Carsten Schanze

Title: Carsten Schanze: Vehicle-Network Inventions

Introduction

Carsten Schanze is an inventor associated with Wolfsburg, Germany. His work includes vehicle-network control devices designed to manage power use and communication during vehicle operation. The supplied information lists 3 patents.

Latest Patents

Two of Schanze’s latest patent descriptions concern control devices for vehicle networks. Both address switching a device into sleep mode under specified operating conditions and waking it when needed.

One invention describes a control device with a microprocessor and transceiver that can enter sleep mode or be switched off during a predefined vehicle state or event. It can also be awakened in response to a predefined state or event. The disclosure further covers a method for operating a vehicle network.

Another description focuses on entering sleep mode when vehicle velocity exceeds a predetermined threshold. A coprocessor performs selected functions while the control device is asleep, supporting continued network operations with reduced activity from the main device.

Career Highlights

The supplied career information associates Schanze with Volkswagen AG and Audi AG. His patent work reflects an interest in vehicle electronics, network control, and power-conscious operation.

Collaborations

Schanze’s listed coworkers include Jörg Speh and Alexander Rott.

Conclusion

Carsten Schanze’s described inventions address efficient vehicle-network operation through conditional sleep modes, wake-up behavior, and coprocessor support.