Local Interconnect NetworkThe Local Interconnect Network (LIN) is an extension of the CAN data bus. At a maximum of 20 kbit/s, its data transfer rate is way below that of the CAN bus system. The LIN bus connects actuators or sensors with the corresponding control units. Commands are only ever transmitted in one direction, from the so-called master control unit to the downstream sensor or actuator, the “slave”. The master can transmit commands to up to 16 downstream slaves. One example of LIN bus application is the electric glass sunroof whose servomotor receives its commands from the comfort control unit via the LIN bus. |
