{"id":5115,"date":"2026-05-22T14:37:07","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T14:37:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teslhub.com\/?p=5115"},"modified":"2026-05-22T14:49:22","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T14:49:22","slug":"tetto-in-vetro-tesla-brevetto-con-hvac-attivo-nido-ape","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teslhub.com\/en\/tetto-in-vetro-tesla-brevetto-con-hvac-attivo-nido-ape\/","title":{"rendered":"Tesla explores a perforated glass roof for airflow and noise control"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tesla\u2019s panoramic glass roofs are a distinctive part of its cabin design. A US patent discussed in this report explored an unusual next step: <strong>perforated insulated roof glass that could help distribute climate-controlled air and reduce noise<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Titled <em>\u201cAutomotive Perforated Insulated Glass Structure\u201d<\/em>, the patent described a potential roof structure <strong>combining glazing, air distribution and acoustic treatment<\/strong>. It was a proposed design, rather than an announced production feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A more functional glass roof<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The concept involved a more complex structure than a conventional panoramic panel, made up of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a <strong>conventional outer glass layer<\/strong>;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>an <strong>inner perforated layer<\/strong> with thousands of small holes;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>an <strong>air chamber between the two panels<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/teslhub.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"tetto in vetro panoramico tesla\" class=\"wp-image-5117\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The gap between the panels would measure between <strong>0.5 and 6 millimetres<\/strong>, with holes in the inner layer ranging from <strong>0.05 to 2 millimetres<\/strong> in diameter. That space would be central to how the system worked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Climate control integrated into the roof<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>HVAC integration<\/strong> was one of the most interesting elements. The patent described <strong>warm or cool air entering the chamber between the two glass layers, then reaching the cabin through the small perforations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In effect, <strong>the roof would become a broad air-distribution surface<\/strong>. The proposed benefits included:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>more even cooling<\/strong> throughout the cabin;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>less noise<\/strong> than conventional vents;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>potentially better <strong>energy efficiency<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Using small perforations to manage noise<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The concept was not limited to ventilation. <strong>The perforated structure was also intended to provide acoustic treatment<\/strong>. Wind and tyre noise are particularly noticeable in an EV without a combustion engine masking them, making cabin noise an important area for improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The honeycomb structure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The design also described <strong>hexagonal internal cells, similar to a honeycomb<\/strong>. These would help stiffen the glazing, distribute airflow and absorb or damp sound waves. The intended result was <strong>a roof combining structural strength, quieter operation and improved thermal performance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Will it reach future Tesla vehicles?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As with many patents, <strong>there was no guarantee that the design would reach production soon\u2014or at all<\/strong>. It nevertheless showed an avenue Tesla was exploring for cleaner-looking, quieter and more efficient cabins. After reducing visible switches and air vents, another possibility was <strong>giving the panoramic roof a more active role in cabin comfort<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thermal and acoustic comfort are important in modern EVs. If the concept proved practical, its contribution could be more significant than the small perforations might initially suggest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"viewer-5d2qs1529\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udcb6 REFERRAL PROGRAMME <strong>\ud83d\ude98<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"viewer-ipsth1016\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The referral benefit described at publication<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Click the following link to apply the referral<\/strong> and order the car through the normal purchase process (or copy and paste it into Google):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.Teslhub.com\/Vantaggio\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em><strong><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">https:\/\/www.Teslhub.com\/Vantaggio<\/mark><\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc4f That\u2019s it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The referral link is also available in our bio under \u201cBuy a Tesla\u201d and in our website menu under the same heading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf10 STAY UP TO DATE \ud83d\udce2<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"viewer-rt1g63713\">If you do not want to miss any news, these are great places to stay up to date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"viewer-tkweb5791\">Join <a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/TeslHubChat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u><strong><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Teslhub Members<\/mark><\/strong><\/u><\/a>: a Telegram community where you can talk, ask questions and share Tesla experiences with us and other members. You can also find us on <a href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VaJSGcjE50UruhIaxc1S\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><u><strong><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-green-cyan-color\">WhatsApp<\/mark><\/strong><\/u><\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"viewer-e4l051952\">Enjoy reading, and see you in the next article or on any of our <u><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/linktr.ee\/Teslhub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">social channels<\/mark><\/a><\/strong><\/u>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"viewer-fn5gj33279\">Until next time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"viewer-fi8kz453\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Giorgio Rebecchi<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"viewer-qi7l4119892\"><em>Editor<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Tesla patent describes perforated insulated roof glass, a small air chamber and honeycomb cells for potential climate-control and acoustic benefits. 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