As automotive interiors evolve into multifunctional living spaces, priorities are shifting toward comfort, ambient lighting, personalization and spacious architecture. In-mold structural electronics (IMSE) enables smart surfaces with integrated surface illumination, light lines and embedded functionality. Using IMSE technology, electronics and lighting are integrated directly into ultra-thin, 3D-shaped structures, reducing part count and enabling lightweight design. The result is a seamless, flush assembly with fully dynamic, energy-efficient and uniform illumination. Recently recognized for mass manufacturing in a premium vehicle program, this proven solution delivers refined interior aesthetics while meeting industry demands for scalability, sustainability and design flexibility.

• How to combine structure, lighting and electronics in one ultra-thin, seamless part
• What makes IMSE viable for high-volume automotive programs
• How IMSE will enable competitiveness, flexibility and resilience of automotive applications
• How IMSE enables versatile implementation across interior components with a new level of design freedom compared to conventional solutions
• How IMSE enables creating illumination that is uniform, fully dynamic and programmable and energy efficient