A recessed light-entry surface and ventilated hollow volume improve backlight uniformity, touch sensitivity, and cover stability.
An inner-outer cover hinge with an absorption area concentrates deployment stress to protect a lighting emblem and control airbag opening timing.
A curved light guide uses at least two reflections to emit opposite the source direction, enabling compact steering-wheel status signaling.
Magnetic force sensing with a guided sliding housing enables low-wear, short-stroke brake and acceleration input detection with visual feedback.
A lens reshapes LED emission so more light reaches the steering wheel grip, improving perceived luminance while reducing wasted light.
Multi-zone sensing identifies passengers, speed, and carried objects to open the right vehicle door at the right time.
Embedded LEDs in transparent plastic let an airbag cover illuminate logos or warnings while preventing hazardous debris during deployment.