The 2nd Electronic Rearview Mirror CMS Industry Forum was successfully held in Shanghai on April 18, 2024. Wang Le, CMS Product Director at YFORE, was present and delivered a keynote speech titled “CMS Solutions and Technology Trends in the Era of Digital Intelligence.” During his presentation, Mr. Wang Le pointed out that as the functionality of streaming media mirrors continues to evolve and domestic and international standards are gradually refined, mirror functions consistently iterate around safety, with intelligence being the ultimate development trend.
Safety is the Foundation, Intelligence is the Trend
As a critical safety component of automobiles, rearview mirrors have undergone a century of development and innovation since their first application in racing cars in 1911. From simple reflective mirrors to today’s high-tech intelligent mirrors, the evolution of rearview mirrors highlights their continuous progress in enhancing driving safety and convenience. Early interior rearview mirrors had relatively basic functions, but with technological advancements, from manual to auto-dimming, and the integration of multiple safety services, each step marked a leap in safety technology.
For exterior rearview mirrors, technological advancements have been equally significant. The introduction of dual-curvature designs has greatly reduced blind spots, while the integration of heating systems effectively addresses frost and fog issues in cold weather. Furthermore, the incorporation of BSD (Blind Spot Detection) systems provides drivers with more information about surrounding vehicles, significantly enhancing driving safety.
The release of the international standard ISO 16505 in 2015, followed by the formulation and updating of related regulations for CMS (Camera Monitor System) in various countries, signifies that rearview mirror technology has entered a brand-new era. At this point, rearview mirrors have transitioned from simple visual assistance devices to intelligent systems integrating high technology and multiple functions, becoming an indispensable part of intelligent vehicles, possessing both practicality and forward-thinking attributes.
YFORE Continues to Lead CMS, Accelerating the Ubiquitous Adoption of Digital Mirrors
As one of the earliest enterprises in China to engage in the research and mass production of electronic rearview mirrors, YFORE Technology, with its robust R&D capabilities and innovative technology, has ranked first in domestic CMS market share for six consecutive years. Leveraging its rich technological accumulation, the company has consistently adhered to high-standard, high-quality design requirements, dedicated to promoting the standardization process of CMS products. As an expert member of the GB 15084 standard revision working group, YFORE has fully participated in discussions and revisions and promoted its implementation. Additionally, the company drafted the automotive industry standard QC/T 1166-2022 for streaming media rearview mirrors. YFORE has also established a CMS image laboratory compliant with domestic and international standards such as ECE R46, GB 15084, and QC/T 1128, possessing a complete suite of optical imaging experimental capabilities. This enables YFORE to provide comprehensive technical products and solutions for passenger car and commercial vehicle clients.
Through years of R&D investment and technological breakthroughs, YFORE Technology’s CMS R&D team has achieved significant advancements in multiple technical fields, including video image stability processing, lossless data transmission, high-brightness display design, low-latency image display, high dynamic image processing, and image stitching algorithms. These breakthroughs have been transformed into multiple industry-influential patent achievements, driving the technological progress of the entire industry.
On multiple core performance indicators such as CMS product structural margins, display brightness, system latency, image quality, and system stability, YFORE Technology surpasses relevant domestic and international standards, leading the CMS industry’s development. The company provides high-safety, high-reliability CMS products and services, earning widespread market recognition and customer trust.
To date, YFORE Technology has served over 15 automotive clients and achieved mass production for more than 50 vehicle models. Looking ahead, YFORE Technology will continue to leverage its technical and market leadership in the CMS field, accelerating the popularization and application of intelligent driving technologies, and delivering a safer and more convenient driving experience to vehicle users worldwide.