ZF and SiliconAuto Launch Real-Time I/O Chip for Autonomous Vehicle Systems
ZF and SiliconAuto unveiled a new real-time I/O interface chip for autonomous vehicles at embedded world 2026 in Nuremberg. The chip architecture targets next-generation ADAS and automated driving platforms, enhancing efficiency by processing sensor data directly in hardware. It integrates with SiliconAuto's XMotiv M3 microcontroller, reducing the load on central processors and supporting modular, SoC-agnostic designs. The project aligns with European semiconductor goals and is backed by Germany's Federal Ministry for Education, Research and Space.

ZF and SiliconAuto introduced a real-time I/O interface chip for autonomous vehicles at embedded world 2026 in Nuremberg. This chip simplifies high-performance computing for next-generation ADAS and automated driving systems by acquiring and pre-processing sensor data directly in hardware.
It works with SiliconAuto's XMotiv M3 microcontroller, managing functions like secure boot and power sequencing. The architecture aims to reduce the burden on central processors, enhance efficiency, and allow automotive OEMs flexibility in choosing compute platforms. It also supports open interconnect standards for scalability and aligns with European semiconductor initiatives, receiving support from Germany's Federal Ministry for Education, Research and Space.




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