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08. January 2015
[ 01 ] Bosch: Connected Living Is Just a 'Click' Away
With a focus on Sensors, Software and Services,
Bosch innovates a sustainable, connected future
[ 02 ] Bosch shows smart solutions for a connected world
Designed for a convenient, efficient, and secure life
[ 03 ] Bosch makes Hollywood fiction a reality
K.I.T.T. replica co-stars at the CES in Las Vegas
[ 04 ] Bosch Sensortec launches combo MEMS solution with
integrated gas sensor
World's first environmental sensor combining pressure,
humidity, temperature
and indoor air quality
Robert Bosch GmbH
P.O.Box 10 60 50
70049 Stuttgart
Corporate Communications
Head: Uta-Micaela Dürig
Press forum:
www.bosch-presse.de
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Bosch: Connected Living Is Just a ‘Click’ Away
With a focus on Sensors, Software and Services,
Bosch innovates a sustainable, connected future
Dr. Werner Struth
Chairman, Robert Bosch LLC and
Member of the Board of Management, Robert Bosch GmbH
at the Bosch Press Conference, International Consumer
Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Nevada (USA),
January 5, 2015
Check against delivery.
Robert Bosch GmbH
Postfach 10 60 50
70049 Stuttgart, Germany
Corporate Communications,
Brand Management,
and Sustainability
E-mail
Christian.Hoenicke@bosch.com
Phone: +49 711 811-6285
Fax:
+49 711 811–5183685
Senior Vice President:
Dr. Christoph Zemelka
www.bosch-press.com
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Good morning, everyone!
Thank you for choosing Bosch to start your media coverage at CES!
I hope everyone is having a good and productive morning.
As I started my day – perhaps like you – I...
Checked my e-mail…
Received a text from my daughter…
Hi Dad… Hope u r well. Want to go skiing with friends Saturday.
Short on cash. Loan? Will pay u back. Promise.
Maybe you’ll hit it big in Vegas and write it off?
Good luck on the press conference. <3
And as a result, did some online banking…
Got an update on one of my family vehicles…
Scanned some headline news…
Checked my house to make sure that the doors were locked and the
heat turned down.
Imagine… I did all of that “living” with just a few clicks on my smartphone.
And, I would guess that most of you did something similar… as journalists –
for you – being connected is a way of life.
It is amazing how connected living has revolutionized virtually everything we
do. And, we are still in the infancy stage of fully understanding the real impact
it will have on our lives.
While many people may not know it, Bosch is actively involved in advancing
connected, smart, sustainable and secure living. In this regard, Bosch is not
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only strengthening its software competence, but also forming alliances with
strategic partners. Bosch provides these three Ss in its connectivity business:
Sensors…
Software and…
Service.
Ten years ago if I had polled this audience asking how many people had a
smartphone – not just a mobile phone – only a few hands would likely have
been raised. Today, to get a similar result, I would have to flip the question
around and ask how many people don’t have a smartphone. A Nielson
Survey conducted in the U.S. in 2013 showed that for the first time, the
majority of mobile phone users in the U.S. – some 65 percent – owned a
smart device.
Connected…
Smart…
Living… is transforming our lives. From homes to mobility, we are adding
more comfort and convenience. And – if handled correctly – we are
engineering in more safety and greater security. Being connected also grants
us access to a tremendous amount of information. It allows us to be a
member of many, many communities.
Years ago, community meant the street on which you lived… the town where
you grew up… or the place you established roots as an adult. Today,
community can still mean all of this, but add to that a virtual gathering that
can include a group of people around the world with whom you have a
common point of view… a problem to solve… or a lifestyle to which you
aspire.
For this week at CES, we will become a community… one that we hope
continues beyond this event. To help all of us at CES stay connected, the
company Flybits – which our subsidiary Robert Bosch Venture Capital has
invested in – has developed a show app – Bosch at CES.
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The Bosch at CES app will keep you connected with all of the Bosch-related
activities at CES – including speeches, demos and details of the Bosch
exhibit and outdoor experience – as well as information about our many
products. Staying connected at work, at home and at events like this is
becoming a way of life for all of us.
How does Bosch fit into this fast-changing, connected environment?
The simple answer is this: Bosch monitors mega trends. We examine the
world, identify consumer needs and seek to innovate solutions that make
peoples’ lives better. That means all aspects of their life, including their home
and their various modes of transportation.
As many of you know, Bosch is a large, multinational corporation with more
than 280,000 associates.
Our products touch four main sectors:
Mobility Solutions…
Industrial Technology…
Consumer Goods and…
Energy and Building Technology.
We will focus on three of the four sectors today.
From oxygen sensors to ovens, you will find Bosch in many places… some of
which may surprise you… and hopefully all of which will fascinate you!
We make innovative connections that bring real benefit to our customers.
We say our products are “Invented for life.”
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Combining Invented for life with the power inherent in the Internet of Things,
is fueling even more innovation in our company and placing more technology
at the fingertips of consumers around the world.
Bosch has a laser beam focus on innovation in aspects like technology and
services and considers the entire user experience. Being able to successfully
innovate depends on hiring and retaining top talent who not only understand
existing technology… but also can envision what’s next.
We count on individuals who have entrepreneurial thinking and can work as
part of an integrated team. They take cutting-edge ideas and bring them to
market. We spend a considerable amount of resources to help shape and
prepare the workforce of the future. In so doing, society benefits and so do
we.
Not many people know the full depth and breadth of the Bosch portfolio.
Frankly, that is one of the reasons we come to CES. We want to help others
understand our company. When people start to look at our portfolio, they
begin to realize our company’s vision and know that Invented for life is more
than a tagline. It guides our products… our people… and our principles.
We are excited to be here again at this great event.
This year the Bosch team is taking a truly international approach to the show.
The booth will have products that have been introduced throughout the world.
Today, as we have done in years past, we want to give you an overview of
Bosch… and what we are showing at CES… and then we invite you to come
to the booth… attend presentations being given by Bosch executives… and
participate fully in the various demo events.
Bosch is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Smart Home Marketplace
at the Sands Expo… and the Vehicle Intelligence Marketplace at the North
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Plaza near the Las Vegas Convention Center. A complete listing of all Bosch
activities is in your reporter’s notebook.
I will cover many technologies today with the purpose of helping you
understand Bosch – but please know there is much more to Bosch than what
I will present today.
Now, let’s take a look at two areas of our lives on which connected living is
having a tremendous influence:
Connected Home… and
Connected Mobility
It is amazing to imagine that the connectivity that we will hear so much about
at CES can be attributed to small sensors like this.
All objects around us can be fitted with sensors and assigned their very own
web address for exchanging data. Connectivity and sensors are the
cornerstones of the Internet of Things. It is what makes connected living
happen. Bosch is the world leader in creating micro-electro-mechanical
sensors – or MEMS.
We provide sensors for a wide range of automotive and consumer electronics
applications. More than 50 percent of the smartphones in the world are
equipped with a Bosch sensor. So chances are that you have a Bosch sensor
in your smartphone… in your home appliance… or in your vehicle.
Last year at CES, Bosch unveiled a world exclusive in environmental sensor
technology – an integrated unit that combines sensors for pressure, humidity,
and temperature in a single housing. Continuing the tradition, today Bosch is
announcing the next step of environmental sensing – the BME680 Gas
Sensor. This is the world’s first combo sensor – measuring humidity, pressure,
temperature and gas,– in a 3 mm by 3 mm package. This sensor can be used
in a myriad of ways… to
Monitor and manage air quality in a room by opening and closing
windows or managing air flow.
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It can monitor personal fitness and offer you recommendations to
secure your personal well-being.
It is key for home automation and environmental monitoring, as well as
personal weather forecasts.
Bosch Sensortec is continuously developing innovative sensor solutions for
wearables and the Internet of Things.
Achieving a green, sustainable life is important to many people, but often
people are not certain where or how to begin. Bosch enables a net-zero
energy consumption lifestyle. Bosch’s Thermotechnology division and Bosch
PowerTec Division are teaming up to make this lifestyle readily attainable.
Here’s how…
Bosch presents innovative solutions for decentralized energy systems. Smart
connectivity can be implemented for electrical and thermal energy using a
photovoltaic system combined with the latest in heat pump technology.
This solution allows users to consume the lion’s share of the electricity they
themselves generate from solar power in their own homes – which
dramatically reduces their electricity costs – while also powering the heat
pump so it can extract heat from air, water, or the ground and convert it into
energy that can be used for heat or hot water.
The Bosch system features an energy management system that knows when
the heat pump requires electricity and – provided there has been enough
sunshine – answers that need with solar power.
At the heart of the smart control system is the e.Control, which is connected
to the household’s electric meter. It monitors power flows within the home,
giving priority to home appliances currently in operation. Integrating Bosch
Hybrid storage into this energy system boosts the degree to which a
household can make use of self-generated electricity from the photovoltaic
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system. Even when the sky is overcast or after the sun sets, the storage
system continues to provide the heat pump with a reliable supply of electricity.
We’re also presenting a WiFi-enabled Remote Room Controller with a touch
screen and a corresponding app that allows users to control their heating
systems via their smartphone.
From wherever they are – by using the free app – homeowners can take
complete control of their heating and hot water. The app also provides
valuable information on gas consumption.
As Bosch develops these various green, sustainable technologies, we also
seek to collaborate to develop standards that will benefit the end consumer.
For example, to further advance smart home technologies…
Bosch...
ABB and...
Cisco…
plan to establish an international joint venture that will develop and operate
an open software platform for smart homes. The companies also intend to
establish a partner alliance that will be open to all manufacturers, developers
and suppliers of products and services in the area of smart homes. The joint
venture is subject to approval by antitrust authorities.
Now, let’s take a closer look inside the home… to the kitchen, which is likely
the most utilized area in the house. Last fall in Europe, Bosch presented its
first networked home appliances that can be controlled with an app.
Called Home Connect, this app acts as a control center for the family of
Bosch-related brand appliances that have a WirelessLan communication
module configured for the app. Consumers can use this app – which is built
on an open platform – via their smartphone or tablet .And even if they are not
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at home, consumers can control appliances like the oven, the dishwasher or
the refrigerator.
With Home Connect, users can take advantage of intelligent functionality…
schedule appliances to match their daily routine; view refrigerator contents
when not at home; obtain operating alerts, troubleshooting and remote
diagnostics information; as well as monitor water and energy consumption.
Security Systems are becoming increasingly important in our globalized
world; not only for companies and the public sector, but also for private users.
Bosch Security Systems is working around the globe to keep individual
homes and large commercial venues safe and secure. For example, in
Singapore, the Star shopping mall with more than 100 shops and restaurants
is an architectural stand-out. It also features a comprehensive security
solution created by Bosch. Security for this multifunctional building includes
systems for video surveillance, public address and access control. The entire
security system is managed through Bosch’s Building Integration System.
Bosch Security Systems already offers customers a broad portfolio of IP
products. Our connected devices are becoming more and more intelligent. As
a leading manufacturer of video systems, we are already very far advanced in
this product field.
The B-Series Control Panels are a family of flexible control panels that
include two models that meet the needs of a wide variety of facility
configurations. The series is ideal for retail stores, banks, office buildings,
government locations, schools and many other commercial and residential
applications.
IP camera integration with the control panels allows users to verify if alarms
indicate a true risk through video snapshots sent via e-mail or through live
camera access from a smartphone. Text messages also notify users of
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events – in a variety of languages – and the Remote Security Control App for
iOS and Android devices provides convenient monitoring and operating tools.
Later this month, Bosch will launch the Z-Wave Home Control Gateway. It will
allow integrators to connect B-Series Control Panels from Bosch with Z-Wave
devices – including lighting controls, door locks, temperature sensors, IP
cameras and more – to provide their customers with home automation and
remote monitoring capabilities.
For example, users can leave home and select “Away” on a smartphone app
to automatically lock the doors, arm the security system, turn off interior lights
and adjust the thermostat. Home control becomes effortless.
As we build smart, green, sustainable homes, Bosch Power Tools is playing a
key role in providing professional contractors with high-quality, long-lasting,
energy-efficient tools. Knowing that time is money for the professional, Bosch
recently introduced the Power Ready Wireless Charging System. This
system means that cordless tools will now always be ready to use.
Bosch is the world’s first supplier to enable the advantages of inductive
energy transfer to be used with cordless tools. With the launch of its Power
Ready Wireless Charging System, Bosch is opening up a new dimension in
charging technology and providing new ways to make working with cordless
tools efficient, cost saving and time saving.
The benefits are many. Professional trades people are mobile. Previously,
they needed to build time in to recharge their power tool batteries.
Now batteries no longer need to be removed, and the tool can simply be
parked in the charger – battery and all – in between tasks. We have changed
downtime into productive charging time.
Also on display is the new Dremel 3D Idea Builder. It is the first 3D printer for
everyone. It’s easy to use and comes with a suite of design tools and support.
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As the only UL Certified 3D printer on the market, it is the ideal choice for
home use.
With the launch of the Dremel 3D Idea Builder, Dremel is bringing a new era
of creativity and inspiration to a community of makers seeking to bring an
endless array of ideas to life. It is perfect for prototyping.
Knowing the strength of our individual products, it only makes sense that we
would bundle them to make sustainable, smart and secure homes and
communities – more accessible. And that is just what several of our divisions
are doing. In fact, three such communities are scheduled to launch in 2015 in
the U.S. The end result will be that some 17,000 homes in Washington state,
Texas and Colorado – will utilize a suite of smart, sustainable Bosch
technologies from several divisions.
Finding unique and entrepreneurial ways to foster innovation is what Robert
Bosch Venture Capital does best. It searches out some of the best and
brightest entrepreneurial start-ups – or established companies – that need an
infusion of capital to take them to the next level.
Here is an example:
Today, cable/telephone/internet providers are looking beyond their current
four areas of focus, which are: telephone, cable TV, internet access and cell
phone services – and are entering into a fifth area by offering smart home
services like home security.
Bosch Security Systems and GreenPeak Technologies, a leading smart
home radio frequency communications semiconductor company, have joined
forces to serve operators with services like Home Security and Home Care.
Offering a complete end-to-end solution of home security – integrating
GreenPeak RF technology with Bosch sensors and security services –
enables the partners to offer a scalable system that ranges from delivering
only a sensor to a complete cloud-based home security service solution. This
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partnership enables operators to deliver a cost-efficient, end-to-end service,
with a shorter time to market.
Smart home services like remote control of doors, thermostats and lighting,
all centrally monitored and controlled by the set-to-box/gateway, are very
enticing for cable and service operators.
We’ve talked about connected home and keeping you safe. Now I’d like to
talk about Connected Mobility and how Bosch keeps you safe and secure on
the road.
Focusing on
electrification…
automation – albeit with a new twist – and...
connectivity…
Bosch’s mobility sector has developed a comprehensive portfolio of
technologies to meet drivers’ increasing needs for cleaner, safer, more
efficient, and more comfortable driving experiences.
Besides improving the conventional powertrain, electrification will play an
increasingly important role in the future of mobility. Our portfolio of electric
solutions encompasses a broad spectrum from eBikes and e-scooters,
through mild and plug-in hybrids, all the way to fully electric powertrains.
Also for electric vehicles, Bosch and BMW announced a DC fast charger last
year. Smaller and more affordable than other available fast chargers, this DC
fast charger can charge a BMW i3 battery to 80 percent... in just 30 minutes.
It’s also compatible with some other electric vehicles.
And at the other end of the electromobility spectrum is the eBike, for which
Bosch produces drive systems. With eBikes, electrical energy supports
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muscle power during pedaling. Bosch has become the market leader for
eBike drive systems in Europe. We are excited to see them launch in the U.S.
Be sure to check out the eBike at the Vehicle Intelligence Marketplace where
you can experience Bosch’s performance drive system.
At the Bosch booth, we will exhibit a new technology for eBike that will soon
be introduced. Nyon is Bosch’s first all-in-one eBike cycle computer with an
integrated navigation and fitness function. Equipped with comprehensive
basic functions, Nyon can be adapted to the needs of the rider with a
smartphone app and online portal. Its housing is waterproof and rugged, so it
can be used in the rain and off-road. Twelve bike manufacturers will offer the
Nyon in Europe for the 2015 model year.
The second area of focus for Bosch’s mobility sector is automation. For us,
that translates into our vision for an injury-free, and, ultimately, accident-free
future. That is one reason that Bosch invests in developing automated driving
functions.
Bosch develops a variety of sensors that enable automated driving. For
example, ultrasonic sensors and near-range cameras enable automated
parking… radar sensors and mono and stereo-video cameras enable driver
assistance systems.
Here at CES, Bosch will showcase one of its advanced safety and driver
assistance systems: traffic jam assist.
By coupling radar and video technology, traffic jam assist controls longitudinal
and lateral movements of the vehicle in congested traffic, returning control to
the driver if necessary to change lanes or if obstacles are detected.
The third area of focus for Bosch’s mobility sector is connectivity.
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Bosch is making cars an active part of the internet – and bringing drivers a
range of benefits. By networking vehicles, Bosch is improving the comfort,
safety and efficiency of tomorrow's mobility.
At the same time, Bosch is bringing the fascination of the digital world onto
the streets of the physical world. In this, the company is pursuing three
strategic objectives.
First, Bosch is making the internet an intuitive in-car experience.
Second, Bosch is connecting cars to the internet and creating driver
assistance functions with added value.
And finally, Bosch is networking cars with traffic infrastructure.
In the future, we will see completely new functions emerge. For instance, incar augmented reality will connect the virtual world with the physical world.
Think of a soccer game on TV… augmented reality is what allows viewers to
see the offside line blended in as if it were part of the field. The windshield will
become the vehicle's main display area, bringing all vehicle information as
well as data on the surroundings into the driver's field of vision. Connected
mobility makes driving safer and offers greater comfort and convenience.
Bosch provides high-quality infotainment and navigation systems for
connected content and services. As the world becomes increasingly more
connected, consumers want their vehicle to be an extension of their lifestyle.
Bosch’s mySPIN smartphone integration creates a device-to-vehicle link that
provides users with the opportunity to continue using certain apps – both
Apple and Android – through the vehicle’s central display. The apps are
optimized for in-vehicle use, thus minimizing distraction.
The instrument cluster is another area where Bosch is making a technology
leap and adding versatility to the vehicle. Our display-based instrument
cluster, which was recently introduced in the BMW i8 and Audi TT, provides
maximum flexibility for processing and displaying content with great clarity.
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And that’s one of the keys to success for driver assistance and multimedia
systems – the clarity with which they display information and their subsequent
ease of use.
This is where human machine interface plays an important role. The driver
must be able to understand and operate the systems intuitively, using, for
example, natural voice input and head-up displays.
You’ll see one of Bosch’s head-up displays at our booth. In this combiner
display, not only is information – like speed, navigation and warnings –
presented directly in the driver’s field of vision, the image generated is
combined with the scenery outside the vehicle so that the two images appear
to merge with each other about two meters in front of the vehicle.
Instead of projecting the information on the windshield, it is projected onto a
plastic screen that becomes literally invisible to the driver.
But connectivity is more than the interplay of different vehicle systems. It is
also the connection of the vehicle to the cloud. As you can see, we are
networking vehicles and supporting a large number of vehicle-relevant apps.
However, in doing so, we must ensure that the high standard of security in
the automotive electronics is maintained.
Using dual architectures, we create a strict separation between functions that
are relevant for driving, such as driver assistance, and ones that are not,
such as infotainment. In the future, a hardware security module will also
safeguard the communication in each control unit.
At the booth, ESCRYPT will highlight software updates over the air. Secure
over-the-air updates allow new business fields for automakers and Tier 1
suppliers. This new technology is fast and secure and guarantees the highest
level of functional safety.
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In addition to the Bosch technology on the vehicles you drive, Bosch is also
working behind the scenes. In addition to the connected vehicle, we are also
working on the connected repair shop.
Digital communication and data networking are playing an increasingly
important role in repair shops. The repair shop of the future will be able to
continuously monitor the status of customers’ vehicles and recommend a
repair in advance. In addition, parts can be ordered and employees’ work
time can be better organized. Once a customer arrives for a service
appointment, Bosch’s flex inspect component automatically reads the fault
memory and checks the battery, the tire inflation pressure and the chassis
geometry.
To further assist automotive technicians, Bosch is developing augmented
reality applications that provide computer-assisted information for technicians.
At Bosch, we are developing applications that use augmented reality to show
the technician three-dimensional work instructions, required tools and even
training videos. As soon as the camera of a tablet scans a motor component,
the contextual information is superimposed onto the physical object – exactly
where it is needed. This eliminates time-consuming consultation of service
manuals.
Augmented reality facilitates the repair process, improves the quality of the
work and minimizes the effort.
So, ladies and gentlemen, I hope that you share Bosch’s excitement for the
tremendous possibilities before us… as we continue to merge our Invented
for life product portfolio with the fast-evolving Internet of Things. Integrating
the physical and virtual worlds promises to enrich our lives, provide
tremendous amounts of important information and allow us access to many
communities, large and small.
Whether we realize it or not, our lives are being revolutionized by technology.
The lifestyle to which we aspire is only a few clicks away.
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Speaking of that, my daughter aspires to hit the ski slopes, so this is how I
responded to her earlier text: “Check’s in the “mail.”  Dad”. For those of you
who have teenagers, perhaps you can relate.
Thank you, ladies and gentlemen, for your attention.
Now, let’s open the floor to your questions…
Press photos: 1-RB-19624, 1-RB-20796, 1-RB-20797, 1-RB-20798
Contact person for press inquiries:
Christian Hoenicke,
phone: +49 711 811-6285
The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. In 2013, its
roughly 281,000 associates generated sales of 46.1 billion euros. (NB: Due to a change in
accounting policies, the 2013 figures can only be compared to a limited extent with the 2012
figures). Its operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial
Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. The Bosch Group
comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its roughly 360 subsidiaries and regional companies in
some 50 countries. If its sales and service partners are included, then Bosch is represented
in roughly 150 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is
the foundation for further growth. In 2013, the Bosch Group invested some 4.5 billion euros
in research and development and applied for some 5,000 patents. This is an average of
20 patents per day. The Bosch Group’s products and services are designed to fascinate, and
to improve the quality of life by providing solutions which are both innovative and beneficial.
In this way, the company offers technology worldwide that is “Invented for life.”
The company was set up in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch (1861-1942) as “Workshop for
Precision Mechanics and Electrical Engineering.” The special ownership structure of Robert
Bosch GmbH guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible
for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant up-front investments in
the safeguarding of its future. 92 percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held
by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a charitable foundation. The majority of voting rights are held
by Robert Bosch Industrietreuhand KG, an industrial trust. The entrepreneurial ownership
functions are carried out by the trust. The remaining shares are held by the Bosch family and
by Robert Bosch GmbH.
Additional information is available online at www.bosch.com, www.bosch-press.com and
http://twitter.com/BoschPresse
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Bosch at the International Consumer Electronics Show in Las
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Dr. Werner Struth, Chairman, Robert Bosch LLC and Member of the
Board of Management, Robert Bosch GmbH at the Bosch Press
Conference, International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas,
Nevada (USA), on January 5, 2015.
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Press release
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International CES 2015 in Las Vegas (January 6-9)
Bosch shows smart solutions for a connected world
Designed for a convenient, efficient, and secure life
 Smart thermostat and smart home appliances make living more comfortable
 Smart mobility solutions: more safety and convenience on the road
 Assisted driving and eBike demos at the Vehicle Intelligence Marketplace
 Smart devices, software, and sensors as enablers for the internet of things
 Overview of Bosch at CES
The world is becoming ever more connected. And at times it seems as though
the internet and globalization have developed a momentum of their own.
Companies like Bosch can help shape these developments, however. At the
International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2015, Bosch will be showcasing
intelligent solutions designed to enable consumers to lead convenient, efficient,
and secure lives. These sustainable solutions for a connected world range from
smart sensors to smart energy solutions, from eMobility to automated driving,
from smart software to smart cities, from telematics to thermotechnology, from
home appliances to power tools.
Energy conversion is a core Bosch area of expertise. Bosch offers owners of
residential and commercial buildings packages that combine technology and
services. Bosch solutions intelligently link and control the generation and
consumption of power and heat. This will make the power supply even smarter
and more efficient, as well as more decentralized. Bosch’s expertise spans
multiple areas here. Its technical systems know-how is the basis of heating and
security control systems. The company also offers software and sensor
technology as well as services for energy management, remote monitoring, and
the handling of business processes. This allows customers to use energy and
resources more efficiently, and to reduce costs. The internet of things makes it
possible for devices and systems in buildings to communicate with one another.
By 2015, Bosch expects about 75 percent of the world's population to have
access to the internet. At the same time, six billion things will be connected to the
internet. This development will also bring about major changes in the market for
energy and building technology in the coming years, and will pave the way for
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new services and business models. Bosch already has considerable experience
in this realm, for instance with the 50,000 networked heating systems it has
already sold. Bosch Security Systems already generates more than half its sales
in the video surveillance segment with internet-enabled cameras.
Smart thermostat to control the heating at home via smartphone
Bosch is presenting a wi-fi-enabled remote room controller with a modern touch
screen and a corresponding app, which allows users to control their heating
systems via their smartphones. Compatible with a wide range of Bosch’s
Greenstar gas and oil-fired boilers, the sophisticated smart thermostat allows
heating to be adjusted from a smartphone or tablet using a wireless internet
connection. The sleek black glass wall-mounted panel is simple to install and
connects to the boiler using a low voltage two-wired connection. Through an
easy-to-use free app, homeowners can take complete control of their heating and
hot water, whether at home, at work, or on holiday. The app not only allows
remote adjustment of heating and hot water settings, but also provides valuable
information on gas consumption for both heating and hot water, helping
homeowners to manage bills in an era of rising energy costs. And users can rely
on the extremely high safety and data security standards Bosch has developed.
Since all customer data is stored on the controller at the user’s home, privacy is
assured – Bosch itself has no access to the data.
Open software platform for the smart home
For a home to be “smart,” it is crucial that all the appliances and systems in the
home – e.g., washing machine, heating units, lamps or window blinds – can
simply and securely exchange data with each other as well as with smartphones
and tablets. ABB, Bosch, and Cisco plan to establish an international joint
venture that will develop and operate an open software platform for smart home
devices and applications. In addition to developing and operating a software
platform, the companies intend to invite appliance electronics manufacturers,
home automation vendors, and service providers to join a business ecosystem.
The business ecosystem will aim to facilitate collaboration and incorporate a wide
range of user requirements when developing the software platform.
Home Connect app connects home appliances from different brands
A common language for all domains is decisive when it comes to the connected
home. Bosch is presenting the world's first solution that allows various home
appliances from different brands to be controlled and a host of features used with
just one app. In addition, Bosch is showcasing the first networked home
appliances equipped with this system, including a fridge, an oven, a dishwasher,
and a washing machine. The system is designed as an open platform that will
keep evolving to cover a growing range of services.
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Smart energy system increases efficiency and saves costs
Bosch is demonstrating how smart connectivity can be implemented for electrical
and thermal energy using a photovoltaic system combined with the latest in heat
pump technology. This solution allows users to consume the lion's share of the
electricity they themselves generate from solar power in their own homes – which
significantly reduces their electricity costs – while also powering the heat pump
so it can extract heat from the air, water, or ground and convert it into energy that
can be used for heating or hot water. The Bosch system features an energy
management system that knows when the heat pump requires electricity and –
provided there has been enough sunshine – answers that need with solar power.
At the heart of the smart control system is e.Control, which is connected to the
household's electricity meter and monitors power flows within the home. The
system is designed to always prioritize supply to any home appliances currently
in operation. Should the photovoltaic system connected to a Bosch inverter
generate any surplus power, e.Control sends a signal to the heat pump to heat
the hot water tank. This means optimum use is made of the household's solar
power, since it avoids feeding any surplus electricity into the grid at too cheap a
price. What's more, it relieves the public grid.
Smart energy storage solution
Integrating the Bosch Power Tec BPT-S 5 Hybrid storage solution into this
energy system boosts the degree to which a household can make use of selfgenerated electricity from the photovoltaic system. Even when the sky is overcast
or after sunset, the storage system continues to provide the heat pump with a
reliable supply of electricity. If the storage system has been integrated, any
surplus electricity is sent to the powerful lithium-ion batteries before a signal is
sent to the heat pump. When the hot water tank is heated, electrical power is
converted into thermal energy, which in effect increases the stored energy. So
running such a system is a large step toward achieving independence from the
public grid.
Smart security systems for enhanced security at home
Another innovation being presented is a way to access surveillance video
remotely. Limited bandwidth makes it impossible to stream HD video on mobile
devices whereas dynamic transcoding technology delivers both smooth live video
streaming and instant access to HD (1080p) images when needed, regardless of
available bandwidth. Combined with the Video Security app, users are allowed
access to camera controls, live video streams, and HD images via a mobile
device anytime and from anywhere. It also enables users to instantly retrieve the
correct video data from hours of recorded material.
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Bosch is also showcasing burglar alarm systems. The B-Series intrusion control
panels provide convenient security monitoring of homes and small businesses.
These flexible panels offer customized security and remote operation from smart
phones and tablets. B-Series panels can be programmed to control individual
rooms or up to four distinct areas of a home or business property. This enables
arming or disarming certain areas – such as a guest suite, sunroom, kitchen, or
detached garage – without affecting other rooms. The panels check for open
windows and doors, monitor smoke detectors, activate panic devices and
perform other services to keep homes and businesses secure. The Remote
Security Control app allows system operation from iOS or Android devices. Arm
or disarm the system, check status and control monitored devices over the
panel’s cellular connection, the internet, or through a local wireless network using
a hand-held device. Event notifications – such as alarms or other warnings – can
also be sent directly to mobile phones to keep owners informed about the status
of their homes or businesses while they are away.
In addition, Bosch is presenting the Z-Wave Home Control Gateway. This
solution allows Bosch B-Series control panels to be connected with Z-Wave
devices including lighting controls, door locks, temperature sensors, IP cameras,
and more, in order to provide customers with home automation and remote
monitoring capabilities. Programming possibilities include automatically arming
the security system when an exterior door is locked or disarming the system
when the door is unlocked. When a user leaves home, tapping an “away” button
on a smartphone can also trigger the doors to lock, the security system to arm,
interior lights to turn off and the thermostat to adjust to conserve energy and
reduce costs. These are just a few of the options available for effortless home
control, as the intuitive wizard makes it easy for integrators to program trigger- or
schedule-based automation tailored for each customer. A web interface allows
the user access to a system dashboard and home control via an iOS or Android
smartphone or other web-enabled device.
Smart mobility solutions: more safety and convenience on the road
20 years ago, the internet revolutionized computing. Over the next few years, it
will revolutionize the car. At the CES, Bosch is demonstrating how it is making
cars an active part of the internet – and bringing drivers a range of benefits.
Bosch already has extensive know-how in all relevant areas. The company offers
hardware that establishes the connection to the outside world, a flexible basic
software suite that brings together service providers and users, as well as
numerous related services.
The physical enabler for any smart solution is Bosch’s connectivity control unit.
This small box is connected to the in-car network and comprises a GMS module
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for communication, and usually also a GPS module that provides data on the
current position – important information for many services. Bosch offers the unit
in various configurations for applications in passenger cars, trucks, as well as
motorcycles. As early as 2016, for example, Bosch expects every new long-haul
commercial vehicle in Europe and the United States to be offered with a
networking solution.
The wholly-owned subsidiary Bosch Software Innovations offers a modular
software suite that can be flexibly utilized. For example, it has been in use as the
basis for a networked and easy-to-use vehicle charging infrastructure in
Singapore since 2011 and as the basis for a fleet management service in
Germany since 2013. From 2015, it will form the platform for an innovative
intermodal transportation concept in Stuttgart.
Bosch’s new telematics services provide greater transparency and a clearer
overview for fleet operators. Via the interface for the on-board diagnosis (OBD)
system in the vehicle, journey and service data is sent to Bosch for data analysis.
On the basis of this evaluated data, the fleet operator can optimize operating and
maintenance times. Thanks to the integration of GPS vehicle tracking, services
such as an electronic logbook and a theft warning system are also available. This
helps to reduce the overall cost of the vehicle.
A truly lifesaving solution is the in-vehicle emergency notification service eCall. If
the system detects that the vehicle has been involved in an accident, this
information is sent to a Bosch communication center which is manned around the
clock. The center’s multilingual associates contact the driver and alert the police
as well as emergency services if necessary.
Bosch is pushing connectivity forward in workshops
Connectivity doesn’t end when the car has to go in for service or repair. Since
vehicle electronics are getting ever more powerful and complex, Bosch has made
it possible for workshops to access certain vehicle data helpful for error diagnosis
and repair online. Bosch’s “Flex Inspect” diagnostic system can automatically
read out the fault memory, check the battery, tire inflation pressure, and chassis
geometry. On the basis of this, a customer service advisor is able to immediately
discuss any necessary repairs with the driver. During the repair work, the
technician can make use of augmented reality technology. After focusing the
diagnostics tablet computer’s camera on the engine compartment, relevant
information such as repair instructions and necessary tools are superimposed on
the image. The time-consuming consultation of service manuals is thus
unnecessary. Even parts that are hidden behind covers or the dashboard can be
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depicted as three-dimensional images. Error diagnosis and repair has never
been so easy.
New display techniques and an appealing smartphone integration solution
On one hand, new connected services are leading to an ever increasing amount
of information. On the other hand, driver distraction must be minimized. At the
CES, Bosch is showcasing technical solutions that help to prioritize information
and display it in a highly intuitive way. A particularly attractive approach is
display-based instrument clusters. These replace conventional displays and
project all of the instrument, navigation, and multimedia information into the
driver's field of vision. Depending on the situation and the driver’s wishes, they
offer different layouts. Two Bosch solutions for fully display-based instrument
clusters are already in series production in the BMW i8 and the Audi TT, with
more to come. Another cost-effective solution is the Bosch combiner head-up
display. The system does not project the information onto the windshield but
instead onto a small special plastic screen positioned below it. This image is
superimposed on the scenery outside the vehicle in such a way that these
appear to merge with one another at a distance of around two meters in front of
the vehicle. Since 2014, the system has been installed in a variety of BMW
Group vehicles.
Connectivity with the outside world is currently achieved mainly via the
smartphone. With its mySPIN solution, Bosch is offering a highly appealing way
to integrate Android-based phones as well as iOS-based ones. mySPIN creates
a perfect device-vehicle link and ensures much safer and more reliable in-car
use. Other Bosch infotainment systems being showcased at the CES
demonstrate natural voice input or a navigation system that offers a proactive
driving strategy based on real-time traffic info. To keep the new assistance and
convenience functions up-to-date, the Bosch subsidiary ESCRYPT is
showcasing a solution for secure wireless software updates.
Assisted driving and e-bike demos at the Vehicle Intelligence Marketplace
The mobility of the future is electrified, automated, and connected. At the outdoor
area of the vehicle intelligence marketplace, Bosch is showcasing innovations
that bring us a step closer to automated driving. A demonstration vehicle
featuring the Bosch traffic jam assistant will prove that self-guided driving in
heavy traffic already has become reality. The car can brake, accelerate, and
steer within its lane completely independently. The driver still has to monitor the
vehicle, but the overall burden is much lower. Visitors are also welcome to try out
e-bikes of various brands featuring Bosch e-bike drive units on a dedicated
course. There will also be an overview of Bosch’s various sensor technologies as
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well as its wide range of electromobility solutions, from e-bikes and e-scooters to
hybrid and fully-electric vehicles.
Smart devices, software, and sensors
Bosch is the global market leader in the area of microelectromechanical sensors
(MEMS), a key technology when it comes to connecting things over the internet.
Today, every second smartphone in the world is equipped with Bosch sensors.
Bosch's strategic aim is to offer solutions for connected mobility, networked
production, as well as for networked energy systems and buildings. Intelligent
sensors represent the next level of technical advancement. These are equipped
with a radio interface and a microcontroller. As a result, sensors are able to
transmit relevant data via the internet, for instance to mobile end devices.
Software integration is decisive for the next wave of advancement in
micromechanics, which are already widespread in automotive and consumer
electronics.
All objects can be fitted with sensors and wi-fi devices and assigned their very
own web address for exchanging data. This connectivity is the cornerstone of the
internet of things. It is what makes connected living happen. Bosch provides
sensors for a wide range of uses in the automotive and consumer electronics
applications. Every second smartphone in the world is equipped with a Bosch
sensor. Following the technological trend to a greater range of measurable
variables and increased intelligence, Bosch Sensortec will unveil a new multifunctional sensor at CES 2015 that integrates four measurands, enabling a new
range of applications in areas such as consumer electronics, wearables, and the
IoT. Bosch brand Akustica will also highlight its high-performance, HD voice
microphone portfolio.
The aim is to transmit only relevant information to the internet, and not raw data.
This local data processing calls for the special kind of systems know-how that
Bosch brings to the table. But there is practically no limit to what can still be
connected via sensors. As a result, things that were free of electronics in the
past, such as doors and windows, will be able to transmit data on their status to
the internet. In brief, micromechanics make the internet of things possible. With
its new company Bosch Connected Devices and Solutions GmbH, Bosch aims to
develop new solutions in this realm. The company focuses on the segments
Smart Home, Transport, Logistics and Traffic, Smart Activity, and Connected
Industry.
A new dimension in charging: Bosch Wireless Charging System
Bosch is the world's first supplier to enable the advantages of inductive energy
transfer to be used with cordless tools. With its Wireless Charging System, Bosch
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is presenting a new dimension in charging technology and providing new ways to
make working with cordless tools efficient, cost-saving, and time-saving.
The technology, which is used in other areas in devices such as charging
stations for electric toothbrushes and recently also in cellphones, is based on
contactless energy transfer. An alternating magnetic field is generated in the
transmitter using a coil. The receiver also contains a coil which is penetrated by
the alternating magnetic field. This induces a voltage and generates a current
flow. In the case of Bosch's Wireless Charging System, this means that the
charger emits a magnetic field which is received by the battery and transformed
into charging current. However, the power transferred is more than 50 times
greater than that used in ordinary electric toothbrushes (one watt), in order to
reach the same charging times as those provided by conventional power tool
battery chargers.
3D printer for creative and functional purposes
The Bosch brand Dremel is presenting the Dremel 3D Idea Builder, the most
user-friendly 3D printing experience on the market. This adds a new dimension to
the brand’s robust portfolio of versatile tool systems. The Idea Builder is yet
another high-quality, easy-to-use tool from Dremel designed to inspire and
empower the end users to build on their own ideas with the support and
mentorship of the Dremel Experts. Through a strategic partnership with
Autodesk, Dremel will provide free print-ready 3D models and simple design
tools, while continuing to release new design tools on www.Dremel3D.com to
coach users through the building process.
Overview of Bosch at CES
January 5, 2015, 8 a.m. PDT
Bosch Press Conference
with Dr. Werner Struth,
Mandalay Bay South Convention Center, Level 2, Ballroom F
January 6-9, 2015
Bosch Booth 71032
Sands Expo, Smart Home Marketplace
Bosch Outdoor Experience
Bosch eMobility World
Bosch eBike Ride Course
Bosch Driver Assistance Driving Experience on Las Vegas city streets
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Las Vegas Convention Center, Vehicle Intelligent Marketplace
Gold Lot near North Hall
January 6, 3:30-4:30 p.m. PDT
Panel “Getting to Low Power and Maximum Functionality through Sensor Fusion”
with Stefan Finkbeiner, General Manager & CEO of Bosch Sensortec
Venetian Hotel, Level 1, Marco Polo 702 conference room
January 7, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. PDT
Keynote panel “Fast Innovation: Disrupt or Be Disrupted”
with Dr. Werner Struth,
and John Chambers, CEO, Cisco
Theater of the Westgate Hotel (formerly the LVH hotel).
January 7, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. PDT
Panel “Obstacles on the Road to Self-Driving Cars" with
Dr. Dirk Hoheisel, Member of the Board of Management, Robert Bosch GmbH
Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall, N261 conference room
January 7, 1-2 p.m. PDT
Panel "Evolution of the Smart Home" with
Dr. Rainer Kallenbach, CEO of Bosch Software Innovations
Venetian Hotel, Level 1, Room Casanova 605
January 7, 3:30-4:30 p.m. PDT
Panel "Eye on Automotive Technology" with
Jim Fish, Bosch Automotive Service Solutions
Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall, N261 conference room
Press photos:
1-TT-20369, 1-PT-20780, 1-UBK-19968, 1-RB-19652-e, 1-RB-20112-e,
1-BPTE-20200-e, 1-BPTE-20190, 1-BST-19182, 1-PT-20197, 1-PT-20198,
1-BST-20778, 1-BST-20779, 1-RB-20117, 1-CC-19153, 1-AA-20558,
1-CM-18923, 1-RB-20799, 1-RB-20800, 1-RB-20801, 1-RB-20802
Contact persons for press inquiries:
Christian Hoenicke,
Stephan Kraus,
phone: +49 711 811-6285
phone: +49 711 811-6286
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some 50 countries. If its sales and service partners are included, then Bosch is represented in
roughly 150 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the
foundation for further growth. In 2013, the Bosch Group invested some 4.5 billion euros in
research and development and applied for some 5,000 patents. This is an average of
to improve the quality of life by providing solutions which are both innovative and beneficial. In
this way, the company offers technology worldwide that is “Invented for life.”
functions are carried out by the trust. The remaining shares are held by the Bosch family and
by Robert Bosch GmbH.
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Press Photo 1-TT-20369
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Das Gebäude der Zukunft ist vernetzt: Smart Heating, Smart Home
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
In den Niederlanden bietet Bosch Thermotechnik den WLAN-fähigen
Raumregler „Nefit Easy“ in modernem Touchscreen-Design an, mit dem
Nutzer ihre Heizung auch per Smartphone steuern können. Dabei
können sich Nutzer auf die von Bosch entwickelten, sehr hohen
Sicherheits- und Datenschutz-Standards verlassen.
1-TT-20369
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The building of the future is connected: smart heating, smart home
In the Netherlands, Bosch Thermotechnology offers the WiFi-enabled
“Nefit Easy” room controller with a modern touch screen, which allows
users to control their heating systems via their smart phones. Users can
rely on the very high safety and data security standards that Bosch has
developed.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
Press Photo 1-PT-20780
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3D Drucker von der Bosch-Marke Dremel
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Die Bosch-Marke Dremel stellt auf der CES 2015 mit dem Dremel 3D
Idea Builder den benutzerfreundlichsten 3-D-Drucker vor, der im Markt
erhältlich ist.
1-PT-20780
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3D Printer of Bosch’s brand Dremel
The Bosch brand Dremel is presenting at CES 2015 the Dremel 3D Idea
Builder, the most user-friendly 3D printing experience on the market.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
Press Photo 1-UBK-19968
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Die Vernetzung des Automobils
Pressebild-Nr.
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Das Fahrzeug der Zukunft wird permanent mit dem Internet, seiner
Umgebung und anderen Fahrzeugen verbunden sein.
1-UBK-19968
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Connected vehicle
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The vehicle of the future will be permanently connected to the internet,
its environment, and other vehicles.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
Press Photo 1-RB-19652-e
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Smart-Home
Pressebild-Nr.
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Wie intelligent vernetzte Hausgeräte miteinander kommunizieren
1-RB-19652-e
Smart home
See Press Release
How intelligently connected household appliances communicate with
each other
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„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
Press Photo 1-RB-20112-e
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Smart Home
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Für das vernetzte Haus kommt es auf eine gemeinsame Sprache aller
Domänen an. Wenn der Geschirrspüler je nach Strompreis starten, die
Klima- und Heizungsanlage je nach Wetterbericht anspringen soll, dann
müssen sich die beteiligten Geräte verstehen. Deshalb strebt Bosch mit
Partnerunternehmen einen offenen Standard für das Smart Home an.
Die Initiative will auch eine Software-Plattform für Service-Anbieter
etablieren.
1-RB-20112-e
See Press Release
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Smart Home
A common language for all domains is also decisive when it comes to the
connected home. For instance, if the dishwasher is to time its start to
coincide with the best electricity price, and if the air-conditioning and
heating systems start depending on the weather forecast, the devices
involved must be able to understand each other. This is why, together
with a number of partner companies, Bosch aims to create an open
standard for smart homes. The initiative also aims to establish a software
platform for service providers.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
Press Photo 1-BPTE-20200-e
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Vernetzung von Wärmepumpe und PV für den optimalen
Eigenverbrauch von Solarstrom
Das Energiemanagementsystem von Bosch erkennt den Energiebezug
der Wärmepumpe und deckt diesen bei ausreichender
Sonneneinstrahlung durch Solarstrom ab. Je nach Kundenwunsch kann
auch die Speicherlösung für Solarstrom, BPT-S 5 Hybrid, in dieses
Energiesystem eingebunden werden, wodurch der Anteil des
selbstverbrauchten Stroms aus der Photovoltaikanlage nochmals
gesteigert wird
Networking of heat pumps and PV to optimize own-consumption of
solar energy
The Bosch energy management system detects the energy consumed
by the heat pump and, if the solar irradiation is sufficient, covers this
amount using solar power. If the customer requires it, the BPT-S 5 Hybrid
solar-energy storage solution can also be integrated into this energy
system to further increase their own consumption of the electricity
generated by their photovoltaic system.
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
1-BPTE-20200-e
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„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
Press Photo 1-BPTE-20190
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Der Solarstrom-Speicher BPT-S 5 Hybrid
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Der Bosch BPT-S 5 Hybrid ermöglicht eine zeitlich flexible Nutzung von
Solarstrom durch die Speicherung nicht genutzter Mengen. Neben der
Einspeisung in das öffentliche Stromnetz von Solarstrom mit höchstem
Wirkungsgrad gestattet er so eine Verbesserung des Eigenverbrauchs
und bereitet so den Weg zur Strom-Autarkie - ohne dass Verbraucher ihr
Verhalten ändern müssen. Und im Fall eines Netzausfalls versorgt der
BPT-S 5 Hybrid den Haushalt weiter zuverlässig mit Strom.
1-BPTE-20190
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The PV storage solution BPT-S 5 Hybrid
The Bosch BPT-S S 5 Hybrid is designed to use solar power timeindependently by storing unused capacity. In addition to feeding solar
power into the national grid with extreme efficiency, it thus facilitates an
improvement of an operator’s own consumption and the bridging of any
mains power cuts.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
Press Photo 1-BST-19182
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MEMS-Sensoren für die Konsumelektronik von Bosch
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Bosch Sensortec entwickelt und vermarktet mikromechanische Sensoren
für die Bereiche Konsumelektronik, Mobiltelefonie, Sicherheitssysteme,
Industrietechnik und Logistik. Zum Produktportfolio zählen dreiachsige
geomagnetische Sensoren, dreiachsige Beschleunigungs- und
Drehratensensoren, barometrische Drucksensoren und ein umfassendes
Softwareportfolio für diverse Anwendungen.
1-BST-19182
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MEMS sensors for consumer electronics from Bosch
Bosch Sensortec develops and markets micromechanical sensors for
consumer electronics, mobile phones, safety systems, industrial
technology and logistics. The product portfolio includes triaxial
geomagnetic and acceleration sensors, triaxial gyroscopes, barometric
pressure sensors and a comprehensive software portfolio for various
applications.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
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Erste Komponenten im „Wireless Charging System“ von Bosch:
Ladegerät, 18 Volt-Akku und Rahmen für stationäre Anwendungen
Das GAL 1830 W Professional ist derzeit das kleinste im Markt
erhältliche Ladegerät für 18 Volt Lithium-Ionen-Akkus. Der passende
Akku GBA 18 V 2,0 Ah MW-B Professional vereint die Vorteile bisheriger
Akkus, beispielsweise CoolPack-Technik, mit denen des induktiven
Ladens. Zum System gehört außerdem ein Rahmen, der an
Werkbänken, Regalen oder an Arbeitsflächen montiert werden kann. Er
bietet Ladegerät, Akku und Werkzeug sicheren Halt.
First components of the “Wireless Charging System“ from Bosch:
Charger, 18 volt battery and frame for stationary applications
The GAL 1830 W Professional is currently the smallest charger available
on the market for 18 volt lithium-ion batteries. The fitting GBA 18 V 2.0
Ah MW-B Professional battery combines the advantages of the previous
batteries, like CoolPack technology, with those of inductive charging. The
system also includes a frame which can be mounted on workbenches,
shelves or other work surfaces. It securely holds charger, battery and
tool.
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
1-PT-20197
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„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
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Wichtiges Einsatzgebiet des Bosch „Wireless Charging Systems“:
die semi-industrielle Produktion
Das „Wireless Charging System“ von Bosch bietet Anwendern viele
Vorteile, darunter eine höhere Nutzerfreundlichkeit und Produktivität, weil
die Akkus am Gerät verbleiben und während jeder Arbeitsunterbrechung
auf der Ladestation abgestellt und so geladen werden können. Das
Laden wird ganz selbstverständlich in den Arbeitsablauf integriert. Das
Ergebnis: immer einsatzbereite Werkzeuge.
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
1-PT-20198
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Important application field for the Bosch “Wireless Charging
System“: the semi-industrial production
The “Wireless Charging System” from Bosch offers users many
advantages like greater user-friendliness and productivity because the
batteries stay in the tool and can be parked on the charging station
during every work interruption to charge them. Integrating charging into
the workflow is very straightforward. The result is that the tools are
always ready to be used.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
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MEMS-Sensoren als Bausteine der vernetzten Welt
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Bausteine für die vernetzten Welt: Das Bild eines Rasterelektronenmikroskops (REM) zeigt die feinen geätzten Silizium-Strukturen eines
Beschleunigungssensors von Bosch. Zum Größenvergleich liegt ein
menschliches Haar auf der Struktur. Die Silizium-Strukturen in der Mitte
des Chips messen die Beschleunigung oder Neigung in allen drei
Raumrichtungen. Die einzelnen „Balken“ sind rund 2 Mikrometer (µm)
breit und 20 Mikrometer hoch. Ein Mikrometer ist der tausendste Teil
eines Millimeters (0,001 Millimeter).
1-BST-20778
Wenn ein solcher Sensor in einem Handy bewegt wird, beträgt
Auslenkung der „Balken“ abhängig von der Beschleunigung einige 10
Nanometer (10 nm = 0,01 µm). Das Haar ist im Vergleich rund 90
Mikrometer dick. Die Aufnahme wurde nachträglich am Computer
eingefärbt.
MEMS sensors as building blocks for the connected world
Building blocks for the connected world: this image from a scanning
electron microscope shows the finely etched silicon structures of a Bosch
acceleration sensor. By way of comparison, a human hair has been laid
on top of the structure. The silicon structures at the center of the chip
measure acceleration and pitch in all three spatial dimensions. The
individual “beams” are roughly 2 micrometers (µm) wide and 20 µm high.
One micrometer is one-thousandth of a millimeter (0.001 millimeters).
If a cell phone containing one of these sensors is moved, the “beams”
move by a few tens of nanometers (10 nm = 0.01 µm). By comparison,
the hair is 90 µm thick. The colors in the image are the result of
subsequent processing.
See Press Release
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„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
PI8771
Bildtext | Caption
MEMS-Sensoren als Bausteine der vernetzten Welt
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Bausteine für die vernetzten Welt: Das Bild eines Rasterelektronenmikroskops (REM) zeigt die feinen geätzten Silizium-Strukturen eines
Beschleunigungssensors von Bosch. Zum Größenvergleich liegt ein
menschliches Haar auf der Struktur. Die Silizium-Strukturen in der Mitte
des Chips messen die Beschleunigung oder Neigung in allen drei
Raumrichtungen. Die einzelnen „Balken“ sind rund 2 Mikrometer (µm)
breit und 20 Mikrometer hoch. Ein Mikrometer ist der tausendste Teil
eines Millimeters (0,001 Millimeter).
1-BST-20779
Wenn ein solcher Sensor in einem Handy bewegt wird, beträgt
Auslenkung der „Balken“ abhängig von der Beschleunigung einige 10
Nanometer (10 nm = 0,01 µm). Das Haar ist im Vergleich rund 90
Mikrometer dick. Die Aufnahme wurde nachträglich am Computer
eingefärbt.
MEMS sensors as building blocks for the connected world
Building blocks for the connected world: this image from a scanning
electron microscope shows the finely etched silicon structures of a Bosch
acceleration sensor. By way of comparison, a human hair has been laid
on top of the structure. The silicon structures at the center of the chip
measure acceleration and pitch in all three spatial dimensions. The
individual “beams” are roughly 2 micrometers (µm) wide and 20 µm high.
One micrometer is one-thousandth of a millimeter (0.001 millimeters).
If a cell phone containing one of these sensors is moved, the “beams”
move by a few tens of nanometers (10 nm = 0.01 µm). By comparison,
the hair is 90 µm thick. The colors in the image are the result of
subsequent processing.
See Press Release
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„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
PI8771
Bildtext | Caption
mySPIN — die Smartphone-Integrationslösung für das Auto
Pressebild-Nr.
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mySPIN ist die Smartphone-Integrationslösung, die eine perfekte
Einbindung des Smartphones in das Fahrzeug bei gleichzeitig sicherer
Bedienung über das Fahrzeugdisplay gewährleistet. Damit lassen sich
Apps sowohl für iPhones als auch für Android-Smartphones sicher und in
gewohnter Weise weiter nutzen.
1-RB-20117
See Press Release
PI8532, PI8771
mySPIN — the smartphone integration solution for the car
mySPIN is the smartphone integration solution that creates a perfect
device-vehicle link and ensures safe and reliable in-car use via the
vehicle display. It allows users to continue using their iPhone or Android
smartphone apps in the way they are accustomed to and without
compromising safety.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
Press Photo 1-CC-19153
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Bildtext | Caption
Automatisiert auf der A81
Pressebild-Nr.
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Hochautomatisiert fahren Bosch-Entwickler auf deutschen Autobahnen.
Die Testfahrten helfen, die Funktionen in alltäglichen Fahrsituationen zu
erproben und weiter zu verbessern. Das erarbeitete Sicherheitskonzept
wurde vom TÜV Süd geprüft und für gut befunden.
1-CC-19153
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Automated on Autobahn A81
Bosch engineers have brought highly automated driving to the German
Autobahn. Test drives in everyday driving situations help to put functions
to the test and to improve them. The safety concept worked up for the
test campaign was tested and approved by TÜV Süd.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
Press Photo 1-AA-20558
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Bildtext | Caption
Bosch unterstützt zukünftig Kfz-Werkstätten bei Wartung und
Reparatur mit Augmented Reality
In das Realbild eingeblendete Informationen auf dem Tablet-Computer
oder dem Smartphone
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
1-AA-20558
See Press Release
PI8681, PI8771
Bosch supports workshops with Augmented Reality in maintaining
and repairing vehicles in the future
Information is superimposed onto the real object displayed on a tablet or
a smart phone
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
Press Photo 1-CM-18923
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Bildtext | Caption
"Virtual Cockpit" im neuen Audi TT
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Der neue Audi TT bietet ein innovatives Anzeige- und Bedienkonzept.
Ein Display-Kombiinstrument des Systemlieferanten Bosch bündelt
sämtliche Instrumenten-, Navigations- und Multimediaanzeigen direkt im
Blickfeld des Fahrers. Audi nennt dieses fahrerorientierte Konzept
"Virtual Cockpit". Zwei Basis-Anzeigemodi sind für den neuen Audi TT
vorgesehen: Der klassische Modus zeigt große, digital erzeugte
Rundinstrumente. Der zweite Modus rückt die virtuellen
Rundinstrumente für Geschwindigkeit und Motordrehzahl verkleinert in
die beiden unteren Ecken und gibt Raum beispielsweise für einen
großzügigen Navigationsbildschirm.
1-CM-18923
"Virtual Cockpit" in the new Audi TT
The new Audi TT comes equipped with an innovative display and
operating concept. A display-based instrument cluster from the system
supplier Bosch bundles all of the instrument, navigation, and multimedia
information right in the driver´s field of vision. Audi calls this driver
oriented concept the "Virtual Cockpit". The new Audi TT comes with two
basic display modes. The traditional mode shows large, digitally
produced round gages. The second mode trims down the virtual round
speedometer and tachometer and shifts them to the lower corners,
leaving plenty room for al large navigation display.
See Press Release
PI8555
„Audi AG”
“Audi AG”
www.bosch.com
PI8771
Bildtext | Caption
Bosch auf der International CES 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada (USA),
6. – 9. Januar 2015
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
1-RB-20799
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Bosch at the International CES 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada (USA),
January 6-9, 2015
PI8771
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
PI8771
Bildtext | Caption
6. – 9. Januar 2015
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
1-RB-20800
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January 6-9, 2015
PI8771
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
PI8771
Bildtext | Caption
6. – 9. Januar 2015
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
1-RB-20801
See Press Release
January 6-9, 2015
PI8771
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
PI8771
Bildtext | Caption
6. – 9. Januar 2015
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
1-RB-20802
See Press Release
January 6-9, 2015
PI8771
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
Press release
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Automated driving
Bosch makes Hollywood fiction a reality
K.I.T.T. replica co-stars at the CES in Las Vegas
 Test cars fitted with Bosch technology can already drive themselves
 Bosch is developing automated driving in California and Germany
 Bosch sensors are the eyes and ears of modern vehicles
 Bosch iBooster paves the way for automated driving
 Bosch to present its technology portfolio at the Vehicle Intelligence
Marketplace
Hollywood did it first: in the 1980s, the dream factory created the action series
“Knight Rider”, featuring a speaking and – more importantly – self-driving Pontiac
Firebird Trans Am named K.I.T.T. Nearly 30 years later, automated driving is no
longer just another TV fantasy. “Bosch is making science fiction reality, one step
at a time,” says Dr. Dirk Hoheisel, who sits on the Bosch board of management.
Cars equipped with Bosch technology can already drive themselves in certain
situations, such as in traffic jams or when parking. Bosch will be presenting its
solutions at the Vehicle Intelligence Marketplace during the CES in Las Vegas
(January 6-9, 2015).
As one of the world’s largest providers of mobility solutions, Bosch has been
working on automated driving since 2011 at two locations – Palo Alto, California,
and Abstatt, Germany. The teams at the two locations can draw on a worldwide
network of more than 5,000 Bosch engineers in the field of driver assistance
systems. The motivation behind the development at Bosch is safety. Worldwide,
an estimated 1.3 million traffic fatalities occur each year, and the numbers are
rising. In 90 percent of cases, human error is the cause.
From predictive emergency braking to traffic jam assistance
Assisting drivers in critical traffic situations can save lives. Studies suggest that,
in Germany alone, up to 72 percent of all rear-end collisions resulting in
casualties could be avoided if all cars were fitted with the Bosch predictive
emergency braking system. Drivers can also reach their destinations safely and
Robert Bosch GmbH
E-mail joern.ebberg@de.bosch.com
Postfach 10 60 50
D-70049 Stuttgart,
Germany
Phone +49 711 811-26223
Fax
+49 711 811-5187718
www.bosch-press.com
January 2015
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with minimum stress using the Bosch traffic jam assistant. At speeds of up to
60 kilometers per hour, the assistant brakes automatically in heavy traffic,
accelerates, and keeps the car in its lane.
“With driver assistance systems, Bosch expects to generate sales of one billion
euros in 2016,” Hoheisel says. Assistance systems are the cornerstone for
automated driving, which will become established in a gradual process. Bosch
already has its sights on highly automated driving, in which drivers no longer
have to constantly monitor the vehicle. “With Bosch highway pilots, cars will be
driving automatically on freeways by 2020, from entrance ramp to exit ramp,”
Hoheisel predicts. In the decade that follows, vehicles driving fully automated will
be available, capable of handling any situations that arise.
Bosch sensors are the car’s eyes and ears
Automated driving affects every aspect of the car – powertrain, brakes, steering –
and requires comprehensive systems expertise. It is based on sensors featuring
radar, video, and ultrasound technology, sensors Bosch has been manufacturing
by the millions for many years. “Sensors are the eyes and ears that let vehicles
perceive their environment,” Hoheisel says. Powerful software and computers
process the collected information and ensure that the automated vehicle can
move through traffic in a way that is both safe and fuel efficient.
As vehicles gradually take over more and more driving tasks, safety-critical
systems such as brakes and steering must satisfy special requirements. Should
one of these components fail, a fall-back is needed to ensure maximum
availability. Bosch already has such a fall-back for brakes: the iBooster, an
electromechanical brake booster. Both iBooster and the ESP braking control
system are designed to brake the car – independently of each other – without the
driver having to intervene.
iBooster: essential for automated driving
In this way, the Bosch iBooster meets an essential requirement for automated
driving. The brake booster can build up brake pressure independently, three
times faster than an ESP system. If the predictive brake system recognizes a
dangerous situation, the vehicle stops much faster. At the same time, the
iBooster can also provide the gentle braking required by the ACC adaptive cruise
control, all the way down to a complete stop. Moreover, it is practically silent.
The iBooster is also a key component for hybrid and electric cars. One reason is
that it does not require a vacuum, which otherwise has to be generated in a
complex process by the combustion engine or a vacuum pump. Second,
because in conjunction with ESP hev (designed especially for hybrid and electric
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vehicles), the brake booster can recover nearly all braking energy and convert it
into electricity, which extends the e-vehicle’s range. Thanks to the iBooster,
nearly all typical traffic delays can be used to recover maximum braking energy
for the hybrid or electric vehicle’s electric motor. If the car has to brake sharply,
or if the generator is unable to provide the necessary brake torque, the brake
booster generates any additional brake pressure required in the conventional
way, using the brake master cylinder.
Bosch technology at the Vehicle Intelligence Marketplace
At 2015 International CES in Las Vegas, Bosch will not only be presenting its
extensive product portfolio for driver assistance functions and braking systems at
the Vehicle Intelligence Marketplace. The company will also be exhibiting a true
Hollywood legend: K.I.T.T. replica from the action series “Knight Rider”.
Press photos: 1-UBK-20757, 1-UBK-20758, 1-UBK-20759, 1-UBK-20760,
1-UBK-20761, 1-UBK-20767, 1-UBK-20781, 1-UBK-20782
Additional links:
www.automated-driving.com
YouTube: http://bit.ly/1osJDai
Contact person for press inquiries: Joern Ebberg, phone: +49 711 811-26223
Mobility Solutions is the largest Bosch Group business sector. In 2013, its sales came to
30.6 billion euros, or 66 percent of total group sales. This makes the Bosch Group one of the
leading automotive suppliers (NB: Due to a change in accounting policies, the 2013 figures
can only be compared to a limited extent with the 2012 figures). Mobility Solutions largely
operates in the following areas: injection technology for internal-combustion engines,
alternative powertrain concepts, efficient and networked powertrain peripherals, systems
for active and passive driving safety, assistance and comfort functions, technology for userfriendly infotainment as well as car-to-car and Car2X communication, and concepts,
technology, and service for the automotive aftermarket. Bosch has been responsible for
important automotive innovations, such as electronic engine management, the ESP anti-skid
system, and common-rail diesel technology.
The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. In 2013, its roughly
281,000 associates generated sales of 46.1 billion euros. (NB: Due to a change in accounting
policies, the 2013 figures can only be compared to a limited extent with the 2012 figures). Its
operations are divided into four business sectors: Mobility Solutions, Industrial Technology,
Consumer Goods, and Energy and Building Technology. The Bosch Group comprises Robert
Bosch GmbH and its roughly 360 subsidiaries and regional companies in some 50 countries.
If its sales and service partners are included, then Bosch is represented in roughly
150 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the
to improve the quality of life by providing solutions which are both innovative and beneficial. In
this way, the company offers technology worldwide that is “Invented for life.”
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Mit K.I.T.T. auf der CES in Las Vegas
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Neben seinem umfangreichen Produktportfolio für
Fahrerassistenzfunktionen und Bremssysteme zeigt Bosch auf dem
„Vehicle Intelligence Marketplace“ der CES in Las Vegas auch eine echte
Hollywood-Legende: K.I.T.T. aus der Action-Serie Knight Rider.
1-UBK-20757
See Press Release
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K.I.T.T. co-stars at the CES in Las Vegas
At the CES in Las Vegas, Bosch will not only be presenting its extensive
product portfolio for driver assistance functions and braking systems at
the Vehicle Intelligence Marketplace. The company will also be exhibiting
a true Hollywood legend: K.I.T.T. from the action series “Knight Rider”.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
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Bildtext | Caption
Im Bosch-Demofahrzeug durch Las Vegas
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Auf dem Las Vegas Strip zeigt Bosch in einem Demofahrzeug die
Funktion des Stauassistenten. Bis Tempo 60 bremst er in dichtem
Verkehr selbstständig, gibt Gas und hält das Auto in der Spur.
1-UBK-20758
See Press Release
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Driving through Las Vegas in a Bosch demonstration vehicle
On the Las Vegas Strip, a Bosch vehicle demonstrates how the traffic
jam assist function works. In congested traffic up to a speed of 60 kph,
the function brakes, accelerates, and keeps the vehicle in its lane –
without any intervention by the driver.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
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Bildtext | Caption
Im Bosch-Demofahrzeug durch Las Vegas
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Mit dem Stauassistenten gelangen Autofahrer entspannter und sicherer
an ihr Ziel. Eine Fahrt im Bosch-Demofahrzeug auf dem Las Vegas Strip
macht die Funktion erlebbar.
1-UBK-20759
See Press Release
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Driving through Las Vegas in a Bosch demonstration vehicle
Thanks to the traffic jam assist, drivers can now reach their destination
more safely and with less stress. Driving along the Las Vegas Strip in a
demonstration vehicle, drivers can see for themselves what the function
is capable of.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
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Bildtext | Caption
Automatisiertes Fahren bei Bosch
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Als einer der weltweit größten Anbieter von Mobilitätslösungen arbeitet
Bosch seit 2011 am automatisierten Fahren. Autos mit Bosch-Technik
können schon heute in einzelnen Situationen wie Stau oder Einparken
das Steuer übernehmen.
1-UBK-20760
See Press Release
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Automated driving at Bosch
As one of the world’s largest providers of mobility solutions, Bosch has
been working on automated driving since 2011. Cars equipped with
Bosch technology can already drive themselves in certain situations,
such as traffic jams or when parking.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
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Bildtext | Caption
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Bosch entwickelt und testet das automatisierte Fahren an zwei
Standorten – in Palo Alto in den USA sowie in Abstatt in Deutschland.
Beide Teams greifen dabei auf ein Netzwerk von weltweit mehr als 5 000
Bosch-Ingenieuren aus dem Bereich Fahrerassistenzsysteme zurück.
1-UBK-20761
See Press Release
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Bosch is developing and testing automated driving at two locations – in
Palo Alto, California, and Abstatt, Germany. The teams at the two
locations can draw on a worldwide network of more than 5,000 Bosch
engineers working in the field of driver assistance systems.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
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Bildtext | Caption
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Sowohl in den USA als auch in Deutschland testet Bosch seit Anfang
2013 das automatisierte Fahren mit Erprobungsfahrzeugen im
öffentlichen Straßenverkehr. Mehrere tausend Testkilometer sind auf
diese Weise schon zusammengekommen.
1-UBK-20767
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Bosch has been testing automated driving with special demonstration
vehicles on public roads in the U.S. and Germany since the beginning of
2013. Several thousand test kilometers have already been driven.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
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Bildtext | Caption
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Triebfeder für die Entwicklung des automatisierten Fahrens bei Bosch ist
die Sicherheit. Jedes Jahr schätzungsweise 1,3 Millionen Menschen
weltweit durch Verkehrsunfälle. Sicher und entspannt ans Ziel gelangen
Autofahrer zum Beispiel mit dem Stauassistenten von Bosch. Bis Tempo
60 bremst er in dichtem Verkehr selbstständig, gibt Gas und hält das
Auto in der Spur.
1-UBK-20781
See Press Release
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The motivation behind the development of automated driving at Bosch is
safety. Worldwide, an estimated 1.3 million traffic fatalities occur each
year. Drivers can reach their destinations safely and with minimum stress
using systems such as the Bosch traffic jam assistant. At speeds up to
60 kilometers per hour, the assistant brakes automatically in heavy
traffic, accelerates, and keeps the car in its lane.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
Press Photo 1-UBK-20782-e
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Bildtext | Caption
Pressebild-Nr.
Press Photo No.
Fahrerassistenzsysteme sind der Grundstein für das automatisierte
Fahren, das schrittweise kommt. Bosch hat bereits das
hochautomatisierte Fahren im Blick, bei dem der Fahrer das Fahrzeug
nicht mehr ständig überwachen muss. Mit dem Autobahnpiloten von
Bosch fahren Autos 2020 automatisch von Auffahrt bis Abfahrt. Im Laufe
des darauf-folgenden Jahrzehnts sind sie vollautomatisiert unterwegs
und bewältigen alle Situationen während der gesamten Fahrt.
1-UBK-20782-e
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Driver assistance systems are the cornerstone of automated driving,
which will become established in a gradual process. Bosch has already
set its sights on highly automated driving, in which drivers no longer have
to constantly monitor their vehicle. With the Bosch highway pilot, cars will
be driving themselves on freeways by 2020, from entrance ramp to exit
ramp. In the decade that follows, vehicles will become fully automated,
capable of handling any situations that arise.
„Foto: Bosch”
www.bosch.com
Press release
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BME680 proves technology leadership
Bosch Sensortec launches combo MEMS solution
with integrated gas sensor
World’s first environmental sensor combining pressure,
humidity, temperature and indoor air quality
January 5, 2015
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 Equips mobile devices and wearables with indoor air quality measurement
 Expands existing product family of environmental sensors
 Low power consumption and tiny package
Expanding Bosch Sensortec’s existing family of environmental sensors, the
BME680 integrates a gas sensor with best-in-class air pressure, humidity and
ambient air temperature sensing functions within a single 3.0 x 3.0 mm² footprint
package.
The BME680 environmental sensor enables multiple new capabilities for portable
and mobile devices such as air quality measurement, personalized weather
stations, indoor navigation, fitness monitoring, home automation and other
applications for the Internet of Things (IoT).
The gas sensor within the BME680 can detect a broad range of gases in order to
measure indoor air quality for personal well being, including Volatile Organic
Compounds (VOC) from paints (such as formaldehyde), lacquers, paint strippers,
cleaning supplies, furnishings, office equipment, glues, adhesives and alcohol.
“Our latest, integrated environmental sensor provides the opportunity to deliver
differentiated mobile devices,” says Dr. Stefan Finkbeiner, CEO of Bosch
Sensortec. “With its high accuracy, low power consumption and tiny package, the
BME680 enables developers to integrate new functionality within their products in
an efficient and cost-saving manner.”
Robert Bosch GmbH
Postfach 10 60 50
D-70049 Stuttgart
Germany
E-mail Tina.Horstmann@bosch-sensortec.com
Phone +49 7121 3535-924
Fax
+49 7121 3535-909
www.bosch-press.com
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Combination of four sensors in one package fulfills needs for the Internet of
Things (IoT)
With its combination of four sensors in one package, the BME680 provides the
accurate, detailed real-world data required for many IoT applications. Expected
uses include smart homes, smart offices and buildings, smart energy, smart
transportation, HVAC, elderly care and sport/fitness applications.
Accurate performance
The BME680 builds on the success of Bosch Sensortec’s existing BME280
environmental sensor module. By integrating a new gas sensor, the BME680
delivers superior environmental measurement performance, made possible by the
internal compensation and calibration of the gas, pressure, temperature and
humidity sensors. The gas sensor can detect Volatile Organic Compounds
(VOCs) down to the ppm range.
The BME680’s pressure accuracy of ±0.12 Pa provides precise altitude
information to ±1m, making it ideally suited for applications such as indoor
navigation with floor level tracking. Additionally, the best-in-class response time
for measurement of humidity and ambient temperature enables new applications
such as personalized weather information and air quality monitoring for well being
in the home.
An offset temperature coefficient of only 1.5 Pa/K enables altitude stability over
temperature of 12.6 cm/K. This is important in applications requiring the user’s
vertical position within a building over a wide range of ambient temperatures.
Features and package
The BME680 is equipped with both I2C and SPI communication interfaces. Three
power modes and oversampling rates for pressure and temperature
measurements that can be configured separately help designers to easily adapt
the BME680 to different applications. An integrated IIR filter eliminates short-term
measurement fluctuations caused by potential environmental influences. Proven
settings are available for specific applications such as weather logging or indoor
navigation.
The BME680 is housed in a 3 x 3 x 0.93 mm3 LGA metal lid package.
Availability
Samples are scheduled to be available to selected customers within the first
quarter of 2015.
Press photo: 1-BST-20755, 1-BST-20756
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Contact:
Tina Horstmann,
phone: +49 7121 35-35924
Contact person for press inquiries:
Christian Hoenicke,
phone: +49 711 811-6285
Bosch Sensortec GmbH is a fully owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, dedicated to the
consumer electronics world offering a complete portfolio of micro-electro mechanical systems
(MEMS) sensors and solutions that enable mobile devices to feel and sense the world around
them. Bosch Sensortec develops and markets a wide portfolio of MEMS sensors and solutions
for smart phones, tablets, wearable devices and IoT (Internet of Things) applications.
The product portfolio includes 3-axis acceleration, gyroscope and geomagnetic sensors,
integrated 6- and 9-axis as well as environmental sensors and a comprehensive software
portfolio. Since its foundation in 2005 Bosch Sensortec emerged as the technology leader in
the addressed markets. The Bosch Group has been the global market leader for MEMS
sensors since 1998 and has to date sold more than 4 billion MEMS sensors.
For more information, go to www.bosch-sensortec.com
some 50 countries. If its sales and service partners are included, then Bosch is represented in
roughly 150 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the
20 patents per day. The Bosch Group’s products and services are designed to fascinate, and to
improve the quality of life by providing solutions which are both innovative and beneficial. In this
way, the company offers technology worldwide that is “Invented for life.”
functions are carried out by the trust. The remaining shares are held by the Bosch family and by
Robert Bosch GmbH.
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Der erste Umweltsensor der Welt, der Luftdruck, Feuchtigkeit,
Temperatur und Raumluftqualität misst
Der Umweltsensor BME680 ermöglicht viele neue Funktionen für mobile
Geräte, wie etwa die Messung der Luftqualität, personalisierte
Wetterstationen, Indoor-Navigation, Fitness-Tracker, Home Automation
und andere Anwendungen für das Internet der Dinge.
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World’s first environmental sensor combining pressure, humidity,
temperature and indoor air quality
The BME680 environmental sensor enables multiple new capabilities for
portable and mobile devices such as air quality measurement,
personalized weather stations, indoor navigation, fitness monitoring,
home automation and other applications for the Internet of Things (IoT).
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Bosch Sensortec bringt MEMS-Lösung mit integriertem Gassensor
auf den Markt
Mit dem BME680 erweitert Bosch Sensortec seine Produktfamilie von
Umweltsensoren und bringt den marktweit ersten Gassensor mit
Sensorik für Luftdruck, Feuchtigkeit und Umgebungstemperatur in einem
einzigen Gehäuse mit einer Grundfläche von 3,0 x 3,0 mm² auf den
Markt.
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Bosch Sensortec launches combo MEMS solution with integrated
gas sensor
Expanding Bosch Sensortec’s existing family of environmental sensors,
the BME680 integrates a gas sensor with best-in-class air pressure,
humidity and ambient air temperature sensing functions within a single
3.0 x 3.0 mm² footprint package.
„Foto: Bosch”
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