18588366. DISTRIBUTION SERVER simplified abstract (TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA)
Contents
- 1 DISTRIBUTION SERVER
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 DISTRIBUTION SERVER - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Key Features and Innovation
- 1.6 Potential Applications
- 1.7 Problems Solved
- 1.8 Benefits
- 1.9 Commercial Applications
- 1.10 Prior Art
- 1.11 Frequently Updated Research
- 1.12 Questions about Software Update Distribution for Vehicles
- 1.13 Original Abstract Submitted
DISTRIBUTION SERVER
Organization Name
TOYOTA JIDOSHA KABUSHIKI KAISHA
Inventor(s)
Shuhei Takahashi of Kariya-city (JP)
Yuzo Harata of Kariya-city (JP)
DISTRIBUTION SERVER - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18588366 titled 'DISTRIBUTION SERVER
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a distribution server that sends encrypted software update data to vehicles through a wireless network.
- The distribution server has a processor that encrypts the update data with a common key before sending it to the vehicles.
- The processor also sends the common key to each vehicle using a session key encryption method.
Key Features and Innovation
- Distribution server for software updates in vehicles.
- Encryption of update data with a common key.
- Transmission of common key to vehicles using a session key encryption method.
Potential Applications
This technology can be used in the automotive industry for updating software in vehicles remotely.
Problems Solved
- Secure distribution of software updates to vehicles.
- Efficient encryption methods for transmitting keys.
Benefits
- Improved security for software updates.
- Streamlined process for updating software in vehicles.
Commercial Applications
Title: Secure Software Update Distribution for Vehicles This technology can be utilized by automotive manufacturers to ensure that vehicles have the latest software updates for optimal performance and security. It can also be used by fleet management companies to remotely update software in their vehicles.
Prior Art
Readers can explore prior art related to software update distribution systems in the automotive industry.
Frequently Updated Research
Stay updated on advancements in software update distribution systems for vehicles to enhance security and efficiency.
Questions about Software Update Distribution for Vehicles
How does the encryption process work for transmitting software update data to vehicles?
The encryption process involves encrypting the update data with a common key and then transmitting the key to each vehicle using a session key encryption method.
What are the potential security implications of using a common key for software update distribution?
Using a common key for encryption can enhance security by ensuring that only authorized vehicles can access the update data.
Original Abstract Submitted
A distribution server distributes update data of software for an in-vehicle device to vehicles via a wireless communication network. The distribution server includes a processor. The processor distributes the update data encrypted with a common key to the vehicles. The processor transmits the common key encrypted by a session key method to each of the vehicles.
