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Body Domain Controller: Notes

The body domain controller (BDC) is the central control unit in the body electronics. The central gateway module (ZGM) is a virtual independent module integrated in the Body Domain Controller (BDC).

The Body Domain Controller (BDC) is a newly developed control unit with many integrated functions. The aim is to reduce the number of control units and improve component networking. At the same time, the optimization of the wiring harness reduces the physical bus capacity.