According to foreign media reports, many industry experts gathered at Covestro China R&D headquarters to discuss the selection of raw materials for self-driving vehicles.
Experts recognize that the idea of using lightweight composite panels instead of high-strength metals does not seem to work. When a self-driving vehicle is traveling on the same road as a non-autonomous vehicle, high-speed collisions may still occur. A phenomenon or will be very popular.
The use of plastic windows and columns would solve the problem of blind spots because collisions between pedestrians and vehicles are usually caused by visual blind spots. Because of sensor and software constraints, if the strength requirements are low, the above equipment can be integrated into the composite panel. .
Covestro collaborated with the designers of the Ume? Institute of Design in Sweden to develop the concept car for self-driving vehicles, code-named K2016 EV. The interior and exterior of the vehicle boldly use new materials.
Polycarbonate-glazing can be used to replace various types of windows on traditional vehicles. In addition, the overall weight of the solution is 50% lighter than traditional window glass.
High-performance polyurethane materials have been widely used in new cars, accounting for about 18% of the mid-sized vehicles.
High-performance plastics will replace traditional metal parts and interior glass. Polycarbonates not only resist shatterproof but also block harmful UV radiation.
However, Covestro believes that the current polycarbonate material will be gradually applied to the windows. In addition, Hard coatings can be sprayed to further enhance the crack resistance and wear resistance of these materials (wear). Resistance)