Microsystems applications (MST) in automobiles have become commonplace: they enable the introduction of a series of new functions and at the same time the replacement of existing technologies offering improved performance and better value for money. Microsystems are indispensable for fulfilling a complete transition from the mechanically driven automobile system to a mechanically based but ICT-driven system as part of a likewise complex environment. With the introduction of micro-systems a series of challenges arise regarding complexity, systems design, reliability, serviceability, etc. These challenges have to be addressed in order to meet high customer expectations concerning performance and price.

Bridging the Gap Between Technology Development and Market Implementation for Vehicle Safety Systems.- Safety.- Monolithic Accelerometer for 3D Measurements.- Highly Integrated Tire Pressure Monitoring Solutions.- Low-Cost, Single-Chip Amplified Pressure Sensor in a Moulded Package for Tire Pressure Measurement and Motor Management.- Rollover Detection Systems.- Low-Cost Infrared Imaging Sensors for Automotive Applications.- Application of Micro Scanning Laser Doppler Vibrometer for Vibrational Velocity and Resonance Frequency Measurement on Micro Electro Mechanical Devices (MEMS).- Mobile Vision - Developing and Testing of Visual Sensors for Driver Assistance Systems.- Silicon Capacitive Absolute Pressure Sensor Elements for Battery-less and Low Power Tire Pressure Monitoring.- Automotive Applications for the ALASCA Laser Scanner.- Sensor Fusion for Multiple Automotive Active Safety and Comfort Applications.- Dealing with Uncertainty in Automotive Collision Avoidance.- Paroto Project: Infrared and Radar Data Fusion for Obstacle Avoidance.- From Passive to Active Safety Systems.- A Low-g 3 Axis Accelerometer for Emerging Automotive Applications.- Powertrain.- Autonomous Sensor Systems for Car Applications.- European on Board Diagnostic Catalyst Efficiency Measured on Board and on Test Bench.- Comfort and HMI.- Multifunctional Sensor to Detect Environmental Parameters.- Windshield Fogging Prevention by Means of Mean Radiant Temperature Sensor.- Networked Vehicle.- Sensor Integration in the Mechatronic Environment.- Networking In-Vehicle Entertainment Devices with HAVi.- Digital Audio Broadcasting - Solutions for the Automotive Environment.- Automatic Functional System Test of Complex Automotive Devices.- Telematics Digital Convergence - How to Cope with EmergingStandards and Protocols.