Functional Safety for CNN Soft IP in Automotive Applications
Introduction As the automotive industry moves toward higher levels of automation, the integration of Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) in perception systems has become critical. CNN-based soft Intellectual Property (IP) is widely used in Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) for real-time image and sensor data processing. However, ensuring functional safety compliance for […]
Functional Safety for ARM Soft IP in Automotive Applications
Introduction In the automotive industry, ensuring functional safety compliance is crucial, especially when integrating third-party intellectual property (IP) such as ARM soft IP into safety-critical applications. A safety case for ARM soft IP demonstrates how the IP meets ISO 26262 requirements and supports the overall system’s safety goals. Understanding ARM Soft IP in Automotive Safety […]
Functional Safety for Steering Function
Ensuring Safe and Reliable Steering Control in Automotive Systems AIsemi has successfully implemented a functional safety framework for automotive steering functions, ensuring safe vehicle maneuverability under normal and failure conditions. Through a structured approach involving Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA), FMEDA, and safety mechanism implementation, we have enhanced the safety and reliability of steering […]
Functional Safety for ASIC Encoder
Comprehensive Safety Analysis for ASIC Encoder AIsemi has contributed to the functional safety aspects of an ASIC Encoder, a critical component in automotive applications used to measure wheel speed and steering angle. Our efforts encompassed the development of various ISO 26262 work products, including safety case development, safety analysis, safety mechanism design, safety requirements specification, […]
Industry Specific Use Case : Functional Safety & Performance Optimization for Encoder Systems
Building a Scalable and Safe Platform-Level Encoder System for Automotive & Industrial Applications AIsemi has successfully developed a platform-level Encoder System, ensuring high reliability, functional safety, and seamless integration across multiple hardware and software environments. Unlike ASIC-specific encoder implementations, this platform-level solution provides scalability, modularity, and cross-domain applicability, making it suitable for automotive, industrial automation, […]
Challenges in Structured Requirement Management for Automotive Functional Safety
Introduction Automotive functional safety, as defined by ISO 26262, relies on a structured requirement management process to ensure the development of safe and compliant systems. However, managing safety requirements effectively across multiple teams, tools, and lifecycle phases presents significant challenges. Poorly structured requirement management can lead to safety gaps, compliance issues, and costly rework. Problem […]
Challenges of Parallel Execution of Functional Safety Lifecycle with ASIC Development Flow
Introduction Automotive semiconductor development is increasingly integrating functional safety (FuSa) requirements in compliance with ISO 26262. A major challenge arises when the FuSa lifecycle must run in parallel with the ASIC development flow. The complexity of aligning these two processes without introducing inefficiencies or compliance risks is a key issue for safety teams and development […]
Challenges in Structured Requirement Management for Automotive Functional Safety
Introduction Automotive functional safety, as defined by ISO 26262, relies on a structured requirement management process to ensure the development of safe and compliant systems. However, managing safety requirements effectively across multiple teams, tools, and lifecycle phases presents significant challenges. Poorly structured requirement management can lead to safety gaps, compliance issues, and costly rework. Problem […]
Challenges in Automotive Functional Safety Lifecycle and Process for ASIC Flow
Introduction Functional safety (FuSa) is essential for ensuring that systems operate reliably and safely under all conditions, especially as industries move towards more automated and complex systems. In this context, ASIC (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) development plays a central role, serving as the foundation for safety-critical systems. However, embedding safety requirements into the lifecycle and processes […]
Challenges in Optimizing Automotive Functional Safety Lifecycle and Project Safety Plan
Introduction Organizations need to integrate safety compliance into project workflows without compromising efficiency. This means optimizing processes, reducing redundancies, and ensuring that safety measures do not slow down project execution. Functional safety implementation can be expensive if not planned efficiently. A well-optimized safety plan should strategically allocate resources, automate verification processes, and streamline compliance documentation […]