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10 Proven in the Harshest Environments Applying Ethernet in a Mixed Architecture To handle increased data demands and high-speed connectivity, sophisticated network infrastructure is needed. Controller Area Network (CAN) bus architectures, which typically manage speeds up to 500kbps, have been the stalwart backbone for most heavy-duty vehicles' communication networks for a few decades. However, the data bandwidth required for advanced vehicle functionality and automated features for safety and productivity is too great to be served by CAN alone. Data Connectivity in Harsh Environments Christian Manko, Data Connectivity Product Manager, TE Connectivity C ustomers are demanding functionality that automates or enhances operational tasks to increase driver productivity and safety and, in many cases, reduce total cost of ownership. Basic customer requirements for vehicles now include automatic adaptive braking and steering, onboard diagnostics, vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to- infrastructure (V2I) communication, and cameras that give drivers a 360-degree view of their environment. These features require large amounts of data to be transmitted at high speeds. As engineers design new models to meet these customer demands, the challenge is to ensure signal integrity and data transmission in the trucking and off-highway industries' harsh environment.