White Papers
Short, practical write-ups from the IAST team—engineering learnings, patterns, fixes, and real-world notes. New posts are added regularly.
BMS Failsafe
Key engineering insights from designing a robust Battery Management System
GNSS Time Management Framework
Boot-time GNSS initialization + UBX-only configuration + UTC time REST API for vehicles.
V2I Wi-Fi Network Management
REST APIs + monitoring + auto-reconnect + network failover for connected vehicles.
Secure SSD Management
REST-based storage operations with encryption, access control, mount checks, and audit logging.
SafeTLib Integration in 48V BMS ECU
Safety-critical software integration leveraging SafeTLib diagnostics for reliable monitoring and protection in 48V battery management systems.
Automotive Ethernet Gateway Mirroring
High-bandwidth Ethernet gateway architecture enabling intelligent traffic mirroring and seamless communication for advanced automotive systems.
OBC: V2G & V2L Systems
Bi-directional on-board charging architecture enabling Vehicle-to-Grid and Vehicle-to-Load functionality.
DC-DC: 800V
Bidirectional converter concept for 800V HV battery → 12V LV systems with ISO 26262 safety strategy.
Service-Oriented Vehicle Diagnostics (SOVD)
Advanced diagnostic solutions designed to optimize vehicle maintenance and performance through service-oriented architecture.
DevOps-Driven OTA Framework for Automotive Systems
Modern OTA deployment framework integrating DevOps practices for secure, scalable, and continuous software updates in automotive platforms.
Multi-modal Intelligent Trusted Responsive Assistant
AI-powered assistant combining multi-modal intelligence, trusted decision-making, and responsive interaction for advanced automotive user experiences.
BLDC Motor Control – MOTIX™ TLE9893
AUTOSAR-aligned generic PoC for hall-sensor BLDC control with diagnostics, bootloader & lifecycle management.
Bootloader Flash V&V
Requirement-based validation of UDS flashing: erase, download, CRC check, reset.
Cellular Modem V&V
Structured validation ensuring secure and stable LTE connectivity for telematics.
Wi-Fi Module Validation
Requirement-based verification of Wi-Fi enable, scan, connect, IP assignment, and stability monitoring.
LIN Module Functional Validation
Requirement-based LIN communication verification ensuring stable and deterministic ECU network behavior.
Code Safety & MISRA Compliance
Static code analysis for early defect detection, MISRA compliance, and improved embedded software safety.
100% Structural Coverage in C++
VectorCAST-driven verification ensuring Statement, Branch, and MC/DC coverage for safety-critical systems.
BLDC Motor ECU Functional Validation
Comprehensive functional validation and testing of BLDC motor ECUs to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance with automotive standards.
IMU Module Functional Validation
Advanced validation and testing of IMU modules to ensure accurate motion sensing, stability, and reliable automotive performance.
Mic & Speaker Module Functional Validation
Comprehensive testing and validation of microphone and speaker modules for reliable automotive audio communication systems.
RTC Software Verification & Validation
Robust verification and validation of RTC software ensuring accurate time synchronization and dependable embedded system performance.
TLS Communication Module Functional Validation
Secure communication module testing and validation focused on TLS reliability, encryption integrity, and automotive cybersecurity compliance.
SSD Software Verification & Validation
Comprehensive SSD software verification and validation ensuring reliable storage performance, data integrity, and system stability.
SecOC Secure Onboard Communication Validation
Validation of secure onboard communication mechanisms ensuring message authenticity, integrity, and cybersecurity compliance in automotive networks.
Secure Boot Validation
Comprehensive secure boot validation ensuring trusted startup sequences, software authenticity, and protection against unauthorized code execution.
HSE Software Verification & Validation
Robust verification and validation of Hardware Security Engine software for secure cryptographic operations and automotive cybersecurity assurance.
U-Boot Bootloader Verification & Validation
Detailed verification and validation of U-Boot bootloader functionality ensuring reliable system initialization and secure embedded platform startup.
Functional Safety (FuSa) Validation
Automotive functional safety validation focused on ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and dependable ECU behavior under critical conditions.
Safety Framework Functional Validation
Comprehensive validation of automotive safety frameworks ensuring reliable fault handling, system monitoring, and operational safety compliance.
Watchdog Module Functional Validation
Structured watchdog module validation ensuring reliable system monitoring, fault recovery, and stable ECU software operation.
EGAS Level 3 Monitoring
Vendor-specific safety library integration for hardware monitoring, diagnostics, and safe state handling.
ROS 2 IPCF Integration
Low-latency bidirectional communication between Cortex-A53 and Cortex-M7 using ROS 2 and IPCF.
GNSS Verification & Validation
Structured GNSS firmware and satellite acquisition validation ensuring accurate and reliable positioning.
Functional Safety for Autonomous EV Bus
ISO 26262-based safety engineering for an L4 autonomous, zero-emission EV bus platform using drive-by-wire systems.
Model-in-the-Loop (MIL) Validation
Early-stage validation of automotive application software using model-based development to reduce integration risks and improve software maturity.
Automotive Model-Based Application Software Engineering
Scalable, safety-aligned gateway application software development using MBD, AUTOSAR, and structured engineering processes.
GPIO Expander Qualification Testing
Requirement-based verification of GPIO Expander behavior for initialization, configuration, interrupts, and runtime stability.
Functional Safety at IAST
ISO 26262-based safety engineering for Gateway ECU base software, including DIA, safety plan, analyses, requirements, architecture, and verification.
HS / LS / HSLS Driver Testing
Requirement-based verification of HS, LS, and HSLS driver modules covering communication, switching, and runtime stability.
XCP Module Qualification Testing
Verification of XCP parameter mapping, ADC scaling, sensor validation, and runtime stability in embedded systems.
FMEDA for Vehicle Control Unit
ISO 26262-aligned FMEDA for VCU hardware, safety mechanisms, diagnostic coverage, SPFM, LFM, and PMHF evaluation.
Autonomous Drive Bot for an EV Bus
ASIL D system engineering, software architecture, safety, and cybersecurity for a Level 4 zero-emission autonomous transit platform.
OTA / FOTA: Secure Update Management
Secure remote software and firmware update management for connected automotive ECUs with fail-safe rollback and cybersecurity protection.
Secure TLS (Transport Layer Security)
Secure communication framework for embedded and connected vehicle software systems.
OP-TEE Integrated HSE Cryptographic Framework
Secure runtime architecture using OP-TEE, ARM TrustZone, and HSE for trusted automotive cryptographic operations.
Secure Storage
Protected storage solutions for sensitive data, keys, and secure embedded applications.
Secure Access
Authentication and secure access control for connected platforms.
UBoot Security
Secure bootloader protection for embedded automotive devices.
Analog Front End
Safety-compliant battery monitoring software for mild-hybrid vehicles that reliably detects and responds to electrical faults before they cause system failures.
FS6504 System Basis Chip Integration in 48V BMS ECU
Safety-supervised BMS ECU using a System Basis Chip for independent MCU monitoring and automatic safe shutdown.