Overview
Renesas' Vehicle Control Unit reference design enables seamless adoption of Software-Oriented Architecture (SOA) and Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) frameworks. With standard and Gb Ethernet interfaces, we support OEMs in implementing zonal architectures efficiently. For entry-level and commercial vehicles, this design functions as a central compute or gateway, leveraging its multi-core architecture and performance headroom. Compliant with functional safety (FuSA) standards from ASIL-B to ASIL-D, it empowers reliable system integration while addressing the growing complexity of modern vehicle networks.
Features
- Wireless communication board (AS049-1-REIN-WCB-V1) enhances this reference design with connected vehicle technologies, including seamless integration of 4G, GPS, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth Low Energy for robust connectivity.
- "No Wait" Over-the-Air (OTA) updates, supported by the U2A architecture, enable rapid and uninterrupted software updates.
- Onboard Embedded Multi-Media Card (eMMC) delivers high-capacity storage, supporting a wide range of use cases.
Applications
Vehicle Control Systems
Products in the Design
| AT25QF128A | 128Mbit, 3V SPI Serial Flash Memory with Dual I/O and Quad I/O Support |
| ISL78206 | 40V 2.5A Buck Controller with Integrated High-Side MOSFET |
| ISL78208 | Wide VIN Dual Standard Buck Regulator with 3A/3A Continuous Output Current |
Getting Started
Test this Board Remotely with Lab on the Cloud
Add-on Hardware
Wireless Communication Unit Reference Design
Videos & Training
This video provides a demo of the Telematics Gateway Solution. This solution demonstrates typical software applications on the gateway ECU, which also acts as a dedicated web server. The showcase includes vehicle real-time data monitoring, FOTA updates, camera playback, and diagnostics.
News & Blog Posts
Blog Post Mar 22, 2025 |
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