Vehicle Controller Service Processing with Dynamic IP Allocation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing vehicle network technologies, such as CAN and FlexRay-based networks, struggle to support high transmission rates required by telematics and infotainment systems, and implementing Ethernet-based networks is costly and complex, especially when adding new services due to the use of static IP addresses.

Innovation Solution

A service processing device for vehicle controllers that allocates dynamic IP addresses and access point names, allowing new services to be processed without updating the database or routing rule table, even when new applications are installed, by using a routing rule table to match dynamic IP addresses with service groups and deliver data to the corresponding access point names based on load statuses.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If static IP addresses are allocated for services, then network stability is improved, but adaptability to new services deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvenetwork stabilityVSAvoidadaptability to new services
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dynamics by transitioning from static IP address allocation to dynamic IP address allocation. The controller dynamically assigns IP addresses to services based on their types and current network conditions, allowing the system to adapt to new services without requiring pre-configured static addresses. This resolves the contradiction by maintaining network stability through structured dynamic allocation while improving adaptability to new services.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the parameter of IP address allocation from static to dynamic. By introducing dynamic IP address allocation based on service types and network conditions, the system can accommodate new services flexibly while maintaining stable network operation. The controller modifies allocation parameters according to service requirements, resolving the contradiction between stability and adaptability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Speed

If Ethernet-based network is implemented, then transmission rate is improved, but device complexity and cost deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetransmission rateVSAvoidnetwork implementation complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
SpeedVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the network into different service groups based on transmission rate requirements. High-speed services are separated from standard services, allowing the system to implement Ethernet-based high-speed communication only where needed rather than throughout the entire network. This reduces overall complexity and cost while maintaining high transmission rates for critical services.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies partial action by implementing Ethernet-based high-speed network only for services that require it, rather than deploying it universally. The controller selectively allocates high-speed network resources based on service type and requirements, reducing implementation complexity and cost while achieving high transmission rates where necessary.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #16Partial or excessive action

3Measurement precision

If routing rule table is updated for new services, then service processing accuracy is improved, but loss of time deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveservice processing accuracyVSAvoidtime for database correction
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSLoss of time

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by pre-defining service groups and their corresponding IP address allocation rules in the controller. When a new service is introduced, the system can immediately apply pre-established allocation patterns without requiring manual database updates or configuration changes. This eliminates time loss while maintaining processing accuracy through structured preliminary rules.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent implements self-service by enabling the controller to automatically allocate IP addresses and manage routing rules for new services without external intervention. The system self-adapts to new services by applying predefined allocation policies, eliminating the need for manual database corrections and reducing time loss while maintaining accurate service processing.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Data Source

PatentUS20250014394A1Service Processing Device of Vehicle Controller and Method Thereof
Publication Date: 2025.01.09 HYUNDAI MOTOR CO LTD
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AI summary

Disclosed is a service processing device for a vehicle controller, and a method thereof. The service processing device of a vehicle controller includes a plurality of access point names (APNs) that communicates with a server, and a controller that allocates dynamic internet protocol (IP) addresses for services provided by the vehicle controller and to, when receiving data of a service having a dynamic IP address, deliver the data to an APN corresponding to the dynamic IP address.