Ozone generators are used in advanced water treatment processes and paper pulp bleaching due to their superior oxidizing power and ability to eliminate bacteria, odors, and colors. By developing a technology that places electrodes closer together in the generator's oxygen source and applying it to the air source as well, we have achieved a more compact, more efficient design. As a result, overall system power consumption has been reduced by 15%.

We produced an inverter equipped with all-SiC power modules for use in rolling stock for the first time in the world and launched it at the end of fiscal 2015. It enables energy savings of approximately 40% compared to conventional vehicles. This product is now being used by many customers in and out of Japan.

1. *2 Part of the development of this power module was commissioned by the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO).

In addition to introducing smaller-diameter piping and achieving a 20% reduction in heat exchanger size, we have readjusted the materials to reduce the weight by 6%, thereby producing a more compact, lighter air-conditioning system. Additionally, our aim is to reduce environmental impact by promoting the use of an alternate refrigerant with low GWP (Global Warming Potential) instead of greenhouse gases.

In times of large-scale disasters such as earthquakes and fires, Helicopter Satellite Communication System transmits real-time aerial images of the affected areas from a helicopter to the authorities in charge of disaster response. By providing accurate information on the affected areas, this system contributes to appropriate and prompt actions onsite, including emergency services.

Inspections for proper maintenance and management of civil engineering and road structures must be carried out swiftly outside business hours, and these have long been a significant burden for operators. The Mitsubishi Infrastructure Monitoring System (MMSD^®), which is equipped with a high-density 3D laser and a high-resolution line camera, can measure and analyze roads, railways and tunnels accurately to reduce the burden of social infrastructure inspection work.

1. *4 Mitsubishi MMS for Diagnosis

Network cameras are not only capable of image recording and monitoring, but also expanding their applications with image analysis technology, including crime prevention by detecting suspicious objects, creation of a comfortable space by detecting congestion levels and traffic flows, and prevention and mitigation of disasters. We manufacture products such as MELOOK3, which meets diverse requirements, and the ROBOTY Series that are ideal for the surveillance of broad areas such as public facilities, and thereby promote the development of safe and secure cities.

The optical access system 10G-EPON subscriber equipment uses a passive optical network (PON) that enables optical fibers to be shared among many users and realizes wide-band communications. It also achieves a 96% reduction in power consumption per traffic and 96% reduction in material usage compared to conventional equipment as a result of using parts that consume less power and reducing the number of parts in the equipment.