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FPGA technology enables efficient access to raw sensor data, essential for development and verification in the automotive industry. High-bandwidth data from LiDAR, radar, and cameras presents challenges, as many automotive protocols are not designed for easy interception or duplication. This makes real-time debugging and validation complex.

By utilizing FPGA-based man-in-the-middle solutions, engineers can implement high-performance data logging and reinjection systems, capturing and replaying sensor data seamlessly. These solutions are crucial for optimizing perception algorithms, validating ADAS functions, and refining autonomous driving technologies.

With 30 years of FPGA expertise, PLC2 is a trusted partner for automotive innovation, delivering tailored solutions that enhance development workflows, ensure reliability, and accelerate time-to-market.

Challenges in Automotive
Data Acquisition

PLC2's solution for the challenges in the automotive industry

Time stamping

Accurate time stamping of raw sensor data is crucial for proper correlation and analysis. Any deviation can lead to misinterpretation of sensor fusion results, impacting system performance, and safety.

Time synchronization

Ensuring precise synchronization across multiple data sources is essential for ADAS and autonomous driving applications. Desynchronization between sensors can cause inconsistencies in perception algorithms.

Data integrity

Maintaining the accuracy and consistency of captured and replayed data is vital for reliable testing and validation. Any loss, corruption, or modification of raw sensor data can compromise the effectiveness of development efforts.

What challenges are you facing?

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design@plc2.de
+49 7642 92118 0


Our Expertise in Data Processing

Protocol Expertise

Extensive experience with automotive communication protocols, ensuring reliable data extraction and processing.

High Data Rate & Low Latency

Optimized FPGA solutions for handling vast amounts of sensor data in real time.

Real-Time Replay

Proven expertise in capturing, processing, and accurately replaying sensor data for system validation.

PCB & Circuit Design

In-house development of high-performance PCBs tailored for automotive data acquisition and processing.

Data Capture & Indexing

Efficient storage and retrieval solutions for large-scale raw sensor data, ensuring seamless access and organization.

Edge-Level Data Reduction

Smart data filtering and preprocessing at the edge to reduce transmission and storage requirements.

Reusable IP Cores

Pre-tested, verified HDL modules that accelerate development and enhance reliability and code quality.

Seamless System Integration

Designing interfaces for effortless incorporation into existing automotive architectures.

Our Fields of Operation

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Data capture and replay

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Data pre-processing

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Sensor fusion

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AI inference

We Operate in the Following Markets

 

We have been able to demonstrate our special development skills to our customers since the company was founded in 1995 with many innovative developments.

 

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FAQ

01. What markets are served?

Mainly industry, automotive, defense, robotics, and medical.

02. How can I initiate a Development Service project?

Typically we start with a telecon to capture expectations and timeline, then an NDA is agreed and more detailed technical content and requirements are shared. We perform common requirements capture phase or directly quote the project on an hourly basis or fixed price basis.

03. What is the typical range of Development Service projects?

Several weeks to more than a year.

04. What is the typical lead time?

Preferably contact is established 3-6 months ahead of the project. In urgent cases, we can react within 2-4 weeks.

05. What can I expect as expertise?

Requirements capture; design and validation of IP blocks, integration of 3rd-Party IP blocks; porting to newer FPGA-technologies; Zynq7000 and MPSoC based systems; systems architecture; bare metal, RTOS and Embedded Linux software; high-speed interfaces (PCIe, Multi 10G Ethernet, USB, DDR-RAM, …); timing constraints; assessment, correction, and justifications related to synthesis, timing, CDC, implementation, power reports; drivers and host-frontends and UIs.

06. How can we cooperate?

We can work as an extended workbench with the customer, collaborate in development teams, or just deliver according to a specification.

07. Is there also project management and process assurance?

Yes, we offer complete project management, risk management, and process assurance along the project.

08. Are trainers involved in Development Service projects as well?

Yes, there is a strong interaction between trainers and Development Service personnel. Trainers act as team mentors, and they benefit from Development Service teams and their project experience.