【2024 IFAL訪談錄】Dr. Wolfgang HUHN —— 國際汽車照明與光信號專家聯盟GTB主席

Thank you very much for your wonderful presentation, Dr. Wolfgang HUHN. During your career spanning both Europe and China, what unique business challenges have you encountered? And how do these challenges differ or resemble across markets?

非常感謝您精彩的演講，Wolfgang HUHN博士。在您的橫跨歐洲與中國的職業生涯中，您遇到過哪些獨特的商業挑戰？這些挑戰在不同市場中又有何異同？

Thank you for your question. With over four decades in the lighting industry, from my teaching days at the Darmstadt University of Technology to my current role here at IFAL, I've observed that a critical challenge for young professionals is to become experts in their field and communicate their ideas clearly and effectively. It may sound easy, but it's often quite challenging. In Europe, we focus on technological innovation and stringent regulations, while in China, the rapid changes in market demands and technological advancements pose unique adaptability and innovation challenges.

謝謝你的提問。我在照明行業工作已超過四十年，從我在達姆施塔特工業大學的教學時期到我現在于IFAL的職位，我觀察到年輕專業人員面臨的一個關鍵挑戰是成為他們領域的專家，并能夠清晰有效地傳達他們的想法。這聽起來可能很簡單，但實際上往往頗具挑戰性。在歐洲，我們注重技術創新和嚴格的法規，而在中國，市場需求的快速變化和技術進步則帶來了獨特的適應性和創新挑戰。

Thank you for sharing your insights, Dr. HUHN. As the chairman of the working group on the strategy for the development of ECE regulations for lighting and signaling, how do you perceive the current trends in ECE regulations? And how do these trends influence the design and development of automotive lighting and signaling systems?

感謝您分享您的見解，HUHN博士。作為照明和信號設備ECE法規發展戰略工作組的主席，您如何看待當前ECE法規的趨勢？這些趨勢又如何影響汽車照明和信號系統的設計與發展？

The evolution of ECE regulations was indeed a part of my presentation. We are actively seeking improvements to reduce redundancy and complexity in lighting technologies while enhancing safety and efficiency. Currently, ECE regulations are trending towards greater intelligence and environmental friendliness, placing higher demands on the design of automotive lighting and signaling systems. We must innovate while adhering to regulatory requirements to meet consumers' growing demands for safety and comfort.

ECE法規的演變確實是我演講的一部分。我們正在積極尋求改進，以減少照明技術的冗余和復雜性，同時提高安全性和效率。目前，ECE法規正朝著更高的智能化和環保性發展，對汽車照明和信號系統的設計提出了更高要求。我們必須在遵守法規要求的同時進行創新，以滿足消費者對安全性和舒適性的日益增長的需求。

Dr. HUHN, as you're attending IFAL this year, what aspect of the event has caught your attention the most?

HUHN博士，您今年參加IFAL，哪個方面的活動最吸引您的注意？

Regarding the presentations and discussions I've attended so far, I'm particularly interested in ADB (Adaptive Driving Beam) technology, camera technology, and the integration of AI in vehicles. These technologies represent the future direction of automotive lighting and signaling systems and will profoundly transform our travel experiences.

就我目前參加的演講和討論而言，我特別感興趣的是自適應遠光燈（ADB）技術、攝像頭技術以及車輛中人工智能的集成。這些技術代表了汽車照明和信號系統的未來方向，并將深刻改變我們的出行體驗。

Thank you for your professional and enthusiastic responses, Dr. HUHN. This year marks the 12th anniversary of IFAL. Do you have any suggestions or messages for IFAL?

感謝您專業且熱情的回答，HUHN博士。今年是IFAL成立12周年，您對IFAL有何建議或寄語？

Absolutely, it's my honor to offer my blessings on this significant occasion. IFAL, as a prestigious event in the lighting and signaling industry, has always led the way in industry development. I hope IFAL continues to uphold its spirit of openness and innovation, providing a platform for professionals to exchange ideas and collaborate. Furthermore, I encourage IFAL to keep abreast of emerging technologies and contribute more to advancing automotive lighting and signaling systems. 

當然，在這個重要的時刻，我很榮幸能送上我的祝福。IFAL作為照明和信號行業中的知名活動，一直引領著行業的發展。我希望IFAL能夠繼續秉持開放和創新的精神，為專業人士提供一個交流思想和合作的平臺。此外，我鼓勵IFAL緊跟新興技術，為推進汽車照明和信號系統做出更多貢獻。

Thank you for your support. Look forward to seeing you again next year! 

感謝您的支持。期待明年再次見到您！

Wolfgang HUHN博士