Innovative Head-Up-Display and New Display Interface 'Delphi Haptics' Represent a Technological Breakthrough in Human Machine Interface Systems
Unveiled at Geneva Motor Show on Franco Sbarro concept car 'Orbital Hybrid', new intuitive technologies can help make driving more informative, convenient and secure
New Head-Up-Display generation using a laser-based technology demonstrates that high technology and economy can go together
New Haptic display, a single mechatronics module, offers simple, intuitive and attractive human machine interface design
Release Date: March 03, 2009
Geneva, Switzerland—As a leading global supplier of mobile electronics and transportation systems, Delphi Corp. (PINKSHEETS: DPHIQ) is well positioned to help in the development of "Human Machine Interface" (HMI) devices between the driver and the vehicle that helps provide consumers information, convenience and protection. Within this area, Delphi is committed to simplifying the driver's environment by implementing intuitive systems that help to address the critical issue of driver inattention. Delphi leverages its expertise in designing, engineering and integrating information displays into the car, to deliver products that touch and connect the driver to the vehicle. Engineers from Delphi's technical centre in Illkirch, France, participated in the creation of famous car designer Franco Sbarro's "Orbital Hybrid" concept car by developing two innovative products: a new Head-Up-Display which represents a technological breakthrough and Delphi Haptics, a haptic display characterized by a new 3D graphical and dynamic interface.
Delphi's new head-up display: where innovative technology merges with economy
 New Head-Up-Display generation from Delphi using a laser-based technology demonstrates that high technology and economy can go together |
The head-up display projects driver information onto the vehicle windshield. Directly oriented into the driver's primary range of vision, it assists the driver to become aware of information quickly and easily. While the head-up display is not an innovation in itself, as Delphi experts integrated the first unit in a vehicle in 1988, the technology used in this generation represents a complete breakthrough from today's reflective head-up display technology. The new Delphi head-up display utilizes laser- and micro-structure-based technologies to generate a virtual image. This technology is completely new. Today's heads-up-displays reflect information on mirrors. The benefits of the new technology translate into a smaller package, flexibility in integration (roof module, dash board...), adaptation to different car sizes, higher luminance (up to 5000cd/m2) at small level of electrical consumption, multicolour design, the ability to adapt the position of the virtual image in the real scene and, last but not least, lower cost. Cost reduction is especially important as it is the direct advantage of the laser-based technology and opens possibilities to expand availability of this product beyond luxury cars. The ultimate goal is to make this device a mass market product. "We are extremely proud that we have played a key role in making driving more informative, convenient, secure and enjoyable for millions of motorists through the years. Today, we are even prouder as we introduce products such as our new head-up display. Its cost-effective technology will allow a broader consumer base to have access to the popular feature" says Laurent Tupinier, controls and security technology development manager at Delphi.
Delphi's haptic display—Delphi Haptics: where simplicity meets intuitive design
 New Haptic display from Delphi, a single mechatronics module, offers simple, intuitive and attractive human machine interface design |
While Delphi's new head-up display allows the driver to view critical information projected on the windshield without looking away from the road, the Delphi Haptics instrument control display provides additional critical information in a user-friendly manner.
Delphi Haptics fitted on "Orbital Hybrid" concept car combines display and force feedback technology which allows multiple functions to be controlled by a single device, eliminating buttons while providing more features and functions. This Delphi innovation replaces separate HVAC, radio, entertainment, communications and vehicle dynamics settings with a single mechatronics module. Delphi Haptics design offers a simple, intuitive and attractive HMI (Human Machine Interface). This is a good example of Delphi's focus on innovation and up-integration to help its customers offer vehicles that are more attractive to consumers.
It provides easy access to information thanks to its simplified menus, clear graphics and symbols, shortcuts to access menus and wheels to make selection. Sensors will anticipate the user's intentions and automatically provide the proper menu.
Delphi and Franco Sbarro, the passion of innovation
 Unveiled at Geneva Motor Show on Franco Sbarro concept car "Orbital Hybrid", new intuitive technologies from Delphi can help making driving more informative, convenient and secure |
When Delphi and Franco Sbarro met to discuss a partnership they knew they were sharing one common point: their passion of innovation.
Franco Sbarro, the famous international concept car designer has been designing unique models for more than 30 years. This year, at the Geneva Motor Show, he is unveiling its Orbital Hybrid concept car. The name of the concept car refers to the revolutionary invention Sbarro presented in 1989: the orbital wheel or hubless wheel. The car, fitted with orbital wheels, is powered by a hybrid engine and features a Delphi new generation Head-Up-Display and Delphi Haptics—the haptic display.
ABOUT FRANCO SBARRO
Franco Sbarro is a famous international concept car designer. For more than 30 years, this artist has been designing unique models such as Challenge, Monster, Helios and Osmos cars. Francesco Sbarro, known as Franco Sbarro, was born in 1939 in Italy. The son of a farmer, he very quickly became interested in the world of mechanics. After pursuing literary studies in Lecce, Italy, his passion for automobiles pushed him to leave his native country at 17 with only one idea in mind, to build an automobile with his own hands.
In November 1957, Franco Sbarro, settled in Neuchatel, Switzerland, where he found a job as a mechanic. His meeting with Georges Filipinetti, owner of the famous automobile racing team, led him to the position of chief mechanic. He did development and maintenance on the group's race cars as well as overseeing the restoration of the AC Cobra, Ferrari P3 and the Ford GT40. It was at this time that he built his first car, the Filipinetti coupé. After having built hundreds of vehicles, Franco Sbarro decided to pass on his knowledge and in 1992 he founded the Espace Sbarro. A second school named Créa was opened in Casablanca, Morocco, at the request of the king of Morocco and later became a small manufacturing unit. In 1996, ESPERA (Espace Sbarro Pédagogique d'études et de Réalisations Automobiles), a specialized training centre, opened its doors in Pontarlier, France, and moved in 2007 to Montbeliard.
ABOUT DELPHI
Delphi is a leader in providing instrument clusters and HMI systems for vehicles. Delphi experts integrated the first head-up display in a vehicle in 1988. Delphi is also a leading global supplier of mobile electronics and transportation systems, including powertrain, safety, steering, thermal, and controls & security systems, electrical/electronic architecture, and in-car entertainment technologies. Engineered to meet and exceed the rigorous standards of the automotive industry, Delphi technology is also found in computing, communications, consumer accessories, energy and medical applications. Headquartered in Troy, Mich., Delphi has approximately 155,000 employees and operates 148 wholly owned manufacturing sites in 35 countries with sales of $22.3 billion in 2007. Delphi can be found on the Internet at www.delphi.com.
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