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[Video] How Different ECU Reprogramming Use-Cases Influence Design of Your Humble Flash Bootloader

One Flash Bootloader solution does not fit the bill for every ECU application. Our latest Video explores the need for different types of flash bootloaders and the variants designed to cater different business use-cases. Watch it now!

May 14 2019

What are Different types of Flash Bootloaders that facilitate Automotive ECU (Electronic Control Unit) Reprogramming

Automotive Applications may have unique requirements for ECU reprogramming function. While some need secure firmware updates, other might require a secondary Bootloader or an external flash driver. This blog talks about different types of Flash Bootloaders, that can help you to support unique project requirements.

May 08 2019

Understanding What is a Flash Bootloader and the Nuances of an Automotive ECU Re-programming

With hundreds of control units in a vehicle it is not prudent to re-program each one of them, by physically taking them out. And that too when the software updates have become so frequent. That’s why, self re-programming capabilities in Automotive Control Units (ECU), powered by Flash Bootloader are extremely critical. Read the blog to know more

Mar 25 2019

Classical CAN v/s CAN FD: Decoding Their Data Transfer Capabilities and Compatibility with the Bootloader Software

The need for speed in automotive ECU communication and ECU reprogramming led to the introduction of CAN FD bus standard in 2014. Is CAN FD worth the hype? How is it adding value? What about CAN FD and Classical CAN compatibility? Get answers to all these and more in the blog!

Jul 23 2018

What is heads-up display (HUD) for Cars? Learn about the embedded software, device drivers and stacks

Automotive head-up display market is expected to reach $2.09 bn by 2022. With our proprietary Car HUD hardware and software design, you can launch Car HUD product in just 6 months. Find out what is head-up display and what is the HUD software architecture, software stacks and drivers.

May 17 2016

How Xen Hypervisor Enhances Security and Reliability of Infotainment Systems

Automotive infotainment systems are becoming increasingly sophisticated, with a wide range of software components running simultaneously. This complexity can make these systems vulnerable to security breaches and software crashes, which can impact their reliability and safety. In this article, we explore the need for virtualization technology, specifically the Xen hypervisor, in enhancing the security and

Jul 21 2023

How is Vehicle Diagnostic Test Automation Performed using CANoe Diva Tool

UDS (ISO 14229) stands for Unified Diagnostic Service, a name that signifies the unification of different diagnostics standards, viz. KWP 2000, ISO 15765 and a few others. Naturally, UDS specifies a whole list of diagnostic services, PIDs and DTCs required for vehicle diagnostics. These sub-components of the UDS protocol are configured based on the system

Feb 11 2021

[Vlog] Want to Understand CAN Interface and CAN NM Layers? The Layered Architecture of CAN BUS Protocol Stack has All the Answers

CAN BUS Protocol unlocked faster operations of the in-vehicle network inside an automobile. Hence a CAN BUS Protocol Stack has become an enabler of some of the path-breaking products like Android Infotainment, Vehicle Telematics, ABS & more. Let’s learn about the software architecture that makes CAN BUS Software so efficient.

Jul 22 2019

DRIFT your Android OS Porting Projects!

In order to ensure that your Android Porting initiatives are completed successfully, there are certain best practices that need to be followed by your embedded product development team. Learn about them in this vlog. We talk about Bootloader design, Memory footprint, Hardware platform selection & many more.

Jun 13 2019

What is CAN Protocol Stack? And Why it is a Critical Software Solution for ECU Communication?

The impact of Electronic Systems on automotive industry has paved way for some path-breaking innovations like Infotainment, ADAS, Head-up Display, Vehicle Telematics and more. But do you know what is the lifeline of inter-ECU (control units) communication within the In-Vehicle Network? This blog has some answers.

Mar 18 2019

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