Over the past few years, automobile electronics haveexpanded in terms of quantity, capability, and complexity. The Tesla car is
undoubtedly the technology's flagship. But even for those of us who can't buy a
Tesla, this technology is being used in more and more mid-range and even
entry-level new cars. This article will cover how this technology has been
included into the Tesla as well as the design environment it represents and how
it has been used.
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Even if there is growing talk about the broad adoption ofself-driving cars in the upcoming years, there is already a high level of
capability in today's automotive technology. It goes without saying that there
are obstacles with this technology in terms of what is required for product
development. The following are particular attributes of car electronics:
Signal integrity requirements for automotive electronicsare the same as for any other sophisticated, high-performing electronic goods.
What makes the automobile environment special:
The electronics must function for 20 years in atemperature range of -60° to +135°.
The electronics must withstand years of vibration andshock.
Cost is usually the driving factor.
Nearly as critical as cost, reliability may soon overtakeit as the most crucial element.
Modern autos require networks with a reasonable amount ofbandwidth.
From stereo to 70GHzradar (bumper radars) and everything in between, car electronics must function acrossa wide spectrum of frequencies, including GPS, Bluetooth, and wireless Ethernet.
As an illustration, Tesla constantly communicates
