THE FUTURE OF AUTOMOTIVE INNOVATION: EXPLORING THE IN-VEHICLE SOFTWARE ECOSYSTEM AND DIGITAL VEHICLE PLATFORMS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.15662/IJRAI.2022.0504003Keywords:
Software-defined vehicles (SDVs), Collaborative ecosystems, Digital Vehicle Platform (DVP), Cybersecurity, Edge-Cloud IntegrationAbstract
The automotive industry is undergoing dramatic transformation as a result of connectivity, software-defined vehicle technologies, and electrification. Software defined vehicles (SDVs) are transforming the in-vehicle software environment, facilitating continuous innovation through software-driven updates and new feature enhancements without the need for hardware modifications. Cloud connectivity is revolutionizing vehicles into dynamic, software-centric platforms that facilitate over the-air updates, real-time data exchange, and communication with cloud-based applications. Cooperative ecosystems, such as OEMs, software providers, and tech providers, support the migration from hardware-centric to software-centric cars, enabling effective development and open innovation. Digital Vehicle Platform (DVP) integrates cloud services, zone-based electrical topologies, and centralised computing into a scalable, adaptable software ecosystem. DVP enables advanced driver assistance systems, continuous over-the-air software upgrades, and personalised digital experiences. The research explores architecture, implementation process, and key technologies enabling DVP, including cybersecurity, interoperability, integration complexity of software, and regulatory compliance. Indicators of progress reveal improved quality, safety, and delivery performance of software, enabled by AI-powered verification and advanced testing frameworks. The DVP paves the way for software defined cars with enhanced autonomy, edge-cloud integration, and green electrification.
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