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Local Interconnect Network (LIN) To Controller Area Network (CAN Bus) Converter
The LIN (Local Interconnect Network) bus is an inexpensive serial communications protocol, which effectively supports remote application within a car's network. It is particularly intended for mechatronic nodes in distributed automotive applications, but is equally suited to industrial applications. It is intended to complement the existing CAN network leading to hierarchical networks within cars.Controller Area Network [...]
CAN Bus (Controller Area Network) Projects with ARM Cortex M3 and Arduino Uno
This book details the use of the ARM Cortex-M family of processors and the Arduino Uno in practical CAN bus based projects. Inside, it gives a detailed introduction to the architecture of the Cortex-M family whilst providing examples of popular hardware and software development kits. Using these kits helps to simplify the embedded design cycle [...]
The Car Hacker's Handbook For Deeper Understanding Of Embedded Systems In Modern Vehicles
Modern cars are more computerized than ever. Think infotainment and navigation systems, Wi-Fi, automatic software updates, and other innovations that aim to make driving more safe and convenient. However, vehicle technologies haven not kept pace with today's more hostile security environment, which might leave millions of cars vulnerable to attack. The Car Hacker's Handbook will give [...]
Position Control With Embedded J1939-Compliant Linear Actuator Is Superior To Hydraulic Actuator
Manufacturers of agricultural, construction, and other off-highway equipment are increasingly deploying electromechanical actuators instead of hydraulic actuators, the primary reason being their simplicity and environmental benefits. Now, intelligent electromechanical actuators that support the Controller Area Network (CAN) bus networking standard give designers more reasons to choose such a solution. Support for the CAN/J1939 networking protocol [...]
CAN Bus Bridge (CAN-to-CAN) Application With Arduino Due
Basically, there are two scenarios where a CAN Bridge application is of use:1. Connecting two separate CAN Bus networks.2. Network length extension.While the first scenario is more or less self-explanatory, let's look a little closer into the network length extension: The physical CAN network length depends primarily on the CAN baud rate, i.e. the higher [...]
SAE J1939 Turbo Interface Board for Raspberry Pi
A note upfront: The CAN interface board for the Raspberry Pi as described in the following, specifically the firmware code, is under current development. The hardware is ready for production, and the release is targeted for end of February 2017.This post is a follow-up on a previous post Raspberry Pi With CAN Bus Or SAE J1939 [...]
Raspberry Pi With CAN Bus Or SAE J1939 Turbo Interface Board
A note upfront: The CAN interface board for the Raspberry Pi as described in the following, specifically the firmware code, is under current development. The hardware is currently in production, and the release is targeted for the end of February 2017. If you have a special interest in running the SAE J1939 protocol on the Raspberry [...]
CAN Bus Interface For the Raspberry Pi 2/3 Comes With Various Options
The PiCAN2 board series by Copperhill Technologies provides CAN Bus capabilities for the Raspberry Pi 2 or 3. The boards (with the exception of the dual isolated interface) use the Microchip MCP2515 CAN controller in combination with the MCP2551 CAN transceiver. There is an easy to install SocketCAN driver, and programming can be accomplished in C [...]
CAN Bus Data Traffic Simulation With Arduino Due
When working on a CAN bus or SAE J1939 project, it can be extremely helpful when the expected CAN Bus data traffic can be simulated rather than connecting your system to a running vehicle or automation control. The following project does exactly that with little effort for designing CAN data frames and their frequency. As [...]
SAE J1939 to USB Gateway Allows Easy Communication And Analysis Of Truck, Bus Network
The SAE J1939 ECU Simulator Board With USB Port by Copperhill Technologies provides a powerful, yet easy-to-manage connection to a J1939 network, allowing the reception, monitoring & analysis, and transmission of PGNs (Parameter Group Numbers) as defined by the SAE J1939-71 Standard. The gateway supports the full SAE J1939 Standard, including Network Management (Address Claim, SAE J1939/81) and [...]