Auto Industry Updates: Keysight, Analog Devices, Volvo, Daimler, Netradyne, DENSO, Quadric, HARMAN, MIPI Alliance, Blyncsy, and Elektrobit in Focus
The automotive industry is gearing up for a significant transformation, with leading commercial vehicle manufacturers expected to introduce vehicles equipped with Cellular Vehicle-to-Everything (C-V2X) technology by 2026. This development, driven by the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) and major OEMs, marks a crucial step towards creating safer and more connected transportation ecosystems.
The anticipated commercial deployment of C-V2X technology will primarily focus on connected commercial vehicles such as trucks and fleet vehicles. These vehicles will leverage 5G NR V2X specifications to enable low-latency, direct vehicle communications, enhancing safety, efficiency, and autonomy. However, full-scale deployment is still emerging due to some technological and infrastructure challenges.
One of the key initiatives driving this transition is the joint venture between Volvo Group and Daimler Truck, aiming to develop a common software-defined vehicle platform and dedicated truck operating system. This collaboration is part of a broader movement to incorporate software-defined vehicles and autonomous capabilities, emphasizing over-the-air updates, AI integration, and cooperative safety systems.
In addition to these advancements, EB tresos AutoCore, an industry-leading implementation of AUTOSAR-compliant basic software, has now extended its support to the programming language Rust. This move provides seamless integration and developer-friendly language bindings for AUTOSAR application software components in both C and Rust, enabling developers to start working effectively immediately, including support for Rust's static code analysis tool, "Clippy."
Meanwhile, Elektrobit is offering first-class support for Rust as part of its product line, generating idiomatic code to make development easier and faster, resulting in applications that are safer and more secure.
Another exciting development comes from Netradyne, which has introduced a new Driver Drowsiness Detection System (DMS) Sensor. This AI-driven technology is designed to identify early signs of driver drowsiness more effectively, enhancing fleet management capabilities with data to improve coaching and scheduling. The DMS Sensor debuts as an add-on to Netradyne's D-450, available now in the U.S., and is optimized for low-light conditions, compatible with Netradyne's Driver•i® system.
Demonstrations involving 5GAA members have shown progress, including satellite-enabled 5G-V2X connectivity, supporting emergency messaging and hazard warnings. These advancements indicate readiness for commercial rollout in vehicles by 2026.
Notable demonstrations include Audi, with Commsignia and Autotalks, showcasing a use case for "cooperative parking" based on 5G-V2X Direct. Bosch, Ericsson, and Mercedes-Benz also demonstrated real-time safety alerts for vulnerable road users and emergency vehicles.
These developments underscore the industry's commitment to overcoming current 5G network and regulatory challenges to make C-V2X technology a reality in commercial vehicles by 2026. Interested and prospective customers can now request versions of EB tresos AutoCore using Rust. The new testing capabilities will be demonstrated at electronica 2024.
Keysight Technologies and Analog Devices (ADI) have partnered to develop a test solution for Gigabit Multimedia Serial Link (GMSL2) devices, essential for in-vehicle video, audio, and communication networks. This collaboration aims to enhance the Physical Medium Attachment (PMA) testing capabilities for GMSL2, further enabling the development and deployment of advanced in-vehicle technologies.
In summary, the automotive industry is on the brink of a significant shift, with commercial vehicle manufacturers working towards integrating C-V2X technology into their vehicles by 2026. This transition, driven by the 5GAA and major OEMs, promises to create safer and more connected transportation ecosystems, though full-scale deployment depends on overcoming current 5G network and regulatory challenges.
The automotive industry is embracing technology, with companies like Volvo Group and Daimler Truck collaborating to develop software-defined vehicle platforms and dedicated truck operating systems. This collaboration is part of an industry-wide movement to incorporate autonomous capabilities, including software-defined vehicles and driver assistance systems. EB tresos AutoCore, an industry-leading implementation of AUTOSAR-compliant basic software, has now extended its support to the programming language Rust, enabling developers to work effectively with seamless integration and developer-friendly language bindings. Meanwhile, Netradyne introduced a new Driver Drowsiness Detection System (DMS) Sensor, an AI-driven technology designed to identify early signs of driver drowsiness more effectively. These driver assistance systems, when integrated with C-V2X technology, will contribute to the creation of safer and more connected transportation ecosystems.
