How BMW uses AWS to scale and automate SDV with virtual ECUs
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BMW is using AWS to transform its software development process for Electronic Control Units (ECUs) through a three-step virtualization approach:
- Step 1: Virtualized a single Android-based infotainment ECU on AWS, enabling faster development and remote testing
- Step 2: Added network connectivity to external services and BMW's backend, allowing end-to-end virtual testing
- Step 3: Networked multiple virtual ECUs with different operating systems (Linux, AUTOSAR) to enable comprehensive testing
Key benefits include:
- Reduced setup time from hours to 3 minutes
- Global access for 2,000+ internal users
- Accelerated time-to-market
- Improved collaboration and testing capabilities
BMW plans to further enhance the virtual ECU platform by expanding use cases, improving technical capabilities, and integrating AI technologies.
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