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Last updated February 23, 2026
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Multilayered functional glazing stack: Saint GobainRecent Research Landscape

Optical interference and thermal gain in vehicle glazing cause cabin overheating and glare, which are mitigated through the precision engineering of dielectric layer sequences. Controlling the refractive index and thickness of these thin-film stacks optimizes solar rejection while maintaining visible transparency.

What technical problems is Saint Gobain addressing in Multilayered functional glazing stack?

Thermal energy transfer loss

(335)evidences

Inadequate thermal and acoustic insulation in structural glazing leads to energy loss and environmental noise infiltration. Reducing these transmission modes improves building energy efficiency and occupant comfort.

Environmental degradation of conductive layers

(220)evidences

Exposure to moisture, mechanical stress, and thermal cycling causes delamination and oxidation of thin-film stacks. Protecting these functional layers ensures long-term optical clarity and heating performance in vehicle glazing.

Windshield projection ghosting artifacts

(203)evidences

Unwanted secondary reflections and optical artifacts in laminated glazing reduce visual clarity for vehicle occupants. Eliminating these distortions ensures high-fidelity image projection and safe visibility through functional glass stacks.

Excessive solar heat gain

(191)evidences

Uncontrolled infrared transmission through transparent building envelopes causes thermal instability and high cooling loads. Reducing solar heat gain while maintaining visible light transmission improves energy efficiency in glazed structures.