Shift2SDV

A common software development framework and hardware independent microservice-oriented middleware architecture for the stepwise migration to the software-defined Vehicle of the future 

Project Description

The EU-funded Shift2SDV project will build on the HAL4SDV ecosystem and extend the software-defined vehicle (SDV) ecosystem using a middleware and API framework to enhance collaboration in the automotive sector. In contrast to the first project in the Chips-JU program, HAL4SDV (RIA type), which is focusing on “hardware abstraction” in first instance and TRLs up to level 5, the successor IA type project Shift2SDV focusses on middleware research and developments up to TRL 7. By developing a modular framework with microservices, the project will address the limitations of current systems, ensuring compatibility with both in-vehicle and cloud technologies. Key goals include establishing secure architecture, simplifying application development, and integrating edge computing. Through effective communication and collaboration, the project seeks to bolster European leadership in SDVs and drive innovation in the automotive industry.

The key technical objectives of SHIFT2SDV are to design and implement a modern, flexible, microservices based software architecture and middleware framework that significantly reduces complexity in brand specific application development. 

Specifically, the project plans to:

• Develop a modern, flexible micro-services-based architecture to support safe and secure configuration and updateability supporting transition from current monolith designs.
• Develop a framework simplifying the development of differentiating brand applications.
• Develop a safe and secure system architecture that supports functional safety verification and automation.
• Develop an orchestration that efficiently manages shared resources and safety demands.
• Develop a framework that spreads over the edge device to integrate cloud and back-end.
• Demonstrate the viability of the developed middleware by implementing concrete use cases.