18353228. Vehicle Network Management Method and Apparatus, and OTA Software Update Method simplified abstract (HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY)
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Vehicle Network Management Method and Apparatus, and OTA Software Update Method
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Inventor(s)
Sung Ho Choi of Hwaseong-si (KR)
Vehicle Network Management Method and Apparatus, and OTA Software Update Method - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18353228 titled 'Vehicle Network Management Method and Apparatus, and OTA Software Update Method
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a method for managing a vehicle network by customizing the configuration of electronic control units (ECUs) based on default and user-defined settings.
- Based on default network clusters and functions, a new network cluster is created by adding an ECU according to user preferences.
- The information of the new network cluster is stored in a mapping database for future reference and management.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Customization of vehicle network clusters by adding ECUs based on user preferences.
- Storage of information in a mapping database for efficient management and reference.
Potential Applications: This technology can be applied in the automotive industry for managing and customizing vehicle networks to improve performance and functionality.
Problems Solved:
- Efficient management of vehicle networks by customizing ECU configurations.
- Enhanced user control over network clusters for optimized performance.
Benefits:
- Improved performance and functionality of vehicle networks.
- Enhanced user experience through customization options.
Commercial Applications: The technology can be utilized by automotive manufacturers, fleet management companies, and aftermarket service providers to enhance vehicle network management and customization.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include research on vehicle network management systems and ECU customization methods in the automotive industry.
Frequently Updated Research: Research on advancements in vehicle network management systems and ECU customization techniques may provide insights into the continuous development of this technology.
Questions about Vehicle Network Management: 1. How does the customization of ECUs in a vehicle network impact overall performance? 2. What are the potential challenges in implementing customized network clusters in vehicles?
Original Abstract Submitted
An embodiment method for managing at least one vehicle network including at least one electronic control unit (ECU) among a plurality of ECUs in a vehicle network management apparatus is provided, which may include, based on information of at least one default partial network cluster including at least one ECU among the plurality of ECUs according to at least one default partial network function provided by default in a mapping database, configuring a new partial network cluster by adding an ECU according to user customization to the at least one default partial network cluster, and storing information of the new partial network cluster in the mapping database.
