Intevia FAQ

Operating System

Q: What is the Operating System?

A: The operating system (OS) consists of an integrated suite of firmware (i.e. embedded microcontroller software), which runs on the microcontroller core and is incorporated into the proprietary electronic hardware.

The software operating system provides a range of programmable services such as:

• Communications and networking – a range of interfaces and protocols are supported so networks of Intevia^® fastening mechanisms can communicate with each other and to external services, networks and remote activation software applications.
• Sensing – the operating system allows for the connection of internal sensors (relative to fastener mechanisms status and performance) and external sensors (that are ancillary but related to a particular mechanism or process).
• Input/Output switching – the OS can be configured to support multiple channels for the control of networked slave Intevia^® fastener mechanisms, external devices and sensors.
• Addressable memory – each Intevia^® intelligent fastener mechanism can have a unique addressable ID.
• Energy optimization – routines to optimize the activation of various fasteners mechanisms while minimizing power consumption
• Ancillary switching logic – the OS can control ancillary switching functions that may be related to the actual fastening application, (i.e. service lighting behind access panels).

Q: How is security achieved?

A: High levels of security can be achieved using encryption techniques and user authentication procedures that ensure only authorized personnel can activate the fastener system. An example would be to access the control software and that only genuine parts and accessories can be fitted to the vehicle.