eCall in-vehicle safety system
Helps emergency services to respond quickly and effectively to accidents
- 29 November 2023
- 4 min
The eCall system is an in-vehicle safety system that contacts the emergency services in the event of a serious road accident. The system provides the emergency service operator with information such as the precise location of the accident, the number of passengers in the vehicle, the speed at which the accident occurred, and the type of vehicle.
Embedded Software
For an European OEM customer ICT Automotive has developed the embedded software for a connected electronic control unit that connects the vehicle to the internet and backend, while providing the eCall system software as one of its functionalities. The eCall system is an in-vehicle safety system that contacts the emergency services in the event of a serious road accident. This can either be activated automatically or by the press of a button.
Cyber Security
Developing the embedded software for an eCall system requires a comprehensive understanding of Cyber Security. The software must be designed to ensure that the eCall system is both secure and reliable. The connected electronic control unit running the eCall system is a critical component of the vehicle, and it is essential that it is protected from cyber-attacks.
The first step in developing secure embedded vehicle software is to identify the potential Cyber Security risks. This includes identifying the potential vulnerabilities in both the software and the hardware. Once these risks have been identified, the software can be designed to mitigate these risks. This includes implementing security features such as encryption, authentication, and access control.
Reliable and secure software
Another important aspect of developing embedded vehicle software for an eCall system is to ensure that the software is updated regularly. This is because new Cyber Security threats are constantly emerging, and it is essential that the software is up-to-date to protect against these threats. Regular updates also ensure that the software is optimized for performance and reliability.
Furthermore, it is important to ensure that the software is tested thoroughly before it is deployed. This includes testing the software for vulnerabilities and ensuring that it is compatible with the hardware. Testing should be done in a controlled environment to ensure that the software is reliable and secure.
Meet the highest standards
In conclusion, developing embedded vehicle software for an eCall system requires a comprehensive understanding of the Cyber Security aspect of the project. The software must be designed to ensure that the eCall system is secure and reliable. This includes identifying potential risks, implementing security features, updating the software regularly, and testing the software thoroughly.
At ICT Automotive, we provide embedded software solutions that are designed to meet the highest standards of Cyber Security. Our software is developed to ensure that your embedded system is secure and reliable. Please visit our marketpage to learn more about our automotive software solutions.
