white DIM Volvo connector which is a standard for all Volvos starting from 2005
Then press DECODE CEM. We must warn you this process can take up to 24 hours(but on average it usually does not take more than 12 hours). During the whole process you can interrupt the decoding process and continue later. If you do the CEM PIN decoding then you no longer need to do it again. Thanks to this you can also make other changes in the vehicle configuration including the TFT retrofit. After this process is done you will receive an email to the account you put in in the beginning.
Then choose CAR CONFIGURATION and then “Car configuration wizard”. Then you only need to choose the “TFT retrofit” wizard. Make sure DIM is connected.
2 new fixing wires (Volvo P/N 30656697 or used) must be connected to position 7 and 8 to the white DIM connector. Keep plugging in the wires into the “body” of the connector until you can hear them click properly. Then you just place and click in the blue thingy to its place. If the wires do not sit they are supposed to the blue thingy will not stick.
Connect DiCE again, turn the ignition key to position II and open VDASH again on your computer. Go to “Car configuration wizard” and choose TFT retrofit again.
VDASH will begin to look for the newly connected TFT DIM. If all wires are correctly plugged in, the update process will begin. If not then check the connecting of the wires again using the multimeter.
Your vehicle will restart itself many times during the process and at the end you will see a picture of the vehicle, the state of fuel and more. At the very beginning the incorrect measures can be displayed, but after a short trial run it should be fixed. The kilometres will also automatically reappear.
You can change and move the clock motivesonly when the engine is running (this does not have any specific explanation). The designated motive is Elegance(grey or brown). It is possible to reprogramme this motive to a blue version “R-design” (using car configuration > advanced settings > Advanced TFT DIM settings > Screen Skins > DIM: R-design menu), motives Ecoand Powerremain unchanged.
1. Temporarily disconnect newly connected cables from the white DIM connector, and connect the original DIM2. Start the engine (SCL the steering lock will now unlock)3. While the engine is running, disconnect the original DIM connector and reconnect the additional wiring, connect the TFT DIM4. Turn the engine off and lock the car5. SCL will NOT turn on again (unless you connect the original DIM). You will not observe any further immobilisation issues.
I am currently reverse engineering the oldest digital dashboard Volvo has produced, from a Volvo 480 (1986-1995), because I want to put a custom computer in. The dashboard manufacturer (VDO) has put a custom Hitachi HD63A01V1 MCU in, which was quite advanced for the 1980s, but technology has progressed a lot the past 35 years.
Anyone that has been in the Volvo scene long enough with a “modern” era chassis has probably at least heard of VDASH. It was developed in eastern Europe and allows users to “crack” their cars CEM and access parameters usually only accessible by Volvo. When the tool first hit the scene around 2017, it was a revelation to all those with newer cars, allowing them to add remote start, headlight configurations, key controls and more. The prices were pay-per-mod and they were…reasonable. Some categories being more expensive than others based on what I can only describe as desirability. However in 2022, my opinion on this tool has been swayed.
There is still much to discover with P3tool. It has tools for many onboard modules of the car as well as for the TFT display (which my car is not equipped with). I will be following this project closely and I think i speak for everyone in the community when I say thank you Johnny for your work. Stay tuned for any updates!
At the Dubai Airshow 2021, Emirates announced that it will retrofit 105 of its modern wide-body aircraft with its Premium Economy product, in addition to other cabin enhancements.
The 18-month retrofit program, scheduled to begin at the end of 2022, will be entirely conducted at Emirates’ state-of-the-art Engineering Centre in Dubai. It will see 52 Emirates A380s and 53 Boeing 777s fitted with a new cabin class – the airline’s highly lauded Premium Economy. The airline is also considering installing a brand new Business Class product on its Boeing 777 aircraft, with customized seats in a 1-2-1 layout.
Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline, said: “Emirates is investing in this retrofit program to ensure that we continue to serve our customers’ needs, and provide the best experiences in the sky. Since we introduced our Premium Economy seats a year back, we’ve received a hugely positive response. Customers have been amazed by the quality and comfort. As Emirates has done with our signature First, Business and full-service Economy travel experiences, we intend to further develop our Premium Economy into a distinctive Emirates experience that is unmatched in the industry. We are also considering a brand new Business Class product. More details will be revealed in due course.”
Sir Tim added: “It is also a source of pride that the entire retrofit project will be conducted at our home base in Dubai. It demonstrates the strong aviation capabilities that has been built up within Emirates airline and the broader UAE ecosystem to support such a highly specialized and technical program.”
At the end of the retrofit program, Emirates will have a total of 111 Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 aircraft offering Premium Economy seats, including the 6 A380s that would have been delivered to the airline with four cabin classes by December 2021.
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In early December of 2021, I had a unique opportunity to spend a weekend with the Polestar 2, the first mass-market EV to be released as the progeny of Chinese auto manufacturer Geely and Volvo since it purchased the Swedish company in 2010.
Hyundai owns approximately a one-third (33.88%) stake in Kia, but the company operates independently even though they share platforms. The differences between the two cars are expressed in the aesthetics of the interior trims to create a distinct branding effect. The general vibe of both cars is ultra-futuristic and progressive technologically. Both vehicles employ Bluelink, a Hyundai-designed, dual-screen TFT LCD driver informatics and in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system, compatible with Android and CarPlay, which Hyundai is committing to updating over-the-air twice a year.
The Kia EV6 uses a narrow touchscreen display with virtual buttons and physical knobs for environmental and entertainment controls. Its energize button and EV drive controls are on a knob in a center console that the Ioniq 5 doesn"t have, which also gives the cockpit a tighter feel. The center console also hosts the seat heating controls -- something you need to be aware of when resting your arm on the console, as they are easy to activate by accident.
For connectivity, the Ioniq 5 and the EV6 use a USB-A port underneath the central stack. It appears the jacks are designed to be field-replaceable and third-party parts exist for those who want it badly, so it is possible an OEM USB-C retrofit is potentially in the offering at some point in the future, or at least it will potentially be changed for 2023. The EV6 has the benefit of having several USB-C charging ports, but they are not data capable, whereas the Ioniq 5 has four USB-A ports and no USB-C ports.
To say that the electronics in both of these vehicles can be initially overwhelming is a bit of an understatement. Having come from the Polestar 2, which has a very streamlined, comparatively minimalistic user interface and driver awareness system using Android Automotive, and even having driven other EVs like the Tesla Model 3 and Ford"s Mach E, which are fairly straightforward in their UXes and information displays, using Hyundai"s Bluelink system is like looking at an LCARS display from Star Trek: The Next Generation. In many ways, it is retro-futuristic to look at.
The right-hand touch display is primarily used for operating the car"s built-in navigation, which is voice-activated, as well as for Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, entertainment systems control (such as for XM and FM radio), and activating and interacting with Android Auto and CarPlay. The right-hand display is also used for the 360-degree camera system and the surround view monitor (SVM) for parking. While the UX is straightforward, Bluelink has many menu options that go several layers deep, which can be daunting initially to dig into.
The left-hand display unit is where most of the action is. Both vehicles I evaluated had the full array of driver awareness and safety intervention sensors, including forward collision assistance (FCA), blind-spot collision avoidance assist (BCA), rear cross-traffic collision avoidance assist (RCCA), reverse parking collision-avoidance assist, (PCA), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go (SCC), Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA), Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC), and Driver Attention Warning (DAW).
If that sounds like a lot of stuff, it is. But Hyundai does an outstanding job of visualizing all of these in the main driver display as if it is an advanced video game and showing the visual cues from these sensors exactly when they need to be shown to the driver -- you don"t need to be aware of each of these systems at all times.
Ah yes, the HUD. You think that this technology is going to be superfluous, but it"s not -- it keeps your focus on driving and on the road itself because you are looking straight ahead instead of glancing down at the main driver display for just about everything you need for awareness cues except the rear-facing cameras. You get vehicle speed, road speed and traffic alerts, vehicle proximity alerts, and turn-by-turn navigational cues (if you"re using the built-in navigation system) in the HUD.
Hmm... after viewing some Youtube videos, it looks like the center TFT should just work with the stock connector. Looks like only the "eco", "power", and gear selection indicator don"t work out of the box. Looks like the Russian adapter fixes the gear selector display, at the minimum.
Bosch announced that the Automotive and Intelligent Transportation Technology Innovation Experience Day was held from November 14 to 15 at the Bosch (Donghai) Automotive Test & Technology Center in Lianyungang, Jiangsu. At the event, Bosch presented a number of forward-looking technologies and products covering intelligent driving, electrified mobility, intelligent cockpits and future-oriented electronic and electrical architectures. For intelligent driving, Bosch showcased its full-stack intelligent driving system solution tailored for the Chinese market that includes sensors, computing platforms, algorithm applications and cloud services. For positioning, Bosch presented its high-performance inertial measurement unit (IMU). For steering system, Bosch displayed the new CSER platform-based steering system featuring a D6 fully redundant control unit, which can meet the low demand for Level 4 and above Autonomous Driving. For braking, Bosch delivered a variety of modular product portfolio solutions, including the iBooster intelligent booster + ESP solution or the DPB intelligent decoupling and braking system + ESP solution. For electrified mobility, Bosch exhibited its dTCS (distributed Traction Control System), eDTC (engine Drag Torque Controller) and silicon carbide power semiconductors. For intelligent cockpits, Bosch showcased its 2nd-generation intelligent cockpit domain controller and cockpit-parking integration solution controller. For future-oriented electronic and electrical architectures, Bosch presented its in-vehicle computing platform, zone control unit and VDC (Vehicle Dynamic Control) 2.0. (From a Bosch official WeChat account press release dated November 13, 2022)
Bosch announced that it will participate in the 5th China International Import Expo (CIIE) held in Shanghai from November 5 to 10. The exhibits include Bosch China’s Advanced Intelligent Driving Solution, 400kW fuel cell system test bench, fully redundant electro-hydraulic power steering system, multifunctional fuel cell power controller and the ESP10 electronic stabilization program. Among them, Bosch China’s Advanced Intelligent Driving Solution will make its global debut. Developed locally by Bosch’s Cross-Domain Computing Solutions, the Solution is a full-stack intelligent driving system solution tailored for the Chinese market that include key technical elements such as sensors, computing platforms, algorithm applications, and cloud services, and is also scalable for the future. Based on a modular hardware and software design concept of flexibility and scalability, the Solution covers various application scenarios such as expressways, viaducts, urban areas and parking. Another product to make its global debut is Bosch’s 2nd generation intelligent cockpit domain controller, powered by Qualcomm’s 4th generation Snapdragon SA8295 digital cockpit platform chip, which can support up to 12 displays and 16 cameras. (From a Bosch official WeChat account press release dated November 4, 2022)
Bosch announced that it is presenting its innovations for the freight traffic of tomorrow at IAA Transportation 2022 in Hannover. Bosch will present eDistanceTruck powertrain solutions fuel-cell for heavy-duty long-haul transport. It will also display modular common-rail injection systems, effective temperature management, and exhaust-gas treatment with double injection. It will present steering systems like ServoE and Servotwin electrohydraulic steering systems for heavy commercial vehicles. These steering systems support automated driving. A Bosch cloud-based software solution seamlessly integrates electric recharging into logistics planning and service operations for electric-vehicle fleets. Fleet Management Xtended Access is the name of the keyless vehicle access system that Bosch is presenting for the first time at IAA Transportation 2022 as a retrofit solution for existing vehicle fleets. For freight and passenger transport, Bosch will present eCityTruck powertrain solutions, CVT4EV, a continuously variable transmission with a push belt, a Cargo e-scooter, and eCargo Bike. At the event, Bosch will present software platform for logistics specialists, CrossLifecycle Diagnostics, Driver Monitoring System, RideCare Insight, Coach Future Cockpit System and Coach Future Cabin System, Information Domain Computer (IDC), third-generation multifunction camera, fifth-generation front, and side radar, and Digital Vision System, etc. (From a press release dated September 5, 2022)
Robert Bosch GmbH(Bosch) announced that it will organize Bosch Tech Day at its wafer fab in Dresden. For automotive sensors, Bosch will present a combination of multipurpose cameras and front and corner radar sensors installed at the front and sides of the vehicle. The front radar sensor detects objects at the front of the vehicle and determines their speed as well as their position relative to the vehicle.The Bosch multipurpose device is a front video camera that combines traditional image-processing algorithms with artificial intelligence (AI) methods. In addition to the camera, radar, and ultrasonic solutions, a long-range lidar has been developed by the company. Bosch will also display Rolling Chassis which is a pre-integrated systems solution that helps startups as well as traditional automakers bring electric vehicles (EV) to the market faster than before. At the heart of Bosch’s pre-integrated systems solutions is the advanced driving module (ADM). It integrates individual systems for propulsion, steering, and brakes into a harmonized and flexible whole. The company also introduce a charging cable and wallbox. With its integrated control and safety technology, Bosch’s new flexible charging cable for electric vehicles also does without the usual in-cable control box when charging at a 230-volt power socket. This means the Bosch cable weighs less than three kilograms. (From a press release dated July 12, 2022)
Bosch (China) Investment Ltd. (Bosch China) announced that it displayed an array of products at the 2022 Haikou International New Energy Vehicle & Connected Mobility Show (2022 Haikou NEV Show). These products include a dedicated battery system solution for medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles, a compact eAxle which combines the motor, power electronics and transmission in one system, the power electronic controller INVCON3U, an onboard charging and distribution unit, a thermal management system for electric vehicles, a steel pushbelt used in CVT4EV (pushbelt CVT for electric vehicles), an intelligent cockpit domain controller, an occupant monitoring system, a steering-by-wire system, a column electrical power steering system (EPSc), an innovative braking system, an upgraded version of Bosch’s fifth-generation millimeter-wave radar, a third-generation multifunctional camera (in PV (passenger vehicle) and CV (commercial vehicle) versions), a CV version of Bosch’s fifth-generation millimeter-wave radar, and a test bench model for 150kW fuel cell stacks. (From press releases dated January 6, 2022 1/2)
Robert Bosch GmbH (Bosch) announced that it will be presenting networked, intelligent and sustainable products and services for a better life at CES 2022. In its show car, Bosch demonstrates its understanding of systems and extensive expertise in software and hardware. The company uses so-called vehicle computers for assisted and automated driving and vehicle movement as well as for cockpit functions and body electronics. With software updates over-the-air, functions in cars are continuously kept up to date. Bosch will present a digital sun visor using transparent LCD display that replaces the opaque cover in the car. The virtual visor is connected to the occupant observation camera, which detects the position of the driver"s eyes and darkens only the portion of the windshield through which the light sources would dazzle the driver. With pre-integrated modules such as the Advanced Driving Module (ADM), Bosch is reducing the complexity in the development of electric vehicles and thereby increasing the efficiency for automotive manufacturers. The ADM combines the powertrain, brake and steering systems into an integrated unit that manufacturers can integrate into the vehicle more quickly and cost-effectively. (From a press release dated December 13, 2021)
Robert Bosch GmbH (Bosch) announced that it has developed a high-performance infotainment domain computing system. It helps to bring features like in-car communication, in-car payment, video streaming, voice assistants and more to vehicles quickly. The Information domain computer combines its leading expertise in automotive software solutions and domain-specific hardware expertise with solutions from a network of industry-leading technology companies. Bosch has developed a pre-integrated solution that features technology from several collaborating organizations. The pre-integrated solution, built on the BlackBerryQNX Neutrino Realtime Operating System (RTOS) and QNX Hypervisor, is designed to deliver reliable functionality. The pre-integrated Information domain computer is powered by a 3rd generation Snapdragon Automotive Cockpit Platform, a product of Qualcomm. The enhanced display experience is made possible by Texas Instruments’ FPD-Link SerDes technology for high-speed display and camera communications, which is supported by Molex ultra-reliable connector solutions. Further options available on the Bosch Information domain computer platform include voice assistants through Amazon Alexa and Cerence; in-vehicle streaming with Access Twine4Car; and navigation experience via TomTom Navigation. In addition, it will support the BlackBerry IVY Intelligent Vehicle Data Platform co-developed by BlackBerry and Amazon Web Services (AWS). The user experience for the pre-integrated solution is tied together by Rightware with the Kanzi HMI toolchain for signature UI creation, in collaboration with software integration expert Wipro Limited. (From a press release dated December 9, 2021)
Robert Bosch GmbH (Bosch) announced that its Engineering Centre Sofia has tripled in size and opened a new second office, located on two floors in the newly built Synergy Tower of Sofia Tech Park. The new office is located in an area of nearly 5,500 square metres. Bosch Engineering Centre Sofia plans to increase its staff to over 450 associates by the end of 2021. Bosch Engineering Centre Sofia is working on technologies for driving assistance, vehicle electrification, connectivity solutions, displays, instrument clusters and driver monitoring systems. One of the newest assignments for the experts from Bosch Engineering Centre Sofia is the work on completely new products on a conceptual level and in a pilot project phase on the so-called zone automotive electronic control units. Their application will allow moving to a smaller number, but significantly more complex computers with many functionalities. (From a press release dated November 17, 2021)
Bosch announced that it will be presenting its solutions for personalized, automated, networked and electrified mobility at the IAA Mobility 2021 in Munich. Bosch and nine project partners are presenting the future of parking in a live demonstration. With Automated Valet Parking, which was jointly developed by Bosch and Mercedes-Benz, cars drive driverlessly into the assigned parking space at the command of a smartphone. Bosch will display solutions like “Smartphone as a car key”, cloud-based wrong -way driver warning, vehicle occupants monitoring system, networked emergency call system and smart home applications can be controlled from the vehicle via the MBUX infotainment system from Mercedes-Benz using voice commands. Bosch will present its portfolio includes all components for the electrification of cars, “Advanced Driving Module”, fuel cell systems, “Battery in the Cloud” system and intelligent energy manager for charging systems. Bosch will also present driver assistance systems like multifunction camera that combines classic image processing algorithms with artificial intelligence (AI) methods, motion and position sensor VMPS (Vehicle Motion and Position Sensor), redundant braking and steering systems etc at the event. (From a press release on August 10, 2021)
Bosch announced that the new High-Voltage Lab Rig (HVLR) from Bosch Engineering offers a fast, efficient and safe solution for testing the power electronics of the drive in the development laboratory. The system integrates a high-voltage voltage source and electronic safety functions for the circuit of the component to be tested in a portable compact control cabinet. Thanks to its modular structure, the test system can be flexibly adapted to individual customer needs. The system is operated conveniently using a touch screen display. In addition, all operating parameters such as status messages, information on system settings and any error warnings are bundled and clearly displayed on the monitor. The safety functions are implemented by a separate unit, the High-Voltage Safety Box (HVSB). It was developed in accordance with DIN EN ISO 13849 and offers insulation monitoring, an interlock circuit, integration into a laboratory emergency stop concept and a PLC interface. HVSB is part of the scope of delivery of the High-Voltage Lab Rig, but is also available as a separate module. (From a press release on July 14, 2021)
Bosch signed a long-term supply agreement with cellcentric, a 50:50 joint venture between Daimler Truck AG and Volvo Group AB, for electric air compressors with integrated power electronics. It regulates the oxygen supply in the fuel cell system. This will be used in the future in heavy commercial vehicles and stationary applications. Series production is planned for the middle of the decade. Bosch offers the air compressor in two performance classes with 20 and 30 kilowatts. The 30-kilowatt class is designed for voltages from 450 to 850 volts, the 20-kilowatt class for voltages from 250 to 450 volts or 450 to 850 volts. The combination of a high-speed electric motor with integrated power electronics enables simple system integration at competitive manufacturing costs. The silicon carbide semiconductors used in Bosch power electronics also make the bundle of energy particularly efficient. (From a press release on June 17, 2021)
Siemens Mobility and Bosch announced a new fully integrated connected vehicle collective perception system utilizing a direct connection between camera onboard intelligence and dual-mode roadside unit. Detections and geocoordinate data captured by roadside cameras can now be processed more efficiently, bypassing the additional interface devices, making it easier and cheaper to install, and easier to maintain and keep updated. The new integrated system has been developed through testing at the American Centre for Mobility and in the DOT Connected Vehicle Pilot at Tampa Hillsborough Expressway Authority. Two initial use cases – Pedestrian Collision and Wrong Way Vehicle Detection – are currently being piloted and are now ready for installation. This solution takes advantage of smart video-as-a-sensor capabilities enabled by Bosch IP cameras with on-board Intelligent Video Analytics (IVA). This complete V2X solution uses camera intelligence to process at the edge, with no central server required. Safety messages transmitted to the vehicle through the RSU are displayed, if equipped, on the Onboard Unit, along with aggregated information on traffic signal state and phase timing. (From a press release on March 16, 2021)
The CES (International Consumer Electronic Show) 2021, the largest technology exhibition in the world, will be held for 4 days from January 12 to 15. Due to the spread of the new coronavirus (COVID-19), the exhibition will be held on-line. General Motors’ CEO Mary Barra will talk about strategies for electric vehicles in the future as a keynote speaker. While some major Japanese companies decided not to join the exhibition this year, many solutions for the realization of next-generation mobility are expected to be proposed by Japanese companies including start-ups. Bosch Corporation will exhibit in-vehicle computers and smart solutions for connected mobility. Pioneer Corporation will mainly display its solutions for tangible and intangible things. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on January 9, 2021)
Bosch announced that it will participate in the 3rd China International Import Expo (CIIE) from November 5 to 10 and will showcase future-oriented products and technologies in the automotive display area, smart mobility zone. In the field of connectivity, a vehicle computing platform will be presented to the public for the first time. This platform can be used as the vehicle’s data center. It can adapt to a variety of E/E architectures, and provides a hardware infrastructure for intelligent connected vehicle software and big data services. In addition, Bosch will display the Road Condition Services (RCS) that enables AI traffic management and road maintenance, integrating road and weather data as well as crowd-sourced data from OEM vehicles in the cloud. This will provide real-time information about road conditions such as friction coefficient. In the field of automation, Bosch’s new-generation sensors, namely Bosch third-generation multi-purpose camera and Bosch fifth-generation radar sensor, can effectively support autonomous driving with surround perception. Also, the multi-purpose camera for heavy-duty commercial vehicles provides truck-specific visual perception solutions based on intelligent and powerful image processing algorithms. For electrification, Bosch will showcase cutting-edge products in the smart mobility zone such as pressure steel belts for continuously variable transmissions (CVT) and thermal management systems. (From a press release dated November 4, 2020)
Bosch announced that it will display a series of electrified, automated and connected transportation technologies and solutions at the Auto China 2020. The exhibition lineup will include the fifth generation radar, the third generation multifunctional camera, Bosch domain controller DASy, the multifunctional camera for heavy duty commercial vehicles, fuel cell, fuel cell stack, SiC based power semiconductor, cockpit domain controller, OTA solutions and remote vehicle calibration solutions. It is the first time for the fuel cell stack, SiC and intelligent cockpit to be exhibited in China. (From a press release dated September 23, 2020)
Bosch India informed that it is involved in more than 70 projects for passenger cars and commercial vehicles, Bosch is all set to further support OEMs in their launches of BS-VI compliant vehicles through tailor-made solutions and requisite servicing. Bosch has devised an integrated system for light electric vehicles with performance classes ranging from 1 to 20 kW, to have an all-in-one solution that enables a safe and dynamic ride experience. The motor, control unit, battery, and innovative connectivity functions synergize perfectly to ensure well-balanced vehicle performance and long range. The Electronic Battery Sensor (EBS) provides information on the status of 12-V lead-acid batteries used in the electric vehicles, while keeping the battery aging effects at bay. The EBS allows for the implementation of an optimized electrical-power management (EEM) system in the vehicle and supports fuel- and CO2 saving technologies. The 48V hybrid system facilitates continued powertrain electrification for small passenger cars with complete charging through recuperation. Bosch connected and services solutions include 3D display, driver and passenger monitoring (AI), Battery in the Cloud, Convenience Charging and Perfectly Keyless solutions enhanced with advanced security. Bosch’s driver assistance systems are enabled by data fusion and smartphone integration which makes it possible for all OEM’s to support the driver in complex and critical traffic situations. (From a press release on February 6, 2020)
Bosch announced that it has developed a digital sun visor “Virtual Visor” with a transparent LCD display and a camera aimed at the driver. It will celebrate its world premiere at CES 2020 in Las Vegas. Intelligent algorithms based on artificial intelligence (AI) recognize both the areas of the face such as eyes, nose and mouth, as well as the shadow that the sun casts on the driver"s face. They constantly analyze where the driver is looking and only darken a small area on the display, so that only a shadow is created in the driver"s eyes. (From a press release on January 5, 2020)
Bosch informed that it will present 3D display - the third dimension in the cockpit at CES 2020. It uses passive 3D technology to create a real three-dimensional effect of images and warning signals. This allows information to be captured faster than on conventional screens. The system for the spatial representation works without additional techniques such as eye tracking or 3D glasses. With the IoT Shuttle technology platform, Bosch is showing at CES which solutions the company offers car manufacturers and MSPs for the electrification, automation, networking and personalization of shuttle vehicles. It will also present solutions like intelligent front camera, radar sensors, automated valet parking, vehicle computer, keyless system, fuel cell system, rolling chassis and SiC technology for powerful electric vehicles. (From a press release on December 13, 2019)
Bosch Corporation (Bosch), a Japanese subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, announced that it will exhibit its solutions for future mobility at the Tokyo Motor Show. In the field of electrification solutions, the company will have the Japan premiere of fuel cell systems including an EAC (Electric Air Compressor). The EAC is a component to send oxygen to the cathode side of a fuel cell stack, making the fuel cell system work efficiently. Bosch will also debut in Japan a 48-volt mild hybrid system and Web-based validation. Web-based validation is a system which enables more convenient and efficient development to be carried out. It can achieve a shorter development time by sharing data acquired from test rides and verification experiments and updating the systems and software of connected vehicle applications. In the connected solutions field, the company will present an in-vehicle monitoring system that accurately detects the state of the driver and warns the driver when necessary. Additionally, Bosch will display technologies in the automation solutions field. (From a press release on October 11, 2019)
Bosch announced that its new 3D display products generate a real three-dimensional effect using passive 3D technology. It works without additional techniques such as eye tracking or 3D glasses. The display’s depth of field enables drivers to grasp important visual information faster. Bosch coordinates the entire human-machine interface (HMI) with a cockpit computer and houses the controller in a central processing unit. Fewer ECUs also mean less weight, as well as shorten the development time of vehicles. And thanks to updates over-the-air (OTA), infotainment stays as up to date as easy as with a smartphone. Bosch has all sorts of applications in its portfolio - from small and flat to large and curved to sometimes unusual shapes. There are also ways to interact with technology through speech, by touch - with or without haptic feedback. Especially when the drivers let their autopilot do the autopilot in the future, HMI is of central importance for the interaction between car and its driver. (From a press release on August 12, 2019)
Robert Bosch Venture Capital GmbH (RBVC), the venture capital company of the Bosch, announced that it has completed series A investment in Light Field Lab, a start-up based in San Jose, California. RBVC co-leads USD 28 million alongside Comcast, Liberty Global, and Khosla Ventures. Light Field Lab is developing holographic display technologies that will provide immersive 3D experiences without the need for virtual reality headsets. The company aims to bring real-world holographic experiences to life with up to hundreds of gigapixels of resolution, creating immersive environments and realistic-looking holograms. Light Field Lab’s displays don’t rely on visual tricks or spinning LEDs. Instead, they recreate the way rays of light bounce off objects in 3D space, making virtual objects which can be indistinguishable from reality. In addition to holographic displays, the company also provides the hardware and software platform required for content distribution. Light Field Lab’s technology can be used for more than just entertainment, as the freedom from virtual reality headsets will create opportunities in areas such as automotive, retail and public displays. (From a press release on August 12, 2019)
Bosch announced that it will present its latest solutions for personalized, automated, connected and electrified mobility at the IAA 2019. The company will present IoT Shuttle, the vehicles move through the inner cities with electric drive and are networked with their surroundings. Rolling chassis developed with Benteler will also be exhibited. With technologies for powertrain, Bosch will show fuel-cell system which is developed together with the Swedish company Powercell as well as technologies of 48V systems for entry level hybridization, thermal management system, and air pollution measurement system. With assistance systems and automation, it will showcase automated valet parking, front camera combining image processing with algorithms and AI, radar sensors, motion and position sensor, connected horizon and electric steering systems. Moreover, the company will exhibit its technologies about communication between vehicles, their surroundings, and users such as 3D display, perfectly keyless, V2X communication and vehicle computer. (From a press release on July 26, 2019)
Bosch announced that it is developing new cloud services that supplement the individual electric vehicles’ battery-management system. Smart software functions in the cloud continually analyze the battery status and take appropriate action to prevent or slow down cell aging. These measures can reduce the wear and tear on the battery by as much as 20%. The cloud services utilize real-time data gathered from the vehicle to optimize every single recharging process and to provide drivers with tailored driving tips on how to conserve battery power via the dash display. The services are not only offering a window into the battery’s current status at all times, but enabling a reliable forecast of a battery’s remaining service life and performance to be made. Didi Chuxing, a globally leading mobility platform based in China, is working with Bosch to introduce Battery in the Cloud across DiDi’s electric vehicle fleet. (From a press release on July 9, 2019)
Bosch announced that it is putting the world’s first curved instrument cluster in the cockpit of a mass-production vehicle. The “curved” instrument cluster will be celebrating its debut in the Innovision Cockpit of the new VW Touareg. The secret behind the sharpness and contrast of the new displays is a new manufacturing process, with which the instrument cluster reflects more than four times less light, even in the sunlight. Bosch"s new curved instrument cluster uses a special manufacturing process. In optical bonding – which is what this process is called – a thin liquid is used to bond the instrument display and glass directly to each other. Its curvature mimics the natural curvature of the human eye. As a result, the driver is able to much better detect indicator lights and warning signals, even at the edge of the screen. (From a press release on November 14, 2018)
Germany-based Robert Bosch GmbH (Robert-Bosch) announced that its electric mirror has been adopted for the first time ever for Daimler AG’s Actros heavy-duty truck. The Actros will be mass produced from 2019 for the European market. It will be the first truck model equipped with electric mirrors. Robert Bosch’s Digital Side Mirror, which is mounted in vehicles, captures right and left rear images with cameras, and displays them on a monitor. It is not affected by weather, and offers high visibility. Robert Bosch aims to receive new orders for different models, and also enhance functionality. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun in October 1, 2018)
Bosch informed that at the IAA Commercial Vehicles in Hannover, Bosch will be presenting an electrified axle that can be integrated into semitrailers. Bosch supplies an inverter and the relevant vehicle control unit (VCU). The separate motor generator (SMG) is available for installation as a complete electric motor, or the active components – rotor, stator, and resolver – can be integrated into the axle. A battery system that can store the energy is also required. Bosch calculates that it can save up to 9,000 liters of diesel a year. An electrical start and acceleration boost function can help save additional fuel. Any fuel saving also reduces CO2 emissions. Bosch offers this technology either for new trailers or as a retrofit solution. (From a press release on August 28, 2018)
Bosch Group announced that it has opened a new plant for infotainment systems in the eastern Chinese city of Wuhu. On an area of 18,000 square meters, infotainment systems, instrument clusters and connectivity control units (CCUs) for vehicles will be manufactured there on the Chinese market. By the end of 2018, the new plant will employ 900 people - 160 of them in research and development. Bosch invested nearly EUR 40 million to expand its local expertise in connected mobility. It was only this March that the Bosch Group signed a strategic cooperation with the infotainment startup Banma, a joint venture of Alibaba and the Chinese car maker SAIC. In the future, Bosch will continue to develop new digital displays, voice support, haptic feedback and other HMI technologies. (From a press release on May 23, 2018)
Bosch announced that on March 31, 2018, the automatic “emergency call” system – eCall, for short – will become mandatory in the European Union. All new passenger vehicle models that hit the EU market after March 31, 2018, will come with eCall as standard. These vehicles will feature a standardized eCall box that automatically alerts the local emergency services via the number 112, which is the same across Europe. Bosch offers an extensive eCall range featuring telematics solutions and services. With the telematic eCall plug, even older cars can benefit from the solution. For older vehicles Bosch has developed an eCall retrofit solution in the form of the telematics eCall plug. The retrofit digital first responder for any car is simply inserted into a vehicle’s 12-volt socket (cigarette lighter). With an integrated acceleration sensor, it registers collisions and accident severity. It uses Bluetooth to send this information to the corresponding app on the driver’s smartphone, which in turn alerts the service center of the vehicle insurers’ accident switchboard. (From a press release on March 18, 2018)
Bosch announced that at CES 2018 they are showcasing smart cockpit technology that lets drivers concentrate on driving. In the future, Bosch will run the entire human-machine interface (HMI) through a cockpit computer and will integrate more functionalities in a single central processor. That will enable the convergence and synchronization of the infotainment system, the instrument cluster, and other displays so that any given information can be orchestrated, managed, and displayed anywhere in the vehicle at any given time. (From a press release on January 8, 2018)
Bosch Chassis Systems India, a subsidiary of the Bosch Group in India, highlighted its commitment to road safety and child road safety by showcasing its automotive technology and vision at the SAFE ROADS India Summit 2017. Bosch displayed its active safety, passive safety and actuation portfolios. Bosch also showcased driver assistance technologies with a key focus on safe parking, safety for VRUs and driving safety & comfort. The summit also showcased the work of Bosch’s chassis systems control division, which is pivotal in supplying safety related components and technologies to major automotive manufacturers in India. (From a press release on November 23, 2017)
Bosch announced that Bosch India will draw upon its global lineage to offer local customers the complete value chain of offerings with respect to electromobility. Currently, the company is in advanced stages of development and plans to move into series production after 2018. Bosch has developed an integrated electrification system including motor, control unit, battery, charger, display, and an app that can power light two-, three- and four-wheel electric vehicles. In a pilot project, the powertrain system was integrated to define the adaptations required in order to create a powertrain platform specifically tailored to the India market.(From a press release on September 1, 2017)
Bosch Corporation (Bosch) announced that it will join the electric bicycle assist unit market in Japan. The company will roll out imported bicycle brands equipped with its latest "Active Line Plus" assist unit in the country by the end of 2017. It will unveil the new assist unit at the 45th Tokyo Motor Show, which will be held in October. Currently, the "Bosch eBike Systems" electric assist unit series is offered in Europe, North America, Australia, and New Zealand, and used in about 70 bicycle brands in Europe alone. The new Active Line Plus that will be introduced in the Japanese market is offered as a set that includes a motor, a battery, a display for remaining distance and other data, and a charger. It ensures quietness, and supports smooth cycling. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on August 17, 2017)
Bosch displays two prototypes of small four-seater e.GO and the electric re-edition of the Schwalbe-Rollers at the Bosch Mobility Experience. These vehicles are powered by a powerful 48-volt drive, the drive unit, converts the battery"s energy into maximum thrust. Its lithium-ion battery provides a high energy density. The charger provides for fast charging at ordinary household sockets. The display allows to select between different driving modes. The system also enables communication between vehicle and driver via Bluetooth interface and an app. Since the system consists of already developed automotive components, the OEMs benefits from standard products and low development costs. This gives not only established OEMs, but also new players on the market the chance to bring a vehicle onto the market within a short time. Bosch believes that small electric vehicles have a great future worldwide. According to estimates, around 100 million light electric vehicles are produced worldwide by 2020, including scooters, and small cars on four wheels.(From a press release on July 4, 2017)
Bosch has announced its future oriented Bosch solutions for servicing and repairs by Augmented Reality applications. Augmented Reality (AR) applications connect both real and virtual worlds by displaying useful and time-saving complementary information. Bosch supports everyday work of mechatronics by means of Augmented Reality solutions easing, for instance, complicated cases of repair. Pointing the device camera onto the vehicle, required additional information can be integrated into the real image using a tablet computer or smart glasses. In order to integrate the large diversity of versions and products in modern automotive technology into AR applications at low costs, Bosch developed the Common Augmented Reality Platform (CAP). It accesses the existing database and collects the matching data for the intended Augmented Reality application.(From a press release on June 27, 2017)
Infineon Technologies AG (Infineon) coordinated“Productive4.0”, the largest European research initiative to date in the field of Industry 4.0, which was launched at Infineon Technologies in Dresden. More than 100 partners from 19 European countries will work on digitizing and networking industry. Involved in the project are partners such as BMW, Bosch, Philips, Thales, NXP, STM, SAP, ABB, Volvo and Ericsson, and leading institutes such as the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, the Fraunhofer Gesellschaft and the TU Dresden. The aim is to create a user platform across value chains and industries, that especially promotes the digital networking of manufacturing companies, production machines and products. The Productive4.0 project will run until 30 April 2020. (From a press release on May 19, 2017)
At CES 2017, Bosch is presenting a new concept car that shows how different spheres of life will be seamlessly interconnected in the future."Personalization is a growing trend in the realm of connectivity, and we are driving this trend forward," said Dr. Werner Struth, member of the Bosch board of management. By 2022, the global market for connected mobility is set to grow by almost 25 percent per year. In just a few years, cars will become an active part of the IoT and will be able to communicate with other modes of transportation as well as with the smart home. The moment the driver sits down, facial recognition technology sets the steering wheel, mirrors, interior temperature, and radio station according to the driver"s individual preferences. The system is controlled via a haptic touch display and an innovative gesture control system, both of which give tangible feedback when they are used. High-performance Bosch algorithms assess the plausibility of the data and make forecasts on the parking spot situation. Pilot projects in the U.S. are planned for 2017. In cooperation with Mercedes-Benz, Bosch is currently testing the community-based parking concept in metropolitan Stuttgart. (From a press release on January 4, 2017)
Robert Bosch GmbH announced that it has developed advanced car navigation software. The new software displays visible changes in terrain height by using integrated satellite imagery and produces an almost photorealistic look. It will allow the driver to easily locate the position of his/her vehicle, even surrounded by high-rise buildings. This is made possible by Bosch’s advanced navigation software, which takes data compliant with the new Navigation Data Standard (NDS) and processes it in a 3D rendering module to turn it into a photographic map. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on February 29, 2016)
Robert Bosch GmbH announced that it has developed an "active gas pedal," which vibrates to encourage drivers to save fuel and alert them to danger. The new pedal coupled with a visual display unit allows drivers to enhance fuel efficiency and drive more safely. If the driver depresses the pedal too much, the pedal gently vibrates to alert the driver. The feedback drivers get from the pedal allows them to reduce fuel consumption by about 7% and lower CO2 emissions. A function that indicates the best time to shift gear can also be added. (From an article in the Nikkan Jidosha Shimbun on February 12, 2016)
Robert Bosch GmbH announced that its multimedia unit is introduced by Suzuki in several models worldwide. The 7-inch color touch-screen displays a host of practical and convenient connectivity options in a single device, including smartphone integration via Mirror Link and Apple CarPlay, advanced map navigation and voice control, a hands-free Bluetooth system, and exceptional music enjoyment via audio-streaming or crystal-clear radio reception. The SD map navigation in the new Suzuki system uses precise, acoustic driving recommendations to guide drivers to their selected destination. (From a press release on November 5, 2015)
Robert Bosch GmbH announced that two new Tesla Model S test vehicles have joined the Bosch fleet. To make the test vehicles ready for automated driving, they first had to be retrofitted. Fifty new Bosch components were installed in each car. They included a stereo video camera (SVC), which the car uses to recognize lanes, traffic signs, and clear spaces. In addition to the camera, 1,300 meters of cable were laid in each car and fixed in place with 400 cable ties. Thanks to Bosch technology, the two Teslas can now autonomously drive from on-ramp to off-ramp without the driver needing to constantly monitor them. Bosch started testing automated driving on public roads at the beginning of 2013. So far, it has been using test vehicles based on the BMW 325d Touring. Engineers have successfully driven them for several thousand kilometers on freeways. (From a press release on May 19, 2015)
Robert Bosch GmbH announced that the Bosch Jet Wiper will now be standard equipment in the new Volvo XC90. The Jet Wiper featuring a wiper drive and Aerotwin wiper blades is far superior to conventional windshield wipers. The reason for this is its smart control, combined with spray nozzles integrated in the wiper arm. These nozzles distribute the washer fluid evenly, thus ensuring that the windshield is cleaned over the entire length of the wiper blade. The benefits of this system are that drivers" vision is not impaired by spray mist, and consumption of washer fluid is reduced by as much as 50 percent. (From a press release on March 16, 2015)
Robert Bosch GmbH has developed solutions to create real-time maps of available parking spaces with the help of wireless sensors installed on the pavement. These sensors recognize whether a parking space is occupied or not, and share this information via the internet. In the future, even cars passing by available parking spaces will be capable of reporting them. The ultrasonic sensors installed in many modern cars to support their parking assistance functions identify gaps along the side of the road. Since many vehicles are now online, this information can also be transmitted over the internet and displayed on a real-time map. Transmitting this real-time information to users’ smartphones or directly to their cars" navigation devices can help shorten drivers" often taxing search for parking spaces. (From a press release on February 13, 2015)
Robert Bosch GmbH announced that it is supplying its instrument cluster for the "Virtual Cockpit" display and operating concept used in the new Audi TT. The display-based instrument cluster bundles all of the instrument, navigation, and multimedia information right in the driver"s field of vision. The crystal-clear, high-contrast TFT display features luminous intensity of 800 candela (cd). The screen has a diagonal size of 12.3 inches, particularly high resolution of 1440 x 540 pixels, and color depth of 24 bits. (From a press release on November 7, 2014)
Robert Bosch GmbH has developed a combiner head-up display that the BMW Group has chosen to fit to a variety of its vehicles. This combiner system, which is initially available for the new MINI Hatch, can be fully integrated in the instrument panel. The image they generate is combined with the scenery outside the vehicle in such a way that makes them appear to merge with one another at a distance of around two meters in front of the vehicle. The system does not project the information onto the windshield but instead onto a small special plastic screen placed before it. The new head-up system is can be fitted to various types of vehicle without any major technical modification necessary. (From a press release on June 10, 2014)
Robert Bosch LLC announced that it has collaborated with Jaguar Land Rover to introduce Bosch"s mySPIN technology on select vehicles in 2015. Jaguar F-TYPE Coupe and Range Rover Evoque models will demonstrate this solution as InControl Apps for the first time during the New York International Auto Show. This smartphone integration solution creates a device-to-vehicle link that provides users with the opportunity to continue using preferred apps in a way they are accustomed to, comfortably through the vehicle"s in-dash display. (From a press release on April 15, 2014)
Robert Bosch GmbH announced that its Car Multimedia division has developed the RNS 315 CN radio navigation system for the Volkswagen Group to cater for the specific requirements of the Chinese market. The system equipped with a 6.5-inch color touch-screen display calculates routes quickly and provides the most economical route. Thanks to a phonetic system for transcribing Chinese characters called Pinyin First Letter Input, entering a destination in Chinese is incredibly easy too. Furthermore, the RNS 315 CN offers its excellent reception and sound performance as well as a wide variety of convenient connectivity options, such as MP3 devices, iPod(R) and iPhone(R). The integrated Bluetooth interface affords safe in-car telephoning. (From a press release on October 12, 2011)
Robert Bosch GmbH has developed a multi-functional display and a navigation for the new Ford Focus. The navigation system in the new Ford Focus is able to recommend not only fast and short routes, it also offers the choice of a new type of ecological route to enable fuel-optimized driving. Extensive field trials have resulted in a result of nine percent in fuel savings on average with a time loss of a nine percent compared with the fastest route. Bosch also supplies the new Ford Focus with vehicle technology for the different fuel injection systems, the engine blower and starter motor, spark plugs, the airbag control unit and the rain sensor as well as the electronically controlled windshield wiper drive (From a press release on May 17, 2011)
Robert Bosch GmbH announced that its new direct drive system for windshield wipers is currently entering series production for the new Ford Focus, which will be launched in April 2011. The new wiper system allows the wiper arms and blades to be directly mounted to the electric motors, reducing the need for any additional components. This compact design and reduced part count deliver weight and space savings for automakers. In addition to the wiper system, Bosch also supplies the Focus with components for the fuel injection systems, the engine blower and generator, as well as a multi-functional display including navigation technology, spark plugs, the airbag control unit and the rain sensor. (From a press release on April 7, 2011)
Bosch group supplies technology to eight of the Ward"s 10 Best Engines of 2011. The Volkswagen Jetta TDI 2.0-liter DOHC Turbodiesel features Bosch"s common rail system, including fuel injectors and high pressure fuel pumps. In addition, for other seven engines, Bosch has varying content that may include engine control units, direct-and port-fuel injectors, high pressure pumps, oxygen and other powertrain sensors, as well as other technologies, such as ignition coils, starters and coolant pumps: 3.6-liter Pentastar DOHC V-6 (Dodge Avenger), 5.0-liter DOHC V-8 (Ford Mustang GT), 1.4-liter DOHC I-4/111 kW Drive Motor (Chevrolet Volt), 3.0-liter N55 Turbocharged DOHC I-6 (BMW 335i), 1.6-liter Turbocharged DOHC I-4 (Mini Cooper S), 3.0-liter TFSI Supercharged DOHC V-6 (Audi S4), 3.0-liter Turbocharged DOHC I-6 (Volvo S60). (From a press release on January 12, 2011)
Bosch developed a new 8-inch touch-screen head unit with the Dual View display feature, which will be first introduced onto the market in the new Jaguar XJ. Dual View can show two different programs on a single monitor. In addition to the head unit, Bosch also supplies other components for the model - the diesel and gasoline injection systems, the electronic stability program, controller and sensors for the restraint system and the battery sensor. (From a press release on May 5, 2010)
Bosch announced that its predictive emergency braking system (PEBS) will go into series production. With recognition of the frontal environment of driving vehicles using radar and video sensor, the system provides support for drivers in critical situations in which there is the threat of a rear-end collision. The PEBS will be featured for the first time in the new Audi A8. Other components in the A8 are also made by Bosch: there is the instrument cluster with its large color display, the control unit, the sensors for the passenger restraint system, a domain control unit, the starter, and the wiper drive. For the gasoline engines of the A8, Bosch supplies engine control units while the diesel engines use Bosch injection systems with piezo valves. (From a press release on April 27, 2010)
You won’t have a difficult time distinguishing the new GT 4-Door from its compatriots. The Panamericana vertical-slat front grill is standard fare and carries an incredible amount of road presence, enough for many C- and E-Class owners to embarrassingly retrofit aftermarket ones to their rides. The commanding bullet-like silhouette accentuated by the frameless windows and wraparound taillights are not overly shouty but sleek and distinguished when viewed from any distance. A brute in a suit would be the best way to describe it, like a bodybuilder trying to fly under the radar with a slim fit tee. The fake fender vents sitting next to the front wheels are a useless addition and do little to elevate its visual appeal, though the fixed rear spoiler that comes with the AMG Aerodynamics Package (exclusive on the GT 63 S model) does, and remedies my previous concern of the back end looking like a loaded diaper. And have you checked out the optional monoblock wheels? Now that’s bold.
While the ride quality may not justify its GT title, this four-door is still a practical, usable, and functional family fastback with a sizable trunk that’s ripe for spousal approval. The interior layout strays away from the two-door’s layout, and finds more in common with the CLS, boasting an expansive dashboard with dual widescreen displays underneath one sheet of bonded glass. Exclusively on the GT 63 S model, the muscular steering wheel comes equipped with two TFT-display toggles budding out each lower side that offer easy adjustment of the exhaust, suspension, start/stop system, and driving modes. The mini screens boast colourful graphics yet are prone to washing out under heavy sunlight and are burdened by fingerprint smears. While convenient, especially when Sport+ mode is quickly needed for those short overtaking bursts, the buttons themselves feel exceptionally low-rent, they aren’t fixated to the wheel with the same solidity as other panels in the interior, and they squeak under operation like those old Hasbro action figures. Being a high traffic area, I find that rather disappointing, and it being an afterthought belies the rest of the immaculately assembled interior - the same goes for the plastic airbag cover which is leather in the S 63.