Bosch’s commitment to motorsport extends beyond the track with their advanced data display units (DDUs). These powerful tools provide drivers and engineers with real-time performance data, crucial for optimizing race strategies and achieving peak vehicle performance. This article explores the key features and specifications of three prominent Bosch Motorsport DDUs: DDU 9, DDU 10, and DDU 11.
Bosch Motorsport DDU 9: Compact Powerhouse
The DDU 9 boasts a compact 5.7-inch graphic color display, configurable with 12 user-defined pages and enhanced by 10 customizable multi-color LEDs. Its 640×480 pixel resolution ensures clear data visualization, supporting various image formats including BMP, GIF, JPG, PNG, and TIF. Powered by a 667 MHz dual-core processor and featuring 10 kHz 12-bit AD converters with a digital low-pass filter, the DDU 9 delivers precise data acquisition. A Li/Ion capacitor provides internal power, while configurable math channels and user-defined CAN in/out messages allow for customized data analysis. With a standard sampling rate of 50 ms (optional 1 ms), online data compression, and a maximum logging rate of 600 kB/s, the DDU 9 efficiently captures and manages critical performance metrics. It can record up to 100 channels standard, expandable to 1,500, and boasts a logged data download speed of up to 1,000 kB/s.
Bosch Motorsport DDU 10: Enhanced Visualization
The DDU 10 offers a larger 7-inch graphic color display with the same 12 configurable display pages as the DDU 9, but with double the number of multi-color LEDs (20). Its 800×480 pixel resolution provides enhanced clarity for displaying performance data and supports PNG, BMP, JPG, and GIF image formats. Similar to the DDU 9, it utilizes a 667 MHz dual-core processor and Li/Ion capacitor for power. The DDU 10 incorporates 8 kHz AD converters with a digital low-pass filter. Configurable math channels, user-definable CAN messages, a 50 ms standard sampling rate (optional 1 ms), online data compression, and a 600 kB/s maximum logging rate are also featured. The DDU 10 allows for recording up to 100 channels standard (expandable to 1,040) and offers a logged data download speed of up to 1,000 kB/s.
Bosch Motorsport DDU 11: Advanced Data Logging
The DDU 11 features a 6.5-inch graphic color display with a significantly expanded capacity of 48 configurable pages, organized into four switchable sets of 12. Its 800×480 pixel resolution and support for PNG, BMP, JPG, and GIF formats provide detailed data visualization. Equipped with a 667 MHz dual-core processor, 10 kHz AD converters with a digital downsampling filter, and an Ultracap™ for sustained real-time operation for up to two weeks, the DDU 11 excels in demanding motorsport environments. The DDU 11 supports up to 256 configurable CAN in/out message IDs. Its standard sampling rate is 20 Hz (50 ms), upgradeable to 1 kHz (1 ms). The internal logger offers 100 standard channels (expandable to 1,500) and 4 GB of memory (expandable to 8 GB). The DDU 11 achieves logging rates exceeding 800 kB/s for primary logging and boasts a remarkable data download speed of up to 6.2 MB/s. It also includes an ambient light sensor for optimal display visibility.
Bosch Motorsport DDU: Conclusion
Bosch Motorsport DDUs are essential tools for maximizing performance in the demanding world of motorsport. From the compact DDU 9 to the advanced data logging capabilities of the DDU 11, Bosch offers a range of solutions to meet the diverse needs of racing teams. These DDUs provide drivers and engineers with the real-time insights necessary to gain a competitive edge and achieve victory.
