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Contents 2 3
The future
of automated driving with
Continental Engineering Services.
Development partner for Vehicle systems Interior electronic systems
automated driving Why is the system architecture for intelligent connectivity
What characterizes a good partner on the
subject to change? 14 –17 Why connectivity is crucial for the
road to the mobile future? 4|5 mobility of the future? 30 – 33
Sensors and surroundings model
How does the automated vehicle Tailor-made services
Changing mobility perceive its surroundings? 18 – 21 Which engineering services do
What does mobility of the future look like? 6 –11 we offer? 34 |35
Vehicle dynamics and safety
What are the requirements for the A journey through time
Regulations and institutions chassis systems? 22 – 25 What would the future be like
Why should you already be adapting to without the past? 36 | 37
future legal regulations today? 12 | 13 Interior electronics systems
for interaction
Why is the interaction between
human and vehicle so important? 26 – 29
How will mobility evolve in the future?
On the following pages we will demonstrate, how assisted and
automated driving are quickly becoming our reality. Now is
the time to find the right partner with the necessary technical
expertise and maximum flexibility for such a complex topic.
Development partner for automated driving 4 5
What characterizes a good partner
on the road to the mobile future?
Today, mobility is already on the verge of highly automated driving.
The complex requirements that this entails require special expertise
and individual flexibility for each customer.
Thanks to the large number of innovative functions, the complexity of automated vehicles, machines and systems is significantly
increased. For this reason alone, choosing the right development partner is crucial for the success of such a challenging technology
project as automated driving.
Our task at Continental Engineering Services (CES) is to ›› We clarify all the technical conditions required, such as system ›› We employ our own system architects and can show you › › For our connectivity solutions we rely on state-of-the-art
provide you with the best possible support for such a architectural specifications, energy consumption in the which structures and solutions are possible and what safety technologies for secure authentication and authori-
project, because: vehicle electrical system, interface requirements, diagnostics impact they have on resources, costs and weight. We can zation within encrypted connections.
concept, standardization, communication needs and network also integrate third-party products at your request.
›› Thanks to the extensive expertise of more than 1,500 of our management requirements. › › Ever shorter development cycles also require a change of
own mechanical, electrical and software engineers, we cover › › With our access to Continental’s tried-and-tested mass- mindset on our part as development partner. By testing in
the most important areas for automated driving in the fields ›› We have a high level of system expertise. Our comprehensive, produced technologies, we can provide you with a complete a virtual environment, we save thousands of test kilometers,
of brake and advanced driver assistance systems, interior holistic understanding of vehicles and our many years of portfolio of our own sensors, actuators and control units increase test efficiency and thus adapt the development
electronics and drive systems. experience with design integration enable us to ensure that as well as communication and networking technology. processes to the current requirements.
all interconnected systems and components work together We make development processes more efficient and thereby
›› We are represented on all important international markets smoothly and reliably. reduce our customers’ development costs by re-using ›› For feasibility studies and prototypes, we can, if required, draw
and are familiar with the legal framework applicable there. components, interfaces, software, algorithms, system devel- on our own manufactory and small-series production at the
For example, we know which regulations governing › › We support you within the context of functional safety opment work, test cases and evaluation criteria used in large Continental production site in Karben, where mechanical parts,
safety, exhaust gas, emissions and homologation must management by providing the necessary safety certifications volume production. complex control units, sample and spare parts and fully tested
be complied with. and conducting risk assessments for products, systems and production parts can be manufactured in small quantities.
functions. ›› We have access to the most advanced testing and inspection
equipment and use state-of-the-art test centers.
Changing mobility 6 7 8
What does mobility of the What does the road to autonomous
driving look like?
future look like?
The globalized world is facing a historic transformation. This applies above all The requirements for the vehicle are changing fundamentally on the road Data capture using sensor technology to take on exchange of data will significantly increase the availability
important measurement and control tasks and quality of information for road users.
to mobility. What lies before us is the beginning of a new, multi-mobile age. from assisted to autonomous driving. At level 1, the responsibility is still
Today’s usage patterns and ownership as well as business models will change fully incumbent on the driver, who is supported only by advanced driver It is the intelligent interaction of control systems, sensor Our technical platform eHorizon uses swarm intelligence
technology and actuators that turns vehicles into “smart for the virtual expansion of the driver’s field of vision by
fundamentally. This applies to our work and leisure behavior alike – whether assistance systems. By jumping from level 2 to level 3, the responsibility devices”. They navigate using camera-, radar- and lidar(light processing information from the vehicle environment.
it be professional commuting, doctor’s visits or vacation trips. We are always is already largely transferred to the vehicle, while the driver only has a detection and ranging)-based systems. The sensor data The goal here is to have a vehicle that always knows what
determined are evaluated in fractions of a second, software to expect around the next bend and over the following
connected by mobile Internet, we conduct video conferences and tend to be monitoring function. By level 5, he is then merely a passenger. algorithms determine the ideal reaction to the respective kilometers.
everywhere at once. traffic situation and intelligent mechatronics implement it in
the drive, chassis and steering. For data transmission, we are not only relying on 4G or
5G network access, but also on dedicated short-range
Fast and stable data transmission communication (DSRC) as well as cellular-V2X technology
for direct vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication.
As soon as a system takes over driving tasks, full connectivity
and a visualization of the decisions made by the automated
system that everybody can understand is required. The rapid
From level to level to autonomous driving
Level 1 Level 2 Level 2+* Level 3 Level 4 Level 5
Assisted Partially automated Status quo Highly automated Fully automated Autonomous
driving driving driving driving driving
For many consumers, purchasing and Mobility of the future is shaped A solution: the road to
maintaining their own cars is no longer by the following topics: automation Degree of automation
a matter of course. The high number
Degree of complexity
of road accidents, rising energy prices, ›› Sustainability Increasingly intelligent vehicles
stricter standard values for particulate ›› New energy infrastructures with automated driving functions or
matter and CO2 emissions as well ›› Connected cities even autonomous handling characteris- Driver is Systems can among other The driver The vehicle People in
as occasional driving bans, are also ›› Vehicle-to-everything (V2X) tics are an important solution for tackling supported things take over the wheel, can to some mainly drives the car
unsettling. communication these challenges – and they make room but the driver is ultimately degree take his independently, become
›› Intelligent transportation systems for new business ideas along the entire responsible mind off driving but drivers passengers
More and more vehicles are congesting and new forms of services value chain. for some time must be capable
the roads around the world and contrib- ›› Virtual companies of driving
uting to air pollution, particularly in inner- ›› Work on the move The requirement for this is a powerful
city areas. An aging society calls for a ›› Mobile commerce infrastructure, because automated, fully
change of mindset. This makes the new ›› Mobility as a service (car sharing, connected vehicles exchange a wide
mobility a major challenge for us all. car pooling etc.) range of information with each other
and with their environment and, above In the world of self-driving cars, different stages of development are being considered. What is behind this? This level defines the industry
all, ensure more time saving, efficiency, in order to define different “independence levels” of cars.
environmental friendliness and safety
in rapidly growing urban spaces.
* We are currently in a transition phase between level 2 and level 3, known as level 2+. Current level 2+ systems are characterized by the central control of combined
level 2 assistance functions such as adaptive cruise control, lane change or lane keeping assist. This requires more computing power as well as the inclusion of
cloud-based HD cards.
9 Changing mobility 10 11
Artificial intelligence for efficient, sustainable and
comfortable mobility without accidents
How does a highly Paradigm and premise of automated driving:
automated vehicle
One of the most important building blocks for this development
is the use of artificial intelligence. Experts expect the most visible
progress in the field of advanced driver assistance systems. Sense
Using AI methods, vehicle systems can detect pedestrians and
cyclists – including their gestures and intentions – with a much
greater degree of accuracy and robustness.
They are, for example, able to perceive pedestrians behind
function? A reliable perception of the vehicle status and the surroundings is essential
for any automated driving system: vehicle surroundings sensors, satellite
navigation, inertial sensors, high-resolution digital maps
vehicles or estimate whether they are watching the traffic atten-
tively. This is made possible by the use of intelligent software
and special algorithms in advanced driver assistance systems,
connectivity and instrumentation solutions.
Plan
Collecting and evaluating sensor
In order to assume responsibility, the automated vehicle information, deriving possible
must continuously communicate with the environment actions and necessary decisions:
Vehicle computer, artificial
and record data. In addition, the human-machine interface intelligence, detection and
plays a particularly important role, because drivers, passen- differentiation between objects
gers and other road users need to know at all times what
the car is planning. That way they will always be in control
of the situation and can react or act appropriately.
Act
Implement decisions made in a fraction of a second:
In particular, the intelligence that turns an automated Products that used to operate separately are drive, brake and steering system
vehicle into a “smart car” is achieved by the perfect increasingly becoming “smart” systems and
interaction of various complementary technologies. can no longer be considered separately.
The most important requirements for Examples of cooperative interaction between Knowing at any time what the vehicle is doing
automated driving: different products and technologies: and interacting comfortably with it
›› The vehicle must recognize and interpret its › › The brake learns from the windshield wiper Reliable visualization of relevant information as well
environment (Sense). that it is raining and adjusts its braking behavior as holistic human-machine interaction is indispens-
›› It has to derive a driving strategy from this accordingly. able, as more driving functions are transmitted by the
information (Plan). › › The engine electronics cannot operate efficiently driver to the vehicle.
›› The calculated driving strategy must be without information from the electronic brake Interact
implemented safely and reliably (Act). system.
›› Passengers must be informed at all times about ›› In the case of a hybrid car, brake performance is Our solutions and services for the connectivity, control and operation
the plans of the automated vehicle in order to be generated from the drive by energy recovery; of vehicles are required for holistic interaction concepts between the
able to react and act appropriately (Interact). the conventional brake is used only when that is vehicle, its passengers and other road users. In addition, for example, the
no longer sufficient. driver’s ability to take over control over the vehicle is checked and the
›› Timely knowledge of the topography of the driving passengers are provided with relevant information and entertainment.
route enables particularly efficient engine control.
In addition to the conventional delivery of goods, automated delivery of
goods is an integral part of urban mobility.
Regulations and institutions 12 13
Why should you already Consumer protection organizations such as Euro
NCAP are also taking these aspects into account in
their evaluation catalogs for new cars. As a result,
The physical integrity of road users is supported,
for example, by emergency brake and lane assis-
tance systems, functions for monitoring fatigue or
be adapting to future
equipping vehicles with advanced driver assistance for pedestrian protection. More comfort is offered
systems (ADAS), for example, is increasingly becom- by parking assistance and night vision systems (e.g.
ing the status quo, regardless of whether you want intelligent headlamp control), suspension and
to drive autonomously or not. chassis systems or traffic sign detection functions
legal regulations today? In this context, data from the vehicle’s own sensor
technology and from the environment through
connectivity with other road users forms the basis
and traffic jam assists.
These technologies interact in highly automated
systems. Their admissibility requires conformance
for newly developed cooperative safety applications. with the laws applicable in different countries.
In combination with intelligent information systems, In the past, the main focus was on compliance with
they can be used to improve road safety, ride comfort, numerous exhaust and crash regulations, but the
a more efficient traffic flow and lower consumption. legal requirements for such systems are now, for
good reason, more extensive and complex. This is
As a customer, you will benefit here in particular because the omission of the driver as a fallback
While many of the safety systems used nowadays only intervene in from our access to an almost complete Continental mode for technical system restrictions and errors
critical situations, future, highly automated overall systems prevent portfolio of sensors, actuators, control units as poses both technical and legal risks. In this way,
well as communication and networking technology: the markets in the USA, Japan or the EU are heavily
them from occurring in the first place and thus minimize the risk of in the large volume production of advanced driver regulated, while other countries impose no regula-
accidents. This is another reason why more and more authorities* assistance systems (ADAS) products, we supply tions at all for approval. This alone requires particularly
valuable camera, radar or lidar data for tailor-made extensive and foresighted planning.
around the world are working on legal frameworks for testing and highly automated driving (HAD) systems develop-
operating highly or fully automated systems and functions. ments. Their own connectivity products enable, Thanks to our branches in the world’s most important
control and optimize the further processing of this automotive markets, we are particularly familiar with
information, head-up displays and instrument clus- the legal framework applicable there, we analyze the
ters ensure an appealing visualization and thus create respective applicable national legal regulations for
the necessary trust in technology. you and manage your project through to successful
homologation.
* In January 2021, the first binding international regulation adopted by 60 countries will enter into force for automated lane
keeping systems (ALKS) for the safe introduction of automated vehicles on the road.
Advanced emergency braking Backup assist
Advanced driver
Emergency distraction warning
lane keeping
Unsteady driver warning
Speed limit assist
Acoustic vehicle alerting system
for electric and hybrid vehicles
Important driver assistance functions that will be mandatory in the EU from 2022.
Vehicle Systems 14 15
Together with our customers we are developing a solution-oriented and reliable system architecture. For this
purpose, we define desired vehicle functions, handling characteristics, required components, interface
requirements as well as technical framework conditions for vehicle communication with the infrastructure
Why is the
and other road users.
Market trends are taken into account in the same way as the vehicle visions of our customers. Our specialists
take into account all requirements, such as for road safety, data protection or environmental requirements
system architecture and thus help to meet international standards. In addition, we ensure complete documentation.
subject to change? Our services include the following: Server cloud
›› Definition of the technical vehicle requirements
Vehicle surroundings sensors 1
›› Advice on vehicle guidelines (NCAP/legislation)
›› Advice on automated driving functions and vehicle
New, cross-domain functions require permanent connectivity to exchange systems
Driving actuators 2
data. We are already taking this into account when creating particularly ›› Development of customer-specific vehicle systems
Interior sensors 3
and vehicle system architectures
high-performance system architectures. ›› Concepts for functional safety and cyber security
and actuators
4 1
›› Process engineering for designing and 3 2 Central computer 4
Functions such as automated parking or the traffic In order to be able to handle driving tasks independent- implementing efficient, standard-compliant
jam assist work across domains: the chassis, interior ly and without human intervention, a wide range of development processes in accordance with the
and drive interact with one another. This interaction technologies from the fields of network, computing, V-model or agile approach
increases the requirements for the system archi- security, driving safety and artificial intelligence is re- ›› Expert assistance in the areas of requirement
tecture. In addition, the overall system of automated quired. The latter is particularly important with regard engineering and management, project and Outlook: future system architectures will consist of a cross-domain, standardized
vehicles must be guaranteed to be failsafe at all times to automated driving at level 5 in order to analyze approval management, test management, variant computer platform where several functions are integrated into a central computer.
(development of fail-safe to fail-operational systems). issues and to be able to solve problems independently. and configuration management
Vehicle Systems 16 17
Domain-specific functions
for detecting the vehicle’s for vehicle inspection and for interaction with
surroundings vehicle dynamics the driver
›› Surround view ›› Tire pressure monitoring ›› Driver identification and driver
›› Traffic sign recognition ›› Loose wheel nut detection monitoring
›› Road friction coefficient estimation ›› Regenerative braking ›› Infotainment functions
›› Digital mirrors ›› Torque vectoring ›› Gesture recognition
›› Road database ›› Start systems ›› Automatic seat settings
›› … and much more ›› Motion control ›› Contact-free access systems
›› … and much more ›› Human-machine interaction systems
›› … and much more
How can trust in automated Cross-domain functions
driving be increased?
Emergency brake Automated parking – Rear cross traffic alert (RCTA)
assist with/without driver with brake function
Effective protection against rear-end The function supports the driver in Monitors the area around the car when
Different assistance functions are already contributing to greater road safety. collisions due to a visual/audible typical parking situations. With the leaving a parking space or in other
The interaction of a large number of these functions is necessary for warning or automatic initiation of partial help of surround view cameras, free situations with a restricted field of vision.
or full braking. parking spaces are detected and Warns as soon as it becomes apparent
automated driving. The key factor here is to acquire the trust of all road displayed via a display. Once a parking that another vehicle is crossing its own
users in the more complex technology of the future. Their acceptance space has been selected, the vehicle travel path and brings the vehicle to a
will automatically park. halt if necessary.
can be increased by communicating that automated driving is based on
already tried-and-tested functions.
Thanks to our access to Continental technology, Together with you, we will clarify the right functions
which has been successfully used in large volume for your vehicle concept. To this end, we take your
production, we understand its high technological requirements into account, take care of the design,
complexity and can therefore adapt it precisely to implementation, integration and quality assurance
your needs. Cross-domain functions are becoming of the selected functions and ultimately support you
increasingly important for automated driving. in approving them.
Intelligent cruise control Lane departure warning system Traffic jam assist
Automatically adapts the vehicle Creates a visual or haptic warning Assists the driver by keeping the
speed to the vehicles ahead, even if the vehicle accidentally leaves vehicle on the lane with a self-selectable
in stop-and-go traffic. its lane. safety distance.
Sensors and surroundings model 18 19
How does the automated
vehicle perceive its Autonomous or highly automated
driving requires the perception of all
surroundings? relevant environmental influences
to ensure that the vehicle receives
a precise “image” of its surroundings.
The environmental model is created
by so-called sensor fusion, in which
camera, radar, lidar and ultrasound
data are combined into one model.
From environmental detection through sensor merger,
situation analysis and decision-making logic based
on artificial intelligence to high-precision position
determination – autonomous systems are increasingly
compensating for human absence by using software
and complex software algorithms even under the most
difficult environmental conditions.
Given our access to an almost complete portfolio of
our own sensors, actuators, control units, communi-
cation and networking technology, we are the right
partner for your development in the field of auto-
mated driving.
Sensors and surroundings model 20 21
Products for perception of the surroundings
and data processing
1 Assisted and automated driving control unit
A scalable, versatile processor platform for highly automated
driving, both for single-purpose driving functions and for
centralized HAD architectures.
2 Advanced radar sensor 3 Short-range radar 4 Multi-function mono camera
High-quality long-distance radar sensors Robust and compact short-range Forward-facing camera platform for
for highly automated driving, particularly radar sensor with a wide range solutions from advanced driver assistance
for forward-facing functions such as of functions that monitor the vehicle’s systems (such as Euro NCAP 2020) to
5 adaptive cruise control and emergency surroundings. highly automated driving.
7 2
brake assist.
6 1 3|4 2|5
7 2
5
5 Rear view camera 6 Surround-view system 7 High-resolution flash lidar
360°
Stand-alone reversing camera for 360° surround-view system for An important addition to the group of
an increased driver’s field of vision functions from 3D visualization sensors for monitoring surroundings,
and avoidance of collisions when of the vehicle’s surroundings to fully which enables image recognition and
reversing. automated parking. environmental perception even under
extreme conditions.
Perception development kit
Test kit that enables customers to create their own 360° environment models
using sensor technology and data fusion.
Installed in your own test vehicle, you will receive your own sensor technology
data, on the basis of which you can even enable it to start your own functional
developments.
Perception of the surroundings with
various sensor technologiesVehicle dynamics and safety 22 23
What are the
requirements for With modern chassis and brake technology, we use a wide range
of intervention possibilities to guarantee at all times the desired
chassis systems? vehicle handling of an automated vehicle, even in the event of poor
road conditions, load changes and cornering.
For this purpose, we can help you, among other On the basis of this decision, a system architecture
things, to select suitable components such as tailored to your requirements takes into account all
more suited brake and control systems for the the necessary interfaces from the outset. The more
chassis – regardless of whether they are tried-and- complex these systems become, the more important
tested series technologies from Continental or this preparatory work becomes.
third-party suppliers. Furthermore, we take care of
their design, define suitable interfaces and ensure The system validation ensures that we comply with
smooth integration. legal requirements and manage your project for
successful homologation.
In addition, redundancies must be created for
autonomous driving to ensure that control of the
vehicle is guaranteed at all times even in the event
of a system failure. With regard to chassis systems,
the functional possibilities (additional functions) of Exemplary scope of a highly automated driving
the installed brake systems in particular are becoming brake system:
more and more crucial: for example, anyone who
wants active cruise control with a stop-and-go function ›› MK C1® primary brake system
or recuperation functionalities or wants to offer ›› MK 100® HBE secondary brake system
their customers a diagnostic concept must decide ›› Parking brake control (integrated in primary
on a suitable brake system at the start of the vehicle and/or secondary brake system)
development phase. ›› Wheel speed sensors
Primary brake system
Secondary brake system
Highly automated driving (HAD) applications require a redundant braking architecture in order to achieve safety goals.
For this reason, our brake system architecture consists of two independently controlled brake systems. The brake system
responds to either driver or HAD input.Vehicle dynamics and safety 24 25
Chassis components for
autonomous driving
Thanks to our direct access to Continental components, we can carry out Technology for enhanced vehicle safety Technology for greater ride comfort
necessary software modifications quickly and cost-effectively and implement
fail-operational systems. We are integrating smoothly controllable brake-by-
wire systems for developments at SAE level 3 and higher.
At this point, you can benefit from our standardized During development prior to level 3 to level 5,
approaches and synergies in limited production, a brake-by-wire system that is evenly controllable
which we achieve through development work for becomes increasingly important.
a large number of customers.
Fully integrated brake system Air spring control unit
The MK Cx product family is Continental’s latest Ride comfort is of crucial importance for the use of
brake technology. It is a fully-fledged brake system automated driving systems. For this reason, we are
that meets current and future requirements. It takes integrating modern suspension systems, such as the
into account the special requirements for electric particularly comfortable passive air spring system
Chassis components for different stages of vehicles, the recuperation of braking energy and Continental Air Supply (CAirS) in your application.
automated driving the high demands on the pressure dynamics of
automated driving functions.
Level 1 Level 2 Level 2+ Level 3 Level 4 Level 5
Assisted Partially automated Status quo Highly automated Fully automated Autonomous
driving driving driving driving driving
Components
Conventional brake system
Fully integrated brake system
Redundant fully integrated brake system
Extension to the redundant brake system
Air spring systems
If the vehicle is in an autonomous driving mode or
the primary brake system fails, the MK 100® HBE is
also available as a backup brake system.Interior electronics systems for interaction 26 27
Many people have doubts concerning
the reliability of technologies involved
in automated driving. New interaction
concepts for automated driving func-
tions thus ensure that passengers are
always kept informed and understand
all vehicle actions. This strengthens
acceptance and trust.
The transfer of control from the driver to the highly
automated vehicle changes the familiar distribution
of tasks between human and vehicle. Nevertheless,
the need to be in control of the situation at all times
and thus the desire to be informed about all actions
and to be able to intervene if desired remains.
With our products, systems and services, we enable,
control and optimize the complex flow of information
between the vehicle, its users, mobile devices and the
vehicle environment via visualization, feel and audio.
Thanks to the user-friendly display of information
about the current status of the vehicle, the traffic
situation or the services provided, we ensure an
Why is the interaction
optimized user experience.
between human and
vehicle so important?Interior electronics systems for interaction 28 29
Interaction and car interior experience 2018 2020 2022 2025
The less influence people have on a highly automated vehicle, the more important it is to be
informed of its intentions at all times. Conversely, the vehicle must know the needs of its
passengers at all times. Thanks to innovative information, communication and connectivity
solutions, we can therefore ensure a plausible, comprehensive and clear presentation of
information and interaction possibilities between driver and vehicle. More safety and comfort
for a convincing driving experience. Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5
Partially automated driving Highly automated driving Fully automated driving Autonomous driving
Systems, functions and products in the vehicle interior: Body electronics:
Driver monitoring with
the interior camera
Driver monitoring systems analyze the driver’s
gestures, head position and eye movements.
In doing so, they determine whether they are
able to independently carry out a vehicle in-
spection. With regard to automated driving,
our interior camera is therefore considered a
key component for safe handover scenarios Intelligent access –
between driver and vehicle. passive start and entry (PASE)
When driver monitoring systems communicate For highly automated vehicles, innovative
with driver assistance systems, vehicle and technologies such as the intelligent door brake
environmental data are incorporated into con- system and the smart, autonomous door are
crete decisions on what actions to take. This useful features. They regulate the opening and
means that additional protection strategies can closing of the doors, identify obstacles and thus
be initiated. increase road traffic safety.
Innovative display systems Acoustic vehicle alerting system (AVAS) Flexible use of the vehicle interior Intelligent glass control Body control modules Seat control unit
The aim of our solutions for display systems is to Our acoustic designers create individual sounds In autonomous driving mode, driving time can be The transparency of the panes can be selectively Central body control units combine several Our intelligent seat control units provide drivers
keep the driver informed as efficiently as possible, and warning signals for you for hybrid and used in a variety of ways, for example to relax, and gradually changed via an electronic impulse functions in one housing and control almost all and passengers with a vast range of premium
but at the same time not to overload him. For electric vehicles, thus increasing pedestrian exchange information or to work. Seat and motion triggered by pressing a button. In doing so, our electronic basic, comfort and drive authorization comfort and safety functions. These include not
example, with the latest generation of head-up protection. control units enable the flexible design of the solution increases the comfort and driving safety functions in the vehicle. For example, exterior only the basic functions of seat heating, seat
displays (augmented reality), drivers always have interior, for example by rotating the seats through of passengers. and interior lighting, windshield wipers, control air conditioning and seat adjustment, but also
all relevant traffic information directly in front of 360°, lowering the steering wheel or unfolding systems for windows, doors and roof, air con- specially designed pneumatic seat systems.
them. And all this in a highly intuitive, in future tables. They also make additional comfort such ditioning, central locking system, battery and
also three-dimensional display that facilitates as massage functions possible. energy management.
and steps up orientation in traffic.Interior electronic systems for intelligent connectivity 30 31
As soon as a system takes on driving
tasks, it requires full connectivity.
For example, a vehicle needs to
communicate more and more with
its environment, for safety reasons or
to receive information updates.
Mobility is therefore becoming increasingly digital.
Intelligent mobility services, vehicles and machines
are exchanging more and more data, communicating
with each other as well as with their environment.
In this way, software and IT are becoming the basis
of new business models and thus vital competitive
factors.
We rely on individual but platform-based instrumen-
tation solutions and connect your application with
tried-and-tested Continental telematics technology.
This enables us to provide digital services that pro-
vide your customers with added value in terms of
safety, navigation, information, comfort and entertain-
ment based on cloud and big data technologies,
while at the same time increasing trust in technology
that is so important for all forms of automation.
Why connectivity is
crucial for the mobility
of the future?Interior electronic systems for intelligent connectivity 32 33
Reach your goal reliably with
intelligent connectivity Cyber security
With the increasing degree of connectivity, the topic of cyber security is
Holistic connectivity is the key to the digitalization of mobility and, at the same time, becoming more and more important. For this reason, we are building
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the requirement for automated driving. Our tailor-made connectivity solutions our connectivity solutions on the highest security standards with safety 3
precautions on four levels: 1. Individual electronic systems, 2. Communi-
ensure a “best-in-class user experience” and make your contribution to greater safety, cation between systems in the vehicle and 3. All external interfaces as well 2
efficiency and sustainability. as 4. Data processing outside the vehicle is protected against theft and
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manipulation by our cloud and back-end solutions.
Technologies and functions:
Telematics
As soon as a system independently takes on
driving tasks, full connectivity is required –
for safety reasons, for tracking or diagnostics
CES IoT platform Road database Remote diagnostics Software updates over the air purposes or even just to obtain route updates.
That’s why our telematics modules are a central
With the CES IoT platform, we offer a scalable Whether it’s high-precision cameras, radar or If the driver no longer controls the status of the Our over-the-air updates keep your software up component of any modern connectivity solution.
back-end solution based on microservices archi- lidar: state-of-the-art sensor technologies vehicle, technologies for self-diagnosis or remote to date – conveniently and securely, without the They create the condition for communication
tectures. This facilitates the handling (capture, capture the vehicle surroundings and trans- diagnostics must step in. Due to the permanent need to visit a workshop. between vehicles (V2V) and with the environ-
store and transport) of complex data volumes mit important data to our “road database” connectivity of vehicles with a diagnostic data- ment (V2X).
and enables you to add new intelligent function- assembly point. From there, for example, driver base, it is already possible to diagnose and repair
alities to your products. assistance systems of individual vehicles damage cases before they occur and to carry
receive valuable information as well as software out maintenance more efficiently.
and system updates.
Products for the connected car:
Connected eHorizon
With the development of automated driving, seamless
By preparing information from the infrastructure
connectivity solutions are used to ensure that drivers and
(V2X communication) – from other road users and
passengers can continue their mobile lifestyles in vehicles
from service providers (OEMs and third parties) –
as well. For this reason, Continental has a comprehensive
our “Connected eHorizon” uses swarm intelligence
connectivity product portfolio in the areas of network access
to virtually expand the driver’s field of vision.
devices, telematics control units, intelligent antennas, vehicle-
For this purpose, the hybrid V2X solution not only
to-everything communication and end-to-end services. At
uses technologies for 4G and 5G network access,
Continental Engineering Services, we also develop our own
but also the dedicated short-range communi-
telematics products with hardware and software tailored to
cation (DSRC) and the cellular V2X technology
your individual requirements.
for direct vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communi-
cation, depending on the region. In doing so, we
are relying on Continental’s hybrid V2X solution,
which combines both communication standards High-performance computers Telematics products
on one hardware and software platform. This
not only lowers costs, but also reduces complex- The high-performance computer acts as a Our telematics products meet important
ity in the worldwide application of V2X commu- brain in the vehicle and takes data processing requirements for modern communication
nication. and application management to a new level. between vehicles and infrastructure.
It is essential for new architectures and new
complex functions in the vehicle.Tailor-made services 34 35
Which engineering
services do we offer?
In addition to our technology, consulting and manufacturing expertise, as a customer you
benefit from our access options to the entire Continental technology portfolio. And this is
particularly important when it comes to solving complex, technologically challenging tasks
in the automotive and industrial environment. In addition, as a flexible development and
production partner, we offer a wide range of services that help you to transform your ideas
into successful, market-ready solutions.
Consulting (NCAP/legislation) Concept development Prototype construction and Features and functional development Software integration
feasibility study
We will provide you with comprehensive vehicle From the ground up, we are developing forward- When a vehicle travels highly automated, We develop algorithms and software components
understanding, system technology and networ- thinking concepts that take into account market Vehicle functions that support automated driving software functions acquire information that is using tools and applications as well as the
king expertise at product and system level up to trends and the latest developments in the areas are distributed throughout the car. Several control normally perceived by the driver intuitively. Continental platform to create holistic solutions
tailor-made services such as software updates, of multimedia, connectivity and automated units are often involved in a single task. We take We develop a wide range of software functions for embedded systems and cloud applications.
online diagnostics and data security. driving. In doing so, we take market-specific care of the correct interaction between all the for you, for example to classify the surface
features into account and create functional systems involved and clarify which function quality of the road, to determine the road friction
and component overviews. should be assigned to which control unit. For this coefficient or to record loose wheel nuts.
purpose, we carry out performance tests and
feasibility studies or build prototypes for you
on request.
Pre-Development Phase Definition Phase Development Phase Integration Phase Validation Phase
Definition of the required E/E architecture Brake system layout Perception development kit Virtual vehicle test Function Development and
vehicle functions Field Operation Testing
We ensure redundancies at all physical levels The choice of the suitable brake system depends When it comes to perception of the vehicle In order to be able to drive autonomously on the
Vehicle functions that support automated driving in order to ensure full reliability at all times and on a large number of parameters, such as the surroundings, we prefer flexible and easy- road in the future, manufacturers must demon- We cover all functional levels of automated driv-
are distributed throughout the car. Several analyze adjustment options with you. area of use, the type of vehicle, its size, weight to-integrate systems. For your own evaluation strate millions of test kilometers and the ability ing – from the development of environmental
control units are often involved in a single task. and the expected vehicle speed or the selected and development activities, we have therefore to learn how to handle various traffic situations. models and the elaboration of function test
We take care of the correct interaction between drive type. With regard to automated driving, developed a test kit that allows you to create This is not possible without simulation. It also strategies to the analysis and integration of
all the systems involved and clarify which function functions such as the emergency brake assist, your own 360° environment models using sensor helps us to develop vehicles with the individual driving functions for concept vehicles or series
should be assigned to which control unit. For Functional safety management active cruise control or the recuperation capability and data fusion. It is equipped with its own handling characteristics desired by the customer – development. We safeguard products, functions
this purpose, we carry out performance tests play a key role and thus significantly increase software, can be quickly implemented and scaled realistic, efficient, fast and cost-effective. and systems through extensive tests and prac-
and feasibility studies or build prototypes for We guarantee error-free functionality in complexity. We will advise you on the selection and supports a variety of host environments. tical field tests. For this purpose, we integrate
you on request. accordance with international safety standards, of components from various manufacturers, Installed in your own test vehicle, you will receive In our virtual test drives, we use artificial suitable sensors and measuring equipment for
assess risks, implement standard and tools integrate them into a functioning overall system your own sensor data, on the basis of which you intelligence to simulate scenarios such as fog, vehicle tests in stationary or dynamic operation
and enable complete traceability of all develop- and ensure the desired braking behavior. can even enable it to start your own functional rain, a jungle of signs, poor road markings or on the test bench or virtually.
ment processes. developments. diffuse light conditions. Through pre-integration,
pre-configuration and pre-testing of individual
functions and systems, we are accelerating the
challenging development processes of auto-
mated driving.A journey through time 36 37
What would the future be
like without the past?
More than 50 years of research for automated driving at Continental.
The foundation comprises the 3 pillars of “cruising”, “parking” and In the “Automated Driving Project House”, company-wide knowl-
Many of the technologies successfully introduced into the market by Continental over the “driverless” to build the seamless mobility of the future. In 2012, edge from 400 locations in 61 countries is collected and fed
past few decades have been seamlessly integrated and are essential for assisted and Continental became the first automotive supplier worldwide into various research projects on driverless mobility. The findings
to receive a license for highly automated test drives on public of the relevant pre-developments, competencies and product
automated mobility. The engineering services at Continental benefit in particular from this roads in the U.S. state of Nevada. Sensor systems, control units, knowledge from a wide range of areas are bundled together and
when we take on complex development tasks for you in this area. brake systems, software, networking solutions, driving functions used to develop new, innovative solutions for automated or
and information and operating systems for automated driving autonomous driving. Continental engineers use state-of-the-art
are being developed in a worldwide development network with real and virtual test infrastructures to test the newly developed
a strong focus on Japan, China, USA, India and Europe. vehicle systems and functions under realistic conditions.
Solutions and services for the areas of connectivity, Active and passive safety technologies as well as
human-machine interaction, system integration and solutions for vehicle dynamics:
high-performance computing:
Continental can look back on a long history of successful These include, for example: For decades Continental has been developing, producing For example:
product launches and the establishment of numerous and integrating products and system solutions which have
system solutions. ›› Multifunction and head-up displays been proven millions of times in use. ›› Electronic and hydraulic brake and
›› Instrument clusters chassis control systems
›› Radio and infotainment systems ›› Sensors
›› Input devices and control panels ›› Advanced driver assistance systems
›› Access and tire pressure control systems ›› Airbag electronics and
›› Air-conditioning systems sensor technology
›› Control units ›› Electronic air spring systems
›› Software
›› Telematics solutions and services
›› Intelligent transportation systems
Autonomous driving places particularly
high demands on brake systems.
We and our clients benefit in particular from
the vast wealth of experience, the broad
product portfolio and the state-of-the-art test
infrastructures of Continental AG – with 400
State-of-the-art vehicle surroundings sensors, such as
Essential for a holistic connectivity of automated vehicles: For optimized human-machine interaction in automated vehicles: radar sensors, provide the necessary information for
locations in 61 countries, one of the largest
intelligent antenna modules modern cockpit systems highly automated driving. automotive suppliers in the world.Continental Engineering Services GmbH Legal notice
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