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Embedded CAN Bus, SAE J1939, NMEA 2000 Development With ESP32

Like many businesses in the CAN Bus marketplace, we have struggled with the global shortage of electronic components. For instance, our SAE J1939 gateways are equipped with NXP processors, mainly the LPC1754 and LPC1768. Unfortunately, both processors are currently unavailable, and they come with remarkably long delivery times that go well into next year. We [...]

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Fast-Boot Your Raspberry Pi 3 Linux In Under Two seconds

Raspberry Pi enthusiasts are looking for a way to fast boot a Raspberry Pi mini-PC. They may be interested in a new project available via Github. The project describes the fast booting of a Raspberry Pi 32 Linux in under two seconds. Check out the video link below to demonstrate how quickly you can [...]

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Position, Speed, Inclination Encoders With SAE J1939 And CANopen Interface

Siko (Germany) introduced their wire-actuated Pure.Mobile encoder family that measures position, speed, and inclination using an integrated single-axis inclination sensor. The encoders' sensor data utilizes serial protocols, including CANopen, CANopen safety, and SAE J1939. Mobile machines must always function precisely and efficiently, whether lifting platforms, mobile cranes or self-concrete pumps. Sensors are suitable for detecting the machines' movements, [...]

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DIN Rail Ethernet to CAN/CAN FD Interface Supports SAE J1939, NMEA 2000, CANopen

Kvaser introduced their DIN Rail SE410S-X10 Ethernet-to-CAN(FD) multi-channel interface with additional I/O support through add-on modules.Kvaser supplies advanced CAN Bus solutions to engineers designing and deploying systems in areas as wide-ranging as trucks and buses, petrol-driven and electric cars, industrial automation, avionics, construction equipment, building automation, domestic appliances, marine, medical, military, railway, telecoms, textiles and more.The [...]

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Multi-Turn SAE J1939 Encoders Enable Wear-Free And Maintenance-Free Operation

Turck, a specialist in sensor, Fieldbus, and connectivity, has added single- and multi-turn encoders with a solid or hollow shaft for mobile and agricultural machinery to its Industrial and Efficiency Line portfolio. The IP67-protected encoders are available in sizes 36 mm, 46 mm, and 58 mm. Two interlocked bearings guarantee a solid mechanical design and protect from [...]

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SAE J1939 Data Acquisition System For Diesel Engines Measures And Records 23 Suspect Parameter Numbers (SPNs)

The Titan S8-CAN by Madgetech (USA) represents a data acquisition system for diesel engines that simultaneously measures and records 23 suspect parameter numbers (SPNs). The portable data logger suits engine, road, and diagnostic testing applications. It connects to an SAE J1939 network via the diagnostic port and supports the monitoring and recording of SAE J1939 messages between Tier 1 [...]

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Programmable Six-Channel Classical CAN And CAN FD Router Supports I/O And Data Logging

The Six-Channel PCAN-Router Pro FD by PEAK Systems connects the data traffic of modern CAN FD and classic CAN Bus networks. Pluggable CAN Bus transceiver modules provide universal adaptation for each CAN-Bus channel to match their individual requirements. In addition, the router comes with an analog input and four digital I/Os. The CAN Bus data traffic can [...]

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Design Of Proprietary Parameter Group Numbers (PGNs)

For a brief introduction to PGNs, see our post SAE J1939 Message Format and Interpretations of PGNs.As the name Proprietary Parameter Group Numbers implies, the SAE J1939 standard supports Parameter Groups in PDU1 and PDU2 Format that manufacturers can assign for their specific needs, which includes the design of the data field in the message. [...]

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SAE J1939 Data Traffic Generator For Diesel Engine Network Simulation

I am writing this post to respond to multiple inquiries from newcomers to the SAE J1939 technology. Most questions are like, "Can your device simulate any PGN, for instance, engine speed in rpm?" or "Can your device simulate a 2014 Tonka Flex diesel engine?" The short answer is yes, but things are a bit more [...]

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Four Channel CAN Bus to USB Gateway Using The Arduino Due

In the past, I frequently received inquiries regarding the availability of a four-channel CAN Bus gateway. Such devices exist in the marketplace; however, they are usually costly, and they don't support easy customization or programming. While we at Copperhill Technologies have the ability to create such a gateway, this is primarily a matter of market [...]

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