Novem and UltraSense Systems Partner to Transform Premium Decorative Trim Materials into SmartSurfaces | PR Newswire [Video]

Pioneering technology enables touch interaction for fine materials, including wood, stone, and metals, with lighting and tactile feedback

, /PRNewswire/ — Novem Car Interior Design, a global leader in high-quality trim and decorative elements for automotive manufacturers, joins forces with UltraSense Systems, a Silicon Valley-based pioneer in SmartSurface human-machine interface (HMI) system solutions. The collaboration aims to integrate UltraSense’s innovative InPlane Sensing technology with Novem’s premium surface materials, turning traditional automotive interiors into interactive, touch-sensitive SmartSurfaces.

This integrated solution will enable automotive manufacturers to incorporate multi-modal touch, lighting, and haptic feedback into a variety of materials, including wood, stone, recycled paper, carbon fiber, and metals. Through the sensing technology, some of these materials can become “secret until needed” surfaces where button icons and remain hidden until a user’s hand approaches. Upon touch, users will experience sharp tactile feedback, enhancing the in-car user experience and promoting a seamless, high-end aesthetic.

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