Analyzing the Impact of Secure CAN Networks on Braking Dynamics of Cooperative Driving

With the advent of cooperative driving, vehicles can travel at very short distances between them. These vehicle arrangements lead to fuel savings due to the reduced aerodynamic forces. However, the braking situations can be extremely dangerous due to the short vehicle distances. Therefore, a solution has to be devised for safe and collision-free braking. Additionally, such vehicle arrangements have to also be protected from cyber attacks so that no intruder can take over vehicle control. The in-vehicle sensors together with secure in-vehicle networks can be efficiently used for both braking and at the same time shielding the vehicle from intruders with malicious intent.