Innovation
Development within the automotive industry
A look into the automotive future
Ultra wideband technology (UWB)
Wireless communication technology is particularly suitable for the short and fast transmission of data. Relevant advantages of the technology lie above all in its broad application ecosystem, a high security standard and the forecast of a constant price reduction in the near future. At AED Vantage, we are exploring the use of UWB for various applications:
Car access
We are currently developing Passive Entry and Passive Start Systems (PEPS), Passive Keyless Entry (PKE) and Phone as Key Systems (PaK) (iPhone/Android). As a member of the Car Connectivity Consortium, we are committed to creating a standardised ecosystem for phone-as-a-key solutions.
Technologies
- Near Field Communication (NFC).
- Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE).
- Voice recognition.
- Phone as a Key (iPhone/Android).
Use Cases
Other access systems
In addition, we are researching further possibilities for communication with future UWB infrastructures and devices, such as:
- Drive-through services.
- Valet Parking.
- Apple AirDrop.
- And much more.
Localization
UWB Radar
Thanks to short time-domain transients, UWB enables precise radar measurements and can thus be used, for example, in passenger detection systems.
- Low power consumption
- Good penetration skills (body, walls, clothing, plastic, etc.)
Silicon on insulator technology (SOI)
AED Vantage is currently researching RF-SOI technology and FD-SOI technology in this area.
Research projects
- Beyond 5: mmWave radar uses high-frequency electromagnetic waves to image the environment. Research for use in parking assistance systems, gesture recognition or child protection recognition. More info
- OCEAN12: Research on low power sensors for automotive and aerospace application. More info
Communication / Network
Digitalization and new modern driving functions such as autonomous driving are raising the bar for communication standards within the automotive industry, but at the same time opening up new possibilities. Interfaces for cameras, sensors, displays and other components play an important role in new automotive capabilities. An example of this would be object recognition for autonomous driving. Videos from a front camera must be transmitted in real time and send an emergency signal in the event of an emergency signal, because any interruption represents an alarming security gap. When transmitting this data, SerDes technology as well as High Speed Ethernet / automotive ethernet is widely used.
Currently, we are involved in the field of communication / network in the research of various technologies and projects.
Autonomous Systems
Autonomous driving is a prime example of how difficult it can be to bring autonomous systems to the road. We are working on application-specific solutions and concepts to drive the market launch of reliable autonomous systems.
Technologies
- Machine Learning
- Open CV
- Robot Operating System (ROS)
- GMSL3
Projects
AuRoRoll: Autonomous Robotik Rollstuhl. More info
CMS CAM
The scope of the project is the development of a Cabin Monitoring System (CMS). This CMS should be able not only to monitor driver´s attention and vital signs, but also to detect presence and vital signs of other occupants in the vehicle.
ASA Motion Link
We are witnessing an increase in the number of cameras integrated into a vehicle and in their resolution determining the need for fast, reliable, light, and cost-effective communication interfaces. In a Proof of Concept, we show the capabilities of 10GBASE-T1 and ASA-ML technologies, in terms of data rates and back-channel availability over simple Shielded Twisted Pairs and Coax cable connections. Both of the technologies rely on standards (IEEE 802.3ch and ASA-ML), which different chip vendors implement. This system demonstrates the interoperability among different chip vendors.
*in cooperation with: BMW Group, Aviva, Marvell, Broadcom, VSI and Microchip
Educational programs at universities
Further education and the promotion of new talents are important to us, which is why we are involved in various student institutions and are practical partners at various colleges and universities. In doing so, we promote the transfer of knowledge in the field of the development of electronic systems and look forward to enriching the education of students more intensively with practical experience in the form of internships, lectures or joint projects.
- Practice partner of the Polytechnic University of Cartagena (UPCT)
- Establishment of an appropriate course at the UPCT
- Practice partner of the University of Murcia
- Sponsoring of the TUfast Racingteam of the TU Munich
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