Tomorrows E/E architectures require new semiconductors
Summary
But, you can’t wait until then, Mr. El-Dwaik answers some questions in advance around the transformation of automotive E/E architecture, particularly towards the development of Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs). The path to the Software Defined Vehicle (SDV) has been paved, with numerous series production launches such as BMWs “New Class” leading the way. The transformation of systems and processes that have proven themselves over decades to new concepts requires not only new technologies, but also new ways of working and new divisions of labour. This is because the trend towards extensive platform integration requires ever more computing power and ever larger chips – while at the same time increasing demands are being placed on thermal management, for example. For these reasons, we need joint, industry-wide activities to set fundamental, non-differentiating standards for the architectures of tomorrow.