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Personal Content. Private Viewing. Seamless Integration

Side windows transform into personal display surfaces for rear passengers

Mobility is evolving, and so are passenger expectations. As vehicles become increasingly connected and automated, travel time transforms into time for entertainment, communication, and productivity.

Side windows evolve beyond their traditional function and become interactive passenger interfaces. Digital content such as movies, games, or video calls can appear directly within the glass surface while maintaining the original transparency and design of the vehicle interior.

ZEISS Microoptics develops optical systems that integrate display functionality directly into transparent vehicle surfaces. Built on the proprietary ProSight platform, these solutions allow side windows to function as personal display surfaces while preserving interior design integrity and exterior transparency.

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  • Space-saving integration directly into the side window without screens or visible hardware

  • Personalized infotainment with individual viewing zones and private content for rear passengers

  • Content remains invisible from outside the vehicle, ensuring full passenger privacy

  • Maximum transparency with more than 92 percent light transmittance

  • High brightness up to 10,000 Nits for clear image visibility

  • Compact optical architecture preserving interior design while supporting energy-efficient system operation

Optical Architecture and System Integration

Display integration within transparent passenger surfaces

Rear seat entertainment performance depends on precise optical system design and seamless integration into transparent vehicle surfaces. Modern mobility platforms require passenger displays that preserve transparency, compact system architecture, and interior aesthetics.

ZEISS Microoptics develops display systems designed for integration directly into vehicle side windows.
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Side windows can switch seamlessly between a transparent surface and an active display. When inactive, the glass remains identical to conventional automotive windows. When active, it becomes a high-resolution display surface for passenger entertainment or communication. This approach reduces the need for additional screens while preserving clean vehicle design.

Optical structures are manufactured using proprietary analogue processes at ZEISS, producing continuous microstructures without visible pixel patterns. Replication technologies support scalable production across different vehicle platforms while maintaining consistent optical quality for large-scale mobility programs.
 

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions on Rear Seat

  • Yes. Our system supports individual content zones. Each passenger can enjoy a unique experience within their dedicated display area

  • No. Content is directed only into the cabin and remains invisible from the exterior.

  • Yes. When inactive, it offers full transparency and performance comparable to premium automotive glass.

  • We are flexible in positioning it, including the dashboard, A-pillar, or other locations. This enables seamless integration with various vehicle architectures.

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