Introduction
The global automotive marketplace is expanding,
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with projections indicating growth to the end of
this decade and beyond. At the heart of this
expansion are new and disruptive innovations in
electrification, autonomy, in-vehicle experience, and
connectivity. These technologies are complelling
manufacturers to change their approach to
electrical/electronic (E/E) architectures, as
conventional techniques are ill-equipped to handle
the burgeoning capabilities expected by users.
Conventional vehicles are based on a domain
architecture, in which systems are grouped by
function, with large and complex cable harnesses.
But a new concept in vehicle design has emerged:
zonal architecture. Offering a more efficient
solution, zonal architecture streamlines the
introduction of new technology. This eBook will
highlight the advantages of zonal architecture and
ways that designers can exploit these advantages
in the automotive and other industries.
TE Connectivity is a global leader in the design
and manufacture of interconnection products
that deliver performance and reliability for a
broad range of markets. With more than 75 years
of experience in the automotive industry, TE
Connectivity has the technology to drive the next
generation of E/E architectures.
Microchip Technology is a leading provider of
microcontroller, mixed-signal, analog, and Flash-
IP solutions, including an extensive array of
automotive-grade products. Microchip's innovative
solutions are engineered to support the rigorous
requirements of the automotive industry.
Together, Microchip and TE Connectivity deliver
groundbreaking connectivity for the challenges of
zonal architecture, combining high speed, robust
design, and advanced features for tomorrow's
automotive applications.
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Zonal Architecture: Delivering New Standards of Connectivity for Automotive and Beyond
