Next-Generation Embedded-Flash Microcontrollers from STMicroelectronics Drive Car Safety and Security to a New Level
(Thomson Reuters ONE) -
Multi-core microcontrollers enable functional safety and encryption in
automotive systems
Geneva, April 21, 2015 - STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a global semiconductor
leader serving customers across the spectrum of electronics applications and a
top supplier of automotive ICs, today announced new members in its multi-core
microcontroller (MCU) family aimed at making cars safer. These new devices are
the first to be launched with ST's proprietary in-house 40nm embedded Flash
process.
The new automotive MCUs combine compliance with the most stringent automotive
safety standards[1], encryption for security, and increased memory size for the
storage of vital programs and data, strengthening ST's product line of fault-
tolerant microcontrollers for demanding applications throughout the car. These
mission-critical applications include engine management, transmission, anti-lock
braking, electric power steering, active suspension, and advanced driver
assistance systems (ADAS).
"Security and functional safety compliance are essential to realizing cutting-
edge high-reliability System-on-Chip ICs for mission-critical automotive
applications," said Fabio Marchio, Group Vice President, General Manager of ST's
Automotive Microcontroller & Infotainment Division. "Offering a simple and
compelling upward-migration path from existing parts, our new automotive MCUs
enable improved vehicle performance and economy with no compromises in security,
while delivering savings in development by promoting hardware and software
reuse."
Part of ST's Power Architecture(TM) single-chip 32-bit automotive-MCU family,
the SPC58NE product line combines multiple high-performance dual-issue cores
with up to 6MB Flash and 768kB internal RAM memory, eight CAN (Controller Area
Network) interfaces, and an optimized peripheral set based on the end
application. The multiple cores ensure redundancy in these most-important
applications to meet the safety and security demands of vehicle manufacturers-
and consumers.
The SPC58NE product line is currently available in BGA 292 and LQFP176 package
configurations. KGD versions are also planned in the near future. Compliant
with the ISO 26262 ASIL-D and EVITA Medium class, the SPC58NE84 is sampling now.
For further information, including pricing, please contact your ST sales office.
Notes to Editors:
1. ST's in-house embedded Flash (eFlash) process technology builds upon the
Company's 20-year expertise in embedded Flash. By moving to a smaller process
geometry, ST has increased the density of Flash memory and peripheral functions
that can be integrated on a single chip. Multicore MCUs built using ST's new
40nm process technology are able to support a maximum capacity of more than
16MB of on-board Flash memory.
2. While the need for security in cars has been in place for many years,
development in this area now ensures security is a base ingredient of the
system. Originally, automotive security was mostly localized to a few sub-
systems, to protect electric-engine parameters stored in Flash from being
modified. Automotive security is now becoming pervasive and, in some cases, is
mandatory. Security now extends to the hardware security module (HSM) system,
targeting EVITA (E-safety Vehicle Intrusion Protected Applications) Medium
Class, which can be seen as an autonomous and isolated system, embedded into the
microcontroller, handling all security operations.
About STMicroelectronics
ST is a global leader in the semiconductor market serving customers across the
spectrum of sense and power and automotive products and embedded processing
solutions. From energy management and savings to trust and data security, from
healthcare and wellness to smart consumer devices, in the home, car and office,
at work and at play, ST is found everywhere microelectronics make a positive and
innovative contribution to people's life. By getting more from technology to get
more from life, ST stands for life.augmented.
In 2014, the Company's net revenues were $7.40 billion. Further information on
ST can be found at www.st.com.
For Press Information Contact:
Michael Markowitz
STMicroelectronics
Director Technical Media Relations
+1 781 591 0354
Michael.Markowitz(at)st.com
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[1] The ISO 26262 ASIL D functional safety standard defines the rules needed in
order to avoid unreasonable risk due to hazards caused by malfunctioning of the
complete electrical system. The microcontroller's role is extremely critical so
all sections of the standard that are applicable have been evaluated for ST's
automotive -safety devices.
New Automotive MCUs from STMicro:
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