Product category:
Embedded Computing and Control
News Release from: Parvus Corp | Subject: DuraCOR 1100
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 14 August 2007
Linux-based vehicle computer in US trial
Automotive manufacturers are proving-out concept designs for a US-wide communications infrastructure that supports vehicle-to-infrastructure and vehicle-to-vehicle communications.
The Vehicle Infrastructure Integration Consortium (VIIC) has selected the Parvus DuraCOR 1100 computer for the federally funded Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) initiative aimed at reducing highway congestion and automotive crashes Using Parvus DuraCOR 1100 systems as Linux-based vehicle computer servers, major automotive manufacturers are proving-out concept designs for a nationwide standards-based communications infrastructure that supports vehicle-to-infrastructure and vehicle-to-vehicle communications in an effort to improve vehicle safety, vehicle mobility and enable consumer and commercial services
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 22 May 2002 at 8.00am (UK)
Related stories
Fast Ethernet hub has five auto-configurable ports
Parvus Corp has unveiled what it reckons is the first Fast Ethernet switching hub for embedded PC/104 applications.
Fingerprint board isn't fooled by phoney fingers
Parvus Corp is developing modular fingerprint identification hardware for embedded computer applications in co-operation with Fujitsu Microelectronics America (FMA).
Parvus was selected by the consortium for its modular and highly rugged computing products suited for onboard vehicle processing, positioning and communications.
Parvus is part of the Eurotech Group, which has a long history in the traffic and public transportation field, providing vehicle communication, location tracking, and video surveillance systems, as well as mobile internet access points and passenger counting devices.
If deployed nationwide, the VII initiative will involve the build-out of networks, digital radios, pods and communications systems on major US roadways.
Further reading
Embedded PC hardware powers bio-warning system
The world's most advanced chemical-biological point detection system infrastructure, SensorView, uses embedded PC/104 hardware components from Parvus.
Card cage adds flexibility to PC/104 systems
New from Parvus Corp, the PC/104 variable railed card cage is a flexible board-mounting solution used to contain PC/104 modules within an embedded computer system.
Data transmitted from the roadside to the vehicle could warn a driver that it is not safe to enter an intersection.
Vehicles could serve as data collectors and anonymously transmit traffic and road condition information from every major road within the transportation network.
Such information would provide transportation agencies with the information needed to implement active strategies to relieve traffic congestion.
"It has been an honour for Parvus to work with all of these major automotive manufacturers and to know that our efforts are going towards improving the safety of our highways", says Parvus' Director of Transportation Programmes Andrew Hunt.
"As a leader in the embedded computer space, Parvus is thrilled to be part of such a far-reaching and significant programme in the highway transportation world".
The VIIC was established in 2004 to support the National VII Coalition effort to determine the feasibility of nationwide deployment of a Vehicle Infrastructure Integration (VII) programme, and to establish a strategy for implementation, communications standards and capabilities.
The National VII Coalition consists of the US Department of Transportation (US DOT), ten State Departments of Transportation, and light vehicle manufacturers.
The VIIC's members are: BMW of North America, DaimlerChrysler Corporation, Ford Motor Company, General Motors Corporation, Honda R and D Americas, Nissan North America, Toyota Motor Engineering and Manufacturing North America and Volkswagen of America.
• Parvus Corp: contact details and other news
• Email this article to a colleague
• Register for the free Electronicstalk email newsletter
• Electronicstalk Home Page
