Orclever Proceedings of Research and Development

Application of The N-1 Rule in Third Stop (CHMSL) and Thermal Conditions Management Technology

Barış İspir

AL-KOR Makine Kalıp San.ve Tic A.Ş.

https://orcid.org/0009-0006-1710-0675

Barbaros Kurt

AL-KOR Makine Kalıp San.ve Tic A.Ş.

https://orcid.org/0009-0009-6579-4175

DOI: https://doi.org/10.56038/oprd.v5i1.613

Keywords: CHMSL, Third Brake Light, N-1 Rule, Safety, Automotive Electronics, Electronic Thermal Management

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Abstract

Automotive electronics play a critical role in enhancing vehicle performance, safety, and user experience. Recent technological advancements have been applied to the automotive sector, leading to significant changes in both in-vehicle and external systems, as well as vehicle-driver interactions.

In the traditional CHMSL (Center High Mount Stop Lamp) technology, faults such as open or short circuits in LEDs could not be detected by the vehicle, which posed safety risks. However, with modern technology, when one LED fails, the others can be made to shut off as well. This allows the vehicle's Electronic Control Unit (ECU) to easily detect a sudden drop in current and alert the driver via an error message. This improves safety while also reducing costs by eliminating the need for diagnostic cables.

This study also addresses the issue of thermal heat dissipation caused by LEDs and driver integrators, which must be placed in the narrow space of the CHMSL lamp's long and narrow physical design. A new technology, THERMAL SHARING resistors, is introduced to improve thermal management. This technology helps achieve better thermal distribution.

CHMSL lamp control is critical for vehicle safety, and developing an effective and reliable control mechanism is essential. Detecting faults and improving thermal management enhances both product and traffic safety. Additionally, the paper explores potential future developments and aims to provide a deeper analysis of the importance of these technologies in automotive electronics. It will present key findings on innovative solutions in the sector and their contributions to user experience.

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