Prototype – Modulesettings Control Unit
This control unit was developed to handle most functions associated with adding new devices to an already existing car environment. The unit acts as a bridge between existing car networks (CAN/LIN) and new devices. The unit can control new devices via custom firmware and handle any functions the new devices offer. It also includes a display that shows various system statuses like temperatures, on/off devices status, etc. Temperatures are managed via an built in fan and temperature sensor. Communication with the unit is accomplished via BLE and a custom designed Android app.
Project Specs
- 180MHz ARM Cortex processor based
- Dual networked microcontrollers
- Internal temperature sensor
- Remote/external temperature sensor to check temperature of other devices
- Quad motor drivers to handle fans or external motors
- Dual external fan control outputs
- Customizable BLE interface (Bluetooth Low Energy)
- Dual CAN bus interface
- LIN bus interface
- Voltage/load sensor
- Control on/off/reboot status of up to 7 external devices
- Control toggle status of any connected devices (on/off by default when the car powers up)
- Triple built in voltage converters
- Dual USB ports for independent microcontroller firmware updates
