Electronic Instrumentation — An Australian Perspective

The automotive industry in Australia currently produces 400 000 vehicles per annum.

Today with the advent of the “World Car Concept” the instrument manufacturer as a component supplier must be prepared to produce in Australia the equivalent of overseas designs originating in America, Europe and Japan.

This paper surveys the recent move towards electronic instrumentation, evaluates the three major types of displays available - LED, VF and LCD and looks at the problems to be overcome when considering the tough environmental conditions, the lack of an electronic component industry and the requirements demanded by the International Automotive Manufacturers.