Reconfiguration of an FPGA-Based Time-Triggered FlexRay Network Controller Using EEDC

Abstract

Today, the demand of communication network, particularly in the automotive communication network, is experiencing a rapid evolution in terms of computing power and efficiency. The required standard should be faster and more reliable electronic vehicle systems. FlexRay is a time-triggered protocol that can cater these necessary specifications, especially for automotive applications such as advanced driver assistance systems. Also, any FPGA-based devices provide high performance to sustain the needs of higher functionality. This proposed controller uses a modified version of error detection code. Also, it is implemented in Xilinx Spartan 6 FPGA and can provide better functionality against existing controllers. Experimental results show a better performance in terms of data rate and reduction of resource utilization. Moreover, this implementation can represent an advancement in the FPGA-based system for vehicular applications.