In a groundbreaking move that will redefine the future of automotive telecommunications, LG Electronics is gearing up to unveil its innovative transparent antenna for automobiles at the upcoming CES 2024.
This state-of-the-art telematics solution, developed in collaboration with the esteemed French glass manufacturer Saint-Gobain Sekurit, promises to be a pivotal moment in the rapidly evolving mobility sector and is poised to further consolidate LG’s standing in the automotive solutions market.
A New Era of Automotive Connectivity
The automotive industry is on the cusp of a connectivity revolution, particularly as electric vehicles become the standard and the advent of autonomous and software-defined vehicles looms on the horizon. This paradigm shift necessitates advanced telecommunications environments capable of handling real-time data exchange within sophisticated personal spaces. LG’s transparent film-type antenna, applied directly to vehicle glass, is set to meet these burgeoning demands.
Designed for compatibility with a variety of glass types and vehicle designs, LG’s transparent antenna will be offered as both an on-glass and in-glass solution. This film-type antenna, with its expansive surface application, ensures dependable telecommunications performance and is scalable to accommodate surging network traffic. The innovation is highly adaptable, offering enhanced connectivity with support for 5G, GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System), and Wi-Fi.
Seamless Integration in Vehicle Design
A standout feature of LG’s transparent antenna is its ability to integrate seamlessly into car windshields and glass sunroofs. This integration eliminates the need for the traditional housings required for conventional antennas, thus allowing vehicle manufacturers to design without compromise. Boasting over 80 of LG’s patented innovations, including technology for transparent antenna patterns and electrodes, this product represents a significant leap in automotive design and functionality. LG’s collaboration with Saint-Gobain Sekurit, a global leader in glass solutions for electric vehicles, has been instrumental in enhancing the product’s integrity and application onto glass.
Thibaut Heitz, Innovation and R&D Director at Saint-Gobain Sekurit expressed enthusiasm about the unveiling of the smart glass featuring LG’s transparent antenna technology. He emphasized the collaborative effort with LG in pushing the boundaries of vehicle telecommunications and striving towards an enriched in-vehicle environment.
