ECU (electronic control unit)

URI: https://gptkb.org/entity/ECU_(electronic_control_unit)
GPTKB entity
Statements (49)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:smartphone
automotive component
gptkbp:abbreviation piston engine
gptkbp:alsoKnownAs gptkb:body_control_module_(BCM)
gptkb:engine_control_module_(ECM)
gptkb:transmission_control_module_(TCM)
powertrain control module (PCM)
gptkbp:canBeReprogrammed yes
gptkbp:communicatesVia gptkb:Ethernet
gptkb:FlexRay
gptkb:LIN_bus
gptkb:CAN_bus
gptkbp:component vehicle electronic system
gptkbp:contains gptkb:microprocessor
gptkb:software
actuators
sensors
gptkbp:controls gptkb:car
power steering
airbags
climate control
infotainment systems
braking systems
body electronics
engine functions
gptkbp:criticalFor modern vehicles
gptkbp:diagnosedBy gptkb:OBD-II_scanner
gptkbp:enables fuel efficiency
safety features
vehicle diagnostics
emission control
engine management
gptkbp:executedBy control algorithms
gptkbp:fullName piston engine
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label ECU (electronic control unit)
gptkbp:introducedIn 1970s
gptkbp:location trunk
passenger compartment
engine compartment
gptkbp:monitors vehicle sensors
gptkbp:notableRelease firmware update
gptkbp:numberPerVehicle can exceed 100 in luxury cars
gptkbp:programmingLanguage automotive engineers
gptkbp:requires gptkb:battery
gptkbp:usedIn automobiles
motorcycles
trucks
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Subaru_EyeSight
gptkbp:bfsLayer 7