The core of tomorrow's autonomous platforms

A compact, modular ASIL-D computer specially designed for mobile platforms that require integrated power electronics to drive actuators as well as the Nvidia GPUs for advanced processing of AI algorithm. It is a facilitator for development of smart mobile platforms with or without ADAS functions out of the box and effortlessly.

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The brain of tomorrow's robots

Rbox is the gathering of a supercomputer, an operating system, software libraries, sensors and actuators, capable of managing most of the vehicle functions from basic to ADAS and autonomous driving. Rbox-R is built on an innovative and peerless architecture compliant with automotive safety standards.
Proposed in 3 different models, RBox is designed to fit all kinds of vehicles and robots.​

Key Features

Wireless real-time communication, LTE, NFC, GPS, WiFi, TPMS, V2X, LoRa​

Communication array for vehicle communication interchange.

Feature proof ECU​

Extensions can be added, from large power units to I/Os

Power unit

Supplied by up to 60V, power drives up to 600V and 250 Amps for motor control function, with or without redundancy.

Wired connection​

With connections like CAN-FD, Ethernet single-lane, LIN, UART, K-Line, RS232, SSI or USB so it can be linked with a variety of robotic devices.

RCU functions​

Used as a complete Robot Control Unit, the RBox allows from vehicle power-up, highpower processing to autonomous functions and communication.

GPU Capable​

Allows installation of a Nvidia NX/AGX to support AI functions.​

Communication modules​

GPS

High-sensitivity GNSS (GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, BeiDou)

4G/5G & V2X

Communications with vehicle-to-vehicle, LTE or 5G TPMS, NFC, RFDI & Eric-Lora.

Motion sensors

Module MTi-1-T or MTi-3-T, accelerometers, 3 axis magnetometers, 3 axis MEMS with gyroscope & humidity sensor.​

Interfaces

Cooling system

For water colling system with forced convection or link to a water chiller.

Sensor interface

Connection to various sensors like absolute or incremental encoders, temperature sensors, etc.

Aluminum housing

With water cooling system or forced convection

Communication interfaces

Modules to allow optional modules for communication like V2X, LTE, etc.

Power Supply

Main supply for processing units and low-power I/Os for accessories.

Extension connection

Allows for extra I/Os or interface to external motor controllers.

Communication

Wireless real-time communication

Manages wireless communication​.

Communication Stack​​

Manages communication on different busses like CAN-FD, RS232, RS485, LIN, K-Line​.

Fleet Management

Direct integration of central control and demand-based operation​.

Scripting

Allows user to edit functions and execute at any point. Today scripting includes microPython only​.

Cloud Connection​

Allows interactions with cloud services if connected with an LTE, 3G or WiFi device​.

Precision Navigation​

High fidelity GPS that utilizes correctional data to more accurately determine a position​.​

Processors & rear modules​

nVidia Xavier AGX

Up to 2 modules supported in parallel. They are supplied from different PSUs with current, voltage and temperature supervision.

nVidia Xavier NX ​

Placed with adaptors on the same spot with the nVidia AGX, it allows for a lower cost solution and power dissipation, thus making it more energy efficient and useful in hot climates.​​

Intel i7 ​

The 11th generation of Intel processor, allows for a windows installation inside the system thus facilitating applications like Matlab Simulin, RTMaps to be runned like on any other desktop application.​

CPU Modules

BMS

Features

  • Up to 120 V monitoring
  • Interface with 2 analog 5V current sensors
  • Drive up to of 6 contactors in dual MCU mode
  • 8 High-Side outputs with current sense (8 A/ch, 20A max)
  • Master Disconnect supervision (MSD) with wakeup
  • 2 CAN-FD Interfaces
  • ASIL-C design
  • SD Card for internal & independent battery data storage
  • On-board high-voltage measurement system
  • Support extension for PLC communication at 230 VAC
  • Up to 8 direct CMU extension connections
  • On-board sensors for shock and vibration monitoring
  • Rbox integrated design or Stand-alone
  • Direct link to power distribution board
  • Optional real-time wireless communication Extension module with CAN-FD
  • Kartrix Integrated

Cell Monitoring Unit

Features

  • Lithium battery monitor
  • 4, 5 or 6 Cells or 10, 11 or 12 Cells
  • 1 High-Side outputs with current sense for module heater (2 A/ch)
  • 1 CAN-FD Interfaces
  • ASIL-C design
  • On-board high-voltage measurement
  • On-board sensors for shock and vibration monitoring
  • RBox integrated design or Stand-alone
  • Direct link to power distribution board
  • Internal discharge board
  • Capable to drive external resistors though connector
  • Integrated Flash memory for cell information storage
  • Ampseal 23 connection for integrated configuration
  • Kartrix Integrated

Unit Size

Full Size

340 x 240 mm internal​

Boards includes:​ Power board configuration C​ & distribution board configuration B

Half Size H/V

160 x 240 mm or 340 x 120 mm​

Boards includes:​ Processor boards​ configuration A​ & distribution board configuration A

One third size​

110 x 240 mm max​​

Boards includes:​ cell monitoring units​ & PLC Module​

Battery management

BMS

Features

  • Up to 120 V monitoring
  • Interface with 2 analog 5V current sensors
  • Drive up to of 6 contactors in dual MCU mode
  • 8 High-Side outputs with current sense (8 A/ch, 20A max)
  • Master Disconnect supervision (MSD) with wakeup
  • 2 CAN-FD Interfaces
  • ASIL-C design
  • SD Card for internal & independent battery data storage
  • On-board high-voltage measurement system
  • Support extension for PLC communication at 230 VAC
  • Up to 8 direct CMU extension connections
  • On-board sensors for shock and vibration monitoring
  • Rbox integrated design or Stand-alone
  • Direct link to power distribution board
  • Optional real-time wireless communication Extension module with CAN-FD
  • Kartrix Integrated

Fuel efficiency

  • 8.5 / 7.1 (city/Hwy)

Engine

  • 1.4L MultiAir
  • 16V, I-4 Turbo

Cell Monitoring Unit

Features

  • Lithium battery monitor
  • 4, 5 or 6 Cells or 10, 11 or 12 Cells
  • 1 High-Side outputs with current sense for module heater (2 A/ch)
  • 1 CAN-FD Interfaces
  • ASIL-C design
  • On-board high-voltage measurement
  • On-board sensors for shock and vibration monitoring
  • RBox integrated design or Stand-alone
  • Direct link to power distribution board
  • Internal discharge board
  • Capable to drive external resistors though connector
  • Integrated Flash memory for cell information storage
  • Ampseal 23 connection for integrated configuration
  • Kartrix Integrated

Fuel efficiency

  • 8.5 / 7.1 (city/Hwy)

Cells

  • 3.3 V Lithium cells
  • 2.5 V Lithium Titanate Cells

Front & rear modules

Computer modules configurations​

Type A

  • Basic motion controller with input sensors​

Type B

  • Motion controller with processing nVidia module​

Type C

  • Processing module: intel i7 

Power modules configurations

Configuration A – Dual modules

  • 6-ch of 48 V DC @ 50 Amps each for motor control​​
  • 8-ch of 48 V DC @ 10 Amps each for High-Side drive​​

Configuration B – Dual modules

  • 6-ch of 48 V DC @ 150 Amps each for motor control​

Configuration C – Single module

  • 6-ch of 600 V DC @ 50 Amps​

Power distribution boards

Half size

  • 200 Amps distribution capability​
  • 4 on-board contactors​
    • 2 for output​
    • 2 for charger connection​
  • 150 Amps output fuse
  • 2 x 50 Amps accessory fuse
  • On-board current sensors
  • Press-fit connectors​

Full size

  • dual supply up to 48 V each and 80 Amps​
  • 80 Amps dual contactors​
  • 12 Automotive relays for 12 or 24 V power systems​
  • One fuse per output​
  • Press-fit connection
  • Blown fuse detection​