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TRW to Demonstrate High-Tech Vehicle Modules and Systems at SAE Congress

16 February 1998

TRW to Demonstrate High-Tech Vehicle Modules and Systems at SAE Congress

    DETROIT, Feb. 16 -- At the 1998 Society of Automotive
Engineers (SAE) International Congress & Exposition here next week, TRW will
showcase a broad range of integrated modules and systems that create value for
automakers by reducing cost, shortening vehicle development time and enhancing
quality.
    The new, double-deck TRW exhibit (booth #2101) will feature a presentation
of the company's advanced systems and modules -- for steering and suspension,
occupant restraints, security and convenience electronics, and engine valve
train applications -- that can be installed as single units.
    Demonstrations will show how TRW's systems integration expertise can
provide automakers with complete solutions that add value.  Highlights of the
live, hands-on presentation will include:

    * Vehicle intrusion sensing and two-way communicating remote keyless entry
-- advanced technologies that offer added security by detecting an intrusion
into a vehicle and notifying the owner through a key fob;

    * Complete occupant restraint systems -- such as that developed for the
Mercedes-Benz All-Activity Vehicle, featuring driver/passenger front air bags,
driver/passenger side air bags, pyrotechnic retractor pretensioners, seat
belts with energy management, crash sensors and diagnostics;

    * Electrically Assisted Steering (EAS) systems -- a full portfolio of
ready-to-install, environmentally friendly steering modules that improve fuel
economy, safety, performance and handling, as well as reduce assembly and
development time;

    * Universal Home Access System -- a unique two-way communicating, remote
keyless entry system that enables the owner to verify vehicle, home entry door
and garage door status from afar;

    * Complete suspension chassis modules -- including front-crossmember
modules for Rover, suspension corner strut modules for Volkswagen, and rear
axle/suspension modules for the new Porsche Boxster; and

    * Integrated valve train systems -- that maximize performance and minimize
system cost and development time.

    Also among the many advanced technologies to be covered in the lively
presentation are:

    * Adaptive restraints with occupant sensing;
    * The intelligent air bag disable switch;
    * TRW's Fingerprint identification security system; and
    * Integrated steering wheel systems.
    The presentation also will stress TRW's extensive experience in systems
engineering, program management and aerospace electronics -- and how these
skills are leveraged to help automakers around the world.
    With 122 automotive locations in 23 countries, TRW Inc. is one
of the largest independent OEM automotive suppliers in the world.  In 1997,
the company's automotive businesses recorded sales of $7 billion, nearly
65 percent of TRW's total $10.8 billion in sales.  Based in Cleveland, Ohio,
TRW also provides advanced technology products and services for the space and
defense, and information technology markets worldwide.
    For more information about TRW, visit its web site at http://www.trw.com.

SOURCE  TRW Inc.