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AFS - Adaptive Front Lighting Systems

15.1.1. Fixed Bending Light One of the most important features of a headlamp with adaptive light distribution is the improved side illumination for driving situations in towns, at intersections and in small radius curves. Fixed or static Bending Light consists of an additional complex reflective surface or elliptical module in the headlamp that is operated when turning. The function is activated according to the steering wheel angle.

AFS is initially the name of the European Eureka project that was started in 1993. Its main target was to improve regulations as the front lighting systems evolve. Since 2003, legislation has evolved to include Adaptive Front light Systems (AFS), and is starting to include additional features to improve visibility and safety. The aim of AFS is to adapt light distribution on to the road to give optimum lighting performance in a range of driving situations. The lighting systems have evolved from traditional light sources in headlamps to more complex designs using lighting modules that create several illumination profiles. 15.1. Bending lights

35° to 40°

The very first generation of AFS focussed on bending lights.

l Fixed Bending Light (FBL) and cornering light.

The first FBL in the world was equipped by Valeo on the Porsche Cayenne with an additional elliptical module inside the headlamp.

l Dynamic Bending Light (DBL).

Headlamp for Porsche - Cayenne with FBL technology

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