The parktronic video systems , which give 360- degree panorama of obstacles, until now, were the attribute only of most expensive models. BMW together with Freescale semiconductors inc. declare, that they succeeded in sufficiently lowering the prime cost of analogous devices in order to use them in the standard assemblies of accessible machines. The key component of new system is the 32- bit micro-controller qorivva, which adds together the images, which enter with 4- X cameras, situated along the angles of automobile, and the rear cameras .
The new controller frees producers from the need for using video cable for each individual camera , it cost approximately $10 per piece. It is capable in the real time to signal process , compressed through JPEG and transferred via usual twin cable. The process of image layout is achieved under the operating system autosar.
BMW plans to release automobiles in the lower price segment , completed by the described systems. Related Products :
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