title: Applied optics in the automotive industry.
abstract: A general discussion of the interrelated subjects of vision, illumination, marking systems, signaling devices, materials, and components as found in the automotive industry is included in this article. Optics as applied in supporting industries, such as the lighting, metal, glass, paint, plastics, and fabrics industries are also discussed. A few examples of optics in these industries as applied to product development and productioncontrol are presented and illustrated.
authors.forename: B W
authors.initials: BW
authors.lastname: Preston