Controllers, processors and operating systems in the car

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This discussion focuses on the role of controllers and processors in automotive systems, specifically highlighting the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) and its functions. The conversation emphasizes the complexity of automotive electronics and the various operating systems utilized within vehicles. Additionally, it mentions the Controller Area Network (CANBUS) as a critical communication protocol for these systems, providing a wealth of information for enthusiasts and professionals alike.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of automotive electronics and control systems
  • Familiarity with the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
  • Knowledge of Controller Area Network (CANBUS) communication
  • Basic concepts of operating systems used in automotive applications
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  • Research the architecture and functionality of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
  • Explore the specifications and applications of Controller Area Network (CANBUS)
  • Study various operating systems used in modern vehicles, such as QNX and Linux
  • Investigate algorithms for robust control in automotive systems
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Automotive engineers, embedded systems developers, and anyone interested in the integration of controllers and processors in modern vehicles.

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I search after information in these things:
I think there are a lot of controllers and processors in the car but in which devices in the car they are and what them doing in these devices?
What are the operating systems in the cars?

What is algorithm for robust control?​
 
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That's a whole specialized field.

Search on CANBUS yields a forest of information.
And hobby sites where experimenters are tinkering with their cars.
 
You are asking about the PCM (Powertrain Control Module). There is a good overview of what it is, what it does, and its modes of operation at this page PCM.
 

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