Endego’s advanced Software solutions for front car lighting.

Challenge: Comprehensive software design and implementation 

Our customer required expert support in designing the software for front car lights. The project involved implementing and verifying software on a new headlamp hardware (PCB board). The tasks included checking power and temperature conditions, implementing software protections, and ensuring reliable communication between the light module and the car’s ECU. 

Solution: Endego’s multifaceted approach 

Endego provided a specialized team responsible for hardware and software design, communication, and electronics. Our primary objective was to develop software for a new LED car light, with each LED in the matrix controlled separately via the CAN FD bus. The software implemented algorithms to control internal protections, preventing device overheating, and tuning/configuring LED current sources and power converters on the hardware PCB board. 

Key elements of our solution included: 

• Hardware and Software design: Conducting thorough design to ensure all components worked harmoniously and met the required specifications. 
• CAN and LIN protocols integration: Implementing reliable communication between the light module and the car ECU via CAN FD. 
• Algorithm development: Developing sophisticated algorithms for internal protection, temperature regulation, and power management. 
• Current source and power converter configuration: Fine-tuning the current sources and power converters to ensure optimal LED performance and longevity. 

Technologies: Advanced tools and methodologies 

Our solution leveraged a range of advanced technologies and methodologies: 

• ASPICE: Ensuring software development followed the highest standards in automotive software processes. 
• Embedded C: Utilizing Embedded C for efficient and reliable software implementation. 
• CAN FD, LIN, Ethernet: Employing the CAN FD, LIN, Ethernet protocols for high-speed and robust communication. 
• SPI and UART: Integrating SPI and UART protocols for seamless data exchange between components. 
• OTA / FOTA update: Software updates processed automatically online, with no effort required from end customer. 
• ISO26262: Product and product development process compliant with Functional Safety standard
• Software-defined product: Using analog-to-digital converters for precise monitoring and control
• Energy Efficiency: Implementing boost converters to manage power efficiently. 
• Programmable Current Sources: Utilizing programmable current sources for precise control over LED brightness and power consumption. 
• AUTOSAR and Embedded Linux integration

Trends in Automotive lighting Software 

The automotive lighting software landscape is evolving rapidly, influenced by several key trends: 

• Matrix LED control: Increasing demand for matrix LED systems that allow individual LED control for enhanced lighting performance and design flexibility. 
• Advanced communication protocols: Adoption of advanced communication protocols like CAN FD for faster and more reliable data transfer. 
• Thermal management: Focus on developing software algorithms for efficient thermal management to prevent overheating and ensure component longevity. 
• Energy efficiency: Emphasis on software solutions that optimize power consumption and enhance energy efficiency. 
• Safety and compliance: Ensuring software solutions meet stringent safety standards and regulatory requirements. 

Endego’s competencies 

Endego’s competencies in lighting and optics, combined with our expertise in software development, position us as leaders in the automotive lighting industry. Our capabilities include: 

• Software development: Developing robust and efficient software solutions for complex automotive lighting systems. 
• Hardware-Software integration: Ensuring seamless integration between hardware and software components. 
• Simulation and validation: Using advanced simulation tools to validate our designs and ensure they meet all performance and safety standards. 
• Prototyping and testing: Rapid prototyping capabilities and comprehensive testing facilities to bring concepts to life. 
• Regulatory compliance: Ensuring all designs comply with relevant automotive standards and regulations. 

For more detailed insights into our competencies, visit our Lighting & Optics page. 

Endego’s recent project showcases our ability to deliver innovative software solutions for front-car lighting systems. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and our extensive expertise, we successfully developed and implemented software that meets the highest standards of performance and reliability. 

For inquiries or more information about our services, feel free to contact us.