Wednesday, June 6, 2018

Automobile LINbus - probably >12 devices in your car!

As more electronic subsystems populated automobiles serial data networks have been used to minimize wiring and optimize performance. Modern vehicles contain multiple networks: Controller Area Network (CAN), Media Oriented Systems Transport (MOST), FlexRay, and even Ethernet. But the most widely used interface is the Local Interconnect Network (LIN), which connects a variety of sensors and actuators. LIN is a simple, flexible, tolerant, and low cost 1-wire bus.

Most newer vehicles contain at least a dozen LIN nodes. They’re used in applications where data speed isn’t high and many operations are of the off-on type. Common applications include:
  • Power door locks
  • Power windows
  • Power seats
  • Power mirrors
  • Windshield wipers
  • Seat heaters
  • Heating and air-conditioning controls
  • Interior lights
  • Climate controls
  • Steering-wheel controls
  • Sun roof
  • Trunk
More here:   The LIN Interface and Automotive Interconnects—A Perfect Match
See Saelig's LIN tools here: http://www.saelig.com/category/MFR00045.htm



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