CAN Protocol License

The CAN Protocol is developed by Robert Bosch GmbH and protected by patents. Additionally to the CAN IP modules offered by Bosch, a CAN Protocol License is required. The CAN Protocol License is also required for self-developed CAN modules, or for CAN modules purchased from another vendor. Bosch is licensing the CAN protocol as follows:

1. CAN Protocol License for ASIC-manufacturers and FPGA mass programming

Performance of Bosch:

• Delivery of the CAN Protocol Specification together with comprehensive explanations
• Delivery of a functional C Reference CAN Model
• Granting the right to use the CAN know-how and the CAN patents for the manufacture of ASICs or the programming of FPGAs with CAN and their worldwide sale

2. CAN Protocol License for FPGA Programming

Performance of Bosch:

• Granting the right to use the CAN patents for the programming of FPGAs with CAN and their worldwide sale

For further information please contact our sales personnel.