Automotive and aerospace electronic systems. Dependability requirements
P.D. Rose · 2005
This paper reviews the history of control electronics in both the automotive and aerospace industries, plotting the improvements in reliability as the expectations of customers have increased, and the need for dependability as the functions have become safety critical. The convergence of the requirements of automotive and aerospace electronics are noted, along with similarities and outstanding differences. Cost effective methods of overcoming the differences, and using a common approach to enable mutual advancement are discussed.