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AI Puts HBM and Functional Safety in the Driver's Seat
Multi-modal generative AI is transforming ADAS with compute-heavy LLMs, driving demand for HBM and memory safety to enable smarter, more human-like, and safer automotive navigation.
Cars Take the Wheel in Memory and Storage Innovation
Part 1 of a series: Once tech followers, vehicles now lead the charge in advanced memory and storage, reshaping semiconductors with demands for speed, security, and software-defined performance.
Tech Innovations Help Consumers Say Goodbye to EV Range Anxiety
Financial incentives and future legislation are pushing EV adoption, but advanced power electronics and battery technologies are crucial to addressing range anxiety and driving broader acceptance.
ASIL Decomposition and Functional Safety
In this blog, Robert Bielby explains how engineers leverage redundancy, decomposition, and fault detection to certify standard components for advanced safety compliance at the system level.
A Deeper Dive on Functional Safety (FuSa)
Ensuring vehicle safety requires rigorous design, but failures still happen. This blog dives into FuSa random fault coverage, breaking down ASIL metrics, failure rates, and how safety mechanisms work.
Are we Headed for ‘LLMs on Wheels?’
With ever-increasing demands for data, cars of the future have been dubbed data centers on wheels. But will they become LLMs on wheels? Learn why Automotive Expert Robert Bielby thinks so.
Looking into the Crystal Ball – the CASE for Automotive
In this blog post, automotive expert Robert Bielby shares the vehicle trends he expects to see moving into 2025 and beyond and presents a helpful framework for anticipating these shifts.
New Risks on the Road: Robert Bielby on Automotive Security
In this blog, Robert Bielby explores the critical role of cybersecurity in keeping modern vehicles safe. He dives into potential points of attack and the industry standards meant to keep bad actors out.
Driving the Future: Emobi's Role in EV Security & Innovation
This special In the Arena episode features co-host Robert Bielby and Emobi CEO Lin Sun Fa as they dive into EV security, advanced charging tech, and the future of automotive innovation.
The Rise of High-End Audio in Modern Vehicles
Automotive expert Robert Bielby explores the trend of bringing high-end audio into cars, from luxury sound systems to tech like Separated Sound Zone, reshaping the in-car audio experience.
How Software-Defined Vehicles are Reshaping the Auto Industry
Robert Bielby explains Software-Defined Vehicles and their promise to revolutionize the auto industry, enabling personalized features, Over-the-Air (OTA) updates, and new revenue streams for automakers.
From Chaos to Control: The Future of Automotive E/E Architecture
Robert Bielby explains the automotive industry's shift from distributed to centralized E/E architecture. As vehicles become more like data centers on wheels, this evolution will reduce wiring complexity and improve efficiency and reliability.
A Primer on Functional Safety in Auto
Automotive expert Robert Bielby discusses how increased vehicle autonomy raises the focus on automotive functional safety, driven by ISO standards. He covers ASIL levels, system complexity, and more.
Why a Self-Driving Car Might Run a “STOB” Sign: To ViT or Not To ViT
Automotive expert Robert Bielby compares Convolutional Neural Networks and Vision Transformers in self-driving cars, discussing tradeoffs between the need for training data and accuracy, as well as the emergence of hybrid models.
The Evolution of AI in ADAS 2.0
Autonomous vehicles reduce accidents by using sensor fusion (cameras, radar, LIDAR) for better perception. Advances in AI, including CNNs and vision transformers, will enhance safety and performance.
Automotive Meets Chiplets: Robert Bielby’s Perspective on the Impact of Level 3 ADAS on Emerging Semiconductor Tech
Robert Bielby discusses the impact of Level 3 ADAS on automotive chip technology, highlighting the need for new system-level architectures and advanced SoCs to handle diverse workloads. He explores the adoption of chiplet technology, which offers efficiency and cost benefits over traditional monolithic solutions.
What is ADAS? A Primer From Automotive Expert Robert Bielby
Discover how Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are transforming the automotive industry. From Level 0 to Level 5, learn about the different ADAS levels and their impact on driving safety. See why ADAS features are becoming a top priority for car buyers and how they're making our roads safer and driving smarter.
All Things Auto…Let’s Begin
TechArena innovation blogger Robert Bielby kicks off his content series on how the automotive sector is being disrupted by technology.