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Complex Systems - Complex Problems

The number and sophistication of electronic systems in vehicles is increasing at an unprecedented pace.  Electronics now account for a substantial portion of total vehicle manufacturing costs – up to 25% in luxury vehicles.

Tremendous growth, along with the resulting demands on power and design, presents tough challenges to automotive engineers.  In-vehicle networks must counter the expense and weight of complex wiring harnesses while advanced electronic systems  address increasing power demands.

Automotive electronics must survive harsh environments – a broad range of temperatures, high-impact, vibration and attack by corrosive fluids – and must perform over long vehicle lifetimes.
 

Problem-Solving Technology from DuPont

DuPont has a global presence in ceramics, engineering plastics, and specialty products for insulation, bearings and wire and cable. DuPont is also the only engineering materials producer to serve on the MIT/Industry Consortium on advanced automotive electrical systems. 

For ideas on how DuPont can help solve your unique problem, please explore the information and case studies found below.  Remember, the best time to involve us in a new project is before it starts. 

 
Tester housing shields out electronic noise

In the MSD® Digital Ignition Tester, a housing injection molded from Zytel® EMX nylon resin effectively shields sensitive microprocessor circuitry against electromagnetic interference, or noise.

 

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Space-saving motors power new Segway

Pacific Scientific developed the innovative new Segway™ Human Transporter design using Rynite® PET for ground insulators and encapsulation.

 

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DuPont ceramic circuit materials add power and performance to engine control modules (ECM)

DuPont materials demonstrate the ability of ceramic materials to handle high power dissipation and perform in high temperature environments with cycling between temperature extremes.

 

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Ignition coils put out 65,000 volts and survive – with Rynite® PET

Rynite® PET thermoplastic polyester resin proves its performance in high-voltage electrical parts.

 

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Electroluminescent technology provides innovative dashboard lighting for Italian sports car

DuPont LuxPrint™  pastes and DuPont™   polyester film work together for high-performance lighting solution.

 

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Hitachi selects Nomex® thermal insulation for alternators

Hitachi Automotive Products Div. succeeded in reducing energy required to produce alternators by using Nomex® instead of epoxy powder coating for electrical insulation.

 

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