According to GlobalData’s Technology Foresights, which plots the S-curve for the automotive industry using innovation intensity models built on over one million patents, there are 300+ innovation areas that will shape the future of the industry.
Within the emerging innovation stage, multi-spark ignition, integrated multi-motor drivetrains and vehicle auxiliary drives are disruptive technologies that are in the early stages of application and should be tracked closely. Solar range extenders, turbocharger shaft bearings, and multi-lamellar clutches are some of the accelerating innovation areas, where adoption has been steadily increasing. Among maturing innovation areas are auto-transmission lubrication circuits and electroluminscent vehicle displays, which are now well established in the industry.
Leaf spring assembly is a key innovation area in automotive
Leaf spring assembly refers to a type of suspension system commonly used in heavy-duty trucks and other vehicles, where the suspension is supported by long, flat springs that are attached to the axles and the frame.
GlobalData’s analysis also uncovers the companies at the forefront of each innovation area and assesses the potential reach and impact of their patenting activity across different applications and geographies. According to GlobalData, there are 105+ companies, spanning technology vendors, established automotive companies, and up-and-coming start-ups engaged in the development and application of leaf spring assembly.
Key players in leaf spring assembly – a disruptive innovation in the automotive industry
Post time: Feb-14-2025
