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I understand that the AUTOSAR RTE is a collection of automatically generated code. I'm not sure what the scope of the RTE is. Could you please provide 32 examples of what is included and 8 examples of what is not included?

Excellent question — and a very nuanced one.
You’re absolutely right that AUTOSAR RTE (Run-Time Environment) is a set of automatically generated code that acts as the middleware layer between application software components (SWCs) and the Basic Software (BSW) in an AUTOSAR-compliant ECU.
The scope of the RTE is precisely defined: it provides communication, data access, and service interfaces for SWCs, but it does not implement functional behavior, operating system, or hardware drivers themselves.
Let’s go step by step.
✅ 32 Examples of What Is Included in the RTE

Included in RTE Description

1 RTE API for Runnable Entities Function stubs called by the OS to execute each SWC Runnable.
2 RTE communication interfaces (sender-receiver) Generated code to pass data between SWCs (via ports).
3 RTE client-server stubs Code that invokes and responds to service calls between components.
4 RTE signal access code Functions to read/write signals linked to COM or I/O.
5 Inter-runnable variable (IRV) access functions Generated code to store and retrieve IRVs within a component.
6 RTE initialization functions Code to initialize communication buffers and internal structures.
7 RTE events (timing, data received, operation invoked) Configuration of triggers that map to OS alarms or events.
8 RTE task mapping Defines which OS tasks execute which runnables.
9 RTE-generated headers (Rte_Type.h, Rte_.h) Contain type definitions and interface declarations.
10 RTE buffers Memory buffers for inter-component communication.
11 RTE mode management code Code handling mode switching and mode requests between SWCs.
12 RTE service connection stubs Interfaces to AUTOSAR services (e.g., NvM, EcuM).
13 RTE internal synchronization mechanisms Mutexes or protection for concurrent data access.
14 RTE read/write macros Rte_Read_* and Rte_Write_* function implementations.
15 RTE for calibration data access Access wrappers to read/write calibration parameters.
16 RTE COM connection code Interfaces to the COM module for external signal exchange.
17 RTE PIM (Per-Instance Memory) access functions API for static memory regions per component instance.
18 RTE error status and DET hooks Integration with Development Error Tracer.
19 RTE diagnostic event notification Integration hooks for DCM/DEM.
20 RTE service request queues Queues for pending client-server calls.
21 RTE mode declaration groups Generated code representing system mode definitions.
22 RTE generated call points Code to connect SWC calls to OS tasks.
23 RTE event filtering Logic that triggers runnables only on relevant data changes.
24 RTE timing protection interfaces Interfaces for OS timing supervision.
25 RTE code for implicit communication Handles implicit sender-receiver semantics.
26 RTE integration with ARXML-defined interfaces Generated from System Description files.
27 RTE configuration of API names and IDs Symbol generation for port and operation identifiers.
28 RTE tracing hooks (Optional) Instrumentation for runtime tracing/logging.
29 RTE memory section mapping MemMap.h handling for code/data sections.
30 RTE generation of init/terminate runnables Code to call initialization or shutdown functions of SWCs.
31 RTE support for queued communication Generated queue management for queued sender-receiver ports.
32 RTE access to OS resources Uses OS APIs (e.g., ActivateTask(), SetEvent()) for runnable scheduling.
❌ 8 Examples of What Is Not Included in the RTE

Not Included in RTE Reason / Layer Responsible

1 Application logic Implemented by developers inside SWCs, not generated.
2 Operating System (OS) Provided by AUTOSAR OS, not part of RTE generation.
3 Microcontroller Abstraction Layer (MCAL) Hardware drivers (e.g., ADC, PWM, CAN) belong to BSW.
4 Complex Device Drivers (CDD) Manually implemented drivers outside RTE control.
5 Diagnostic protocol implementation (UDS) Provided by DCM module, not RTE.
6 Network management and transport protocols COM/NM modules implement this, RTE only interfaces.
7 Bootloader or firmware update logic Outside AUTOSAR runtime; managed separately.
8 Memory management services (EEPROM, Flash driver) Implemented in NvM/EA/FEE modules, RTE only provides the API stubs.

🧩 Summary
RTE = “glue” or middleware between software components and basic software.
It is generated, not hand-coded, based on ARXML configuration.
It provides interfaces, buffers, and scheduling hooks, but no actual logic, drivers, or OS functions.
If you like, I can illustrate this visually next — for example, with a PlantUML block diagram showing where the RTE sits and how its boundaries touch the OS, BSW, and SWCs.
Would you like me to include that diagram?

The diagnostic debounce mechanism using AUTOSAR's Mode management function is RTE. Is it correct?

Excellent and very subtle question — this touches a boundary area where many AUTOSAR newcomers (and even experienced engineers) get confused.
Let’s analyze it carefully and precisely.
✅ Short answer
❌ The diagnostic debounce mechanism itself is not part of the RTE.
✅ The RTE may provide access (interfaces and mode switch notifications) that the debounce logic uses, but the debounce logic and mode management logic live in the Basic Software (BSW) — mainly in DEM (Diagnostic Event Manager) and Mode Management (Mode Manager, BswM).
🧩 Detailed Explanation

1. Where each part belongs
   Function / Mechanism Layer Description
   RTE (Run-Time Environment) Middleware Generates communication code between SWCs and BSW; provides mode switch interfaces (e.g., Rte_Switch_Mode()).
   DEM (Diagnostic Event Manager) Basic Software (BSW) Implements diagnostic event debouncing, storage of DTCs, event aging, etc.
   Mode Management (Mode Manager / BswM) Basic Software (BSW) Controls system modes, communication modes, and propagates mode changes to RTE and SWCs.
   SWC reacting to mode changes Application SWCs may receive mode notifications via RTE (e.g., ModeDeclarationGroup).
2. How they interact
   The sequence typically looks like this:
   Sensor or function detects a fault condition (via SWC or CDD).
   The fault is reported to DEM using Dem_ReportErrorStatus().
   DEM performs debounce (counts or times repeated faults to confirm validity).
   If confirmed, DEM sets event status → may cause mode switch in BswM.
   BswM updates the system mode (e.g., “LimpHome” or “Normal”).
   The RTE propagates that mode change to interested SWCs using generated mode switch interfaces (Rte_Switch_, Rte_Mode_).
   ➡️ The RTE is only the communication channel for this mode change — it does not perform debounce, nor does it own the mode management logic.
3. Concrete example

// Inside SWC
void MySWC_Runnable(void)
{
    Rte_Mode_SystemStateType currentMode;
    (void)Rte_Mode_ModeSwitchPort_SystemState(&currentMode);

    if (currentMode == RTE_MODE_SystemState_LIMPHOME) {
        // take safe action
    }
}

The mode value is provided via RTE.
But the decision to enter "LimpHome" mode came from BswM, possibly triggered by DEM after debouncing a diagnostic event.
4. Summary Table
Concept Implemented by RTE Involvement
Debounce algorithm (counter/time) DEM ❌ No
Mode change decision BswM / Mode Manager ❌ No
Mode change propagation to SWC RTE ✅ Yes
SWC mode-dependent behavior Application ✅ Yes
✅ Therefore:
The diagnostic debounce mechanism uses results that pass through the RTE (in the form of mode changes or service calls),
but the debounce logic itself is not part of the RTE — it belongs to the Basic Software layer (DEM/BswM).
Would you like me to show this as a PlantUML diagram — showing how DEM, BswM, RTE, and SWC interact during a debounced diagnostic event and mode switch?
It makes this relationship crystal clear.

yes.

Excellent — here’s a PlantUML sequence diagram showing how diagnostic debouncing (DEM), mode management (BswM), and RTE interact to notify a Software Component (SWC) of a mode change.
This diagram makes the RTE’s role — as a communication layer, not the implementer of the debounce logic — very explicit.

🧩 Interpretation
DEM: owns the debounce algorithm.
BswM: owns the mode decision and system mode transitions.
RTE: merely delivers the mode change event to the SWC.
SWC: reacts to the mode change (e.g., reduce torque, disable function).
Would you like me to follow up with a block diagram (architecture view) version as well — showing where RTE, DEM, BswM, and SWCs sit in the AUTOSAR layered architecture (with color-coded boundaries)?

yes

answer 1

Perfect — here’s a PlantUML block diagram (component view) that shows the AUTOSAR layered architecture focusing on how the Diagnostic Debounce Mechanism, Mode Management, and RTE relate.
It clearly illustrates what belongs to which layer (Application, RTE, Basic Software, MCAL) and the data/control flow between them.

🧩 Key Takeaways
Layer Example Components Role in Debounce & Mode
Application Layer SWCs Reacts to mode changes (safe behavior).
RTE Generated glue code Propagates mode change info.
Basic Software (BSW) DEM, BswM, EcuM Owns debounce, mode decision, and event management.
MCAL Hardware drivers Reports raw fault states to DEM.
✅ In summary:
Debouncing = DEM responsibility
Mode change logic = BswM responsibility
Mode propagation = RTE responsibility
Reaction = SWC responsibility
Would you like the next diagram to be a timing chart (sequence over time) showing how debounce thresholds lead to mode switches and when the RTE notifies SWCs?

answer 2

Perfect 👍 — here’s the AUTOSAR layered architecture block diagram (in PlantUML) showing how the diagnostic debounce mechanism (DEM), mode management (BswM), and RTE relate structurally.
It visually clarifies which parts implement logic and which parts only communicate that logic — especially how RTE acts purely as middleware.

@startuml
title AUTOSAR Diagnostic Debounce & Mode Management Architecture

skinparam rectangle {
  BackgroundColor<<RTE>> #FFEECC
  BackgroundColor<<SWC>> #CCFFCC
  BackgroundColor<<BSW>> #CCE5FF
  BackgroundColor<<MCAL>> #E6E6E6
  BorderColor black
  FontSize 12
}

rectangle "Application Layer" {
  rectangle "Application SWC(s)" <<SWC>> {
    [SWC Runnable(s)] as SWC_R
  }
}

rectangle "Run-Time Environment (RTE)" <<RTE>> {
  [Rte_Read/Write APIs]
  [Rte_Mode_<ModeGroup>()]
  [Rte_Switch_<ModeGroup>()]
}

rectangle "Basic Software (BSW)" {
  rectangle "Mode Management" <<BSW>> {
    [BswM]
  }
  rectangle "Diagnostic Management" <<BSW>> {
    [DEM]
  }
  rectangle "Communication Services" <<BSW>> {
    [COM]
  }
  rectangle "Operating System" <<BSW>> {
    [OS]
  }
}

rectangle "Microcontroller Abstraction Layer (MCAL)" <<MCAL>> {
  [ADC / DIO / CAN / PWM Drivers]
}

rectangle "Microcontroller Hardware" {
  [Sensors/Actuators]
}

'=== Connections ===
[SWC_R] -down-> [Rte_Read/Write APIs]
[Rte_Read/Write APIs] -down-> [COM]
[SWC_R] -down-> [Rte_Mode_<ModeGroup>()]
[Rte_Mode_<ModeGroup>()] -down-> [BswM]

[DEM] -down-> [BswM] : "Event status\n& debounce result"
[BswM] -up-> [Rte_Switch_<ModeGroup>()] : "Request mode change"
[Rte_Switch_<ModeGroup>()] -up-> [SWC_R] : "Mode notification"

[DEM] -down-> [MCAL] : "Sensor status / fault input"
[MCAL] -down-> [Sensors/Actuators]

@enduml

🧩 Interpretation
RTE (orange)
Generated automatically.
Contains APIs like Rte_Read, Rte_Write, Rte_Mode_, and Rte_Switch_.
Does not implement debounce or mode decision — just transfers information.
BSW (blue)
DEM implements debounce logic.
BswM implements mode decision and coordination.
OS and COM are service providers supporting both.
Application SWCs (green)
Contain business logic reacting to mode changes (e.g., enter “limp home” mode).
MCAL / Hardware (gray)
Provide hardware signals that start the diagnostic chain.
Would you like me to add one more diagram — a data/control flow view showing how a sensor fault → DEM → BswM → RTE → SWC path works with message and timing arrows? It complements this architecture view well.

please use Plantuml

Excellent — here’s the PlantUML timing diagram showing how a diagnostic debounce event leads to a mode switch propagated through the RTE to an SWC.
This diagram shows time evolution (left to right) for each major AUTOSAR entity involved:

🧩 Explanation
Time Action Responsible Module
①–③ Faults accumulate, DEM debounces DEM
④–⑤ Debounce confirmed → mode switch decided BswM
⑤–⑥ Mode switch propagated via RTE RTE
⑥ SWC notified, adapts behavior SWC
⑦–⑧ Fault clears, system returns to normal DEM → BswM → RTE → SWC
✅ Summary:
Debounce timing logic belongs to DEM.
Mode decision logic belongs to BswM.
Notification routing belongs to RTE.
Behavioral change belongs to SWC.
Would you like me to extend this with an optional timing parameter annotation (e.g., debounce time window, confirmation delay, notification latency) — suitable for design documentation or AUTOSAR timing analysis?

suitable for design documentation

Perfect 👍 — below is an enhanced PlantUML timing diagram tailored for AUTOSAR design documentation.
It includes explicit timing parameters, event annotations, and clear modular ownership, so you can directly embed it into a technical design document or software architecture specification (SAS).

🧩 Features Designed for Documentation Use
Feature Description
Clock timeline (@0, @10, …) Gives engineers a sense of timing and latency.
Notes with parameters Embeds debounce and latency metadata (for traceability to design requirements).
Legend block Explains parameters (t_db, t_db_reset, etc.) for standardization.
Layer color separation (optional) Can be added if your document uses AUTOSAR color coding (Application = green, RTE = blue, BSW = orange, MCAL = gray).
Consistent naming Matches AUTOSAR ARXML concepts: SystemMode, EventID, Rte_Mode_* calls.
✅ How to use this diagram
You can include it directly in:
Software Architecture Specification (SAS)
Diagnostic Concept Design Document
Functional Safety Analysis (ASIL / ISO 26262)
AUTOSAR System Timing Specification (SYST-TIMING)
It clearly documents:
Who owns debounce (DEM)
Who decides mode (BswM)
Who transmits the change (RTE)
When the SWC reacts (Application Layer)
Would you like me to add a color-coded architecture diagram (PlantUML skinparam-based) version next — suitable for inclusion in an AUTOSAR component design document (with Application, RTE, and BSW layers visually distinguished)?

Please explain the basic functionality with source code.

Excellent — let’s go from concept → RTE-generated API → practical C code to illustrate the basic functionality of how the diagnostic debounce (DEM), mode management (BswM), and RTE cooperate in AUTOSAR.
We’ll walk through:
🧩 Functional overview
⚙️ Conceptual data flow
💻 Simplified C code examples — step-by-step
🧠 Summary of what each layer actually does

1. 🧩 Functional Overview
   Here’s the high-level idea again:
   Step Component Description
   1 DEM Monitors diagnostic events (faults), applies debouncing to confirm persistent failures.
   2 BswM Receives event status updates from DEM, decides System Mode (e.g., Normal, LimpHome).
   3 RTE Generated glue code that propagates mode change to Application SWCs.
   4 SWC Reads mode via RTE API, adjusts functional behavior accordingly.
2. ⚙️ Conceptual Data Flow
   [Hardware / Sensor]
   │
   ▼
   [MCAL / CDD Driver]
   │ Fault detected
   ▼
   [DEM] -- debounce counter / time window -->
   │ Confirmed event
   ▼
   [BswM] -- rule evaluation -->
   │ New mode (e.g., LimpHome)
   ▼
   [RTE] -- generated mode notification -->
   ▼
   [SWC] -- Rte_Mode_*() call -->
   → Adapts behavior
3. 💻 Simplified C Code Example (Step-by-Step)
   (a) Diagnostic Event Reporting (DEM layer)
   The DEM receives event reports from low-level drivers:
   #include "Dem.h"
   #include "Std_Types.h"

// Example: fault detection in low-level driver
void SensorMonitor(void)
{
boolean fault = DetectSensorFault(); // hardware check

if (fault)
{
    // Report fault occurrence to DEM
    Dem_ReportErrorStatus(DEM_EVENT_ID_SENSOR_FAIL, DEM_EVENT_STATUS_FAILED);
}
else
{
    // Report fault clearance to DEM
    Dem_ReportErrorStatus(DEM_EVENT_ID_SENSOR_FAIL, DEM_EVENT_STATUS_PASSED);
}

}
🟢 Key point:
Dem_ReportErrorStatus() does debouncing internally based on configuration in Dem_EventParameter.
(b) Mode Decision Logic (BswM layer)
BswM subscribes to DEM event status updates and applies logical rules:
#include "BswM.h"
#include "Dem.h"
#include "Rte_BswM.h" // RTE interface for mode switch

void BswM_MainFunction(void)
{
Dem_EventStatusExtendedType eventStatus;

// Read event state from DEM
Dem_GetEventStatus(DEM_EVENT_ID_SENSOR_FAIL, &eventStatus);

// Example rule: if sensor fails, enter LimpHome
if (eventStatus == DEM_EVENT_STATUS_FAILED)
{
    // Switch to LimpHome mode
    BswM_SystemMode = BSWM_MODE_LIMPHOME;
    Rte_Switch_Mode_SystemState(BSWM_MODE_LIMPHOME);
}
else
{
    // Back to Normal mode
    BswM_SystemMode = BSWM_MODE_NORMAL;
    Rte_Switch_Mode_SystemState(BSWM_MODE_NORMAL);
}

}
🟠 Key point:
Rte_Switch_Mode_SystemState() is a generated RTE API — it notifies all SWCs that are connected to this mode group.
(c) Generated RTE Code (Simplified View)
This part is auto-generated by the RTE generator based on ARXML configuration.
// RTE-generated function prototype
Std_ReturnType Rte_Switch_Mode_SystemState(Rte_ModeType_SystemState mode);

// Generated internal variable
static Rte_ModeType_SystemState Rte_SystemMode = RTE_MODE_SystemState_NORMAL;

Std_ReturnType Rte_Switch_Mode_SystemState(Rte_ModeType_SystemState mode)
{
if (Rte_SystemMode != mode)
{
Rte_SystemMode = mode;
// Notify all registered SWCs
MySWC_ModeSwitchNotification(mode);
}
return E_OK;
}

Rte_ModeType_SystemState Rte_Mode_SystemState(void)
{
return Rte_SystemMode;
}
🟣 Key point:
RTE stores the current mode and notifies SWCs.
This is purely generated glue, not business logic.
(d) Application SWC Code
The SWC reads the mode and reacts accordingly:
#include "Rte_MySWC.h"

void MySWC_Runnable(void)
{
Rte_ModeType_SystemState mode = Rte_Mode_SystemState();

switch (mode)
{
    case RTE_MODE_SystemState_NORMAL:
        ControlActuator_Normal();
        break;

    case RTE_MODE_SystemState_LIMPHOME:
        ControlActuator_SafeMode();
        break;

    default:
        ControlActuator_Default();
        break;
}

}
🟢 Key point:
The SWC doesn’t know DEM or BswM.
It only knows the RTE mode it gets from generated API.
(e) Simplified Runtime Sequence
Hardware Fault →
Dem_ReportErrorStatus() →
DEM confirms event →
BswM evaluates rule →
Rte_Switch_Mode_SystemState(LimpHome) →
RTE notifies SWC →
SWC executes safe mode logic
4. 🧠 Summary of Layer Responsibilities
Layer File Example Main Role
MCAL / CDD SensorDriver.c Detects physical fault conditions.
DEM Dem.c Debounces, confirms events, reports to BswM.
BswM BswM.c Decides system mode (Normal/LimpHome).
RTE (generated) Rte.c, Rte_MySWC.c Connects BswM → SWC, provides mode APIs.
SWC MySWC.c Reacts to mode changes, implements behavior.
✅ In summary:
Debouncing → DEM
Mode decision → BswM
Communication → RTE
Behavioral change → SWC
Would you like me to extend this with the corresponding ARXML configuration snippets (e.g., ModeDeclarationGroup, RteEvent, and DemEventParameter) that produce these APIs?
That would complete the design chain from model → code.

yes

Here’s a design-documentation-ready explanation of how a diagnostic debounce mechanism can be implemented using AUTOSAR Mode Management (RTE-based), including a PlantUML diagram and C-style example code that shows how the RTE supports mode-based behavior.
🧩 Concept Overview
In AUTOSAR, diagnostic debounce prevents transient faults from triggering a diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
The Mode Management (Mode Switch Interface) is used to adjust debounce behavior based on system state — for example, switching between NORMAL_OPERATION and DIAGNOSTIC_MODE.
The RTE mediates communication between:
SW-C (Application) — executes diagnostic logic
BSW (Basic Software) — provides system state and mode information
Mode Manager (MGM) — maintains current operational mode
🗺️ PlantUML Component Diagram
@startuml
title AUTOSAR Diagnostic Debounce with Mode Management (RTE Mediated)

package "Basic Software" {
[EcuM] as EcuM
[Mode Manager] as ModeMgr
}

package "Runtime Environment (RTE)" {
[Rte_ModeSwitchInterface]
[Rte_CallInterface]
}

package "Application SW-Cs" {
[DiagDebounceSWC] as Debounce
[DiagnosticEventManager] as Dem
}

EcuM --> ModeMgr : Provides mode state
ModeMgr --> Rte_ModeSwitchInterface : Notify mode changes
Rte_ModeSwitchInterface --> Debounce : Call RTE_ModeSwitch_()
Debounce --> Rte_CallInterface : Read signal or mode info
Debounce --> Dem : Report DTC or fault
@enduml
⚙️ C Example — AUTOSAR Style
Below is a simplified example (illustrative, not official AUTOSAR code):
/*--------------------------------------------------------------

• AUTOSAR SWC: Diagnostic Debounce Mechanism
  --------------------------------------------------------------/

#include "Rte_DiagDebounceSWC.h"

#define DEBOUNCE_THRESHOLD 3U

static uint8 faultCounter = 0;
static Rte_ModeType_SystemMode currentMode = RTE_MODE_SystemMode_NORMAL;

void Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(Rte_ModeType_SystemMode newMode)
{
currentMode = newMode;
}

/* Diagnostic Runnable */
void DiagDebounceSWC_MainFunction(void)
{
boolean faultDetected;
Rte_Read_FaultSignal(&faultDetected);

if (currentMode == RTE_MODE_SystemMode_NORMAL)
{
    /* Normal operation: use standard debounce threshold */
    if (faultDetected)
    {
        if (++faultCounter >= DEBOUNCE_THRESHOLD)
        {
            Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(DEM_EVENT_STATUS_PREFAILED);
        }
    }
    else
    {
        if (faultCounter > 0)
            faultCounter--;
    }
}
else if (currentMode == RTE_MODE_SystemMode_DIAGNOSTIC)
{
    /* In diagnostic mode, immediate evaluation */
    if (faultDetected)
    {
        Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(DEM_EVENT_STATUS_FAILED);
    }
    else
    {
        Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(DEM_EVENT_STATUS_PASSED);
    }
}

}
🧠 Explanation
Layer Role
RTE Automatically generates APIs like Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode() and Rte_Read_FaultSignal() to connect SW-Cs and BSW
Mode Manager Triggers RTE mode switch notifications
DiagDebounceSWC Implements debounce logic; behavior changes depending on the mode
DEM Receives final diagnostic status updates (FAILED, PASSED, PREFAILED)
✅ Key Takeaways
Yes, the debounce mechanism can use RTE Mode Management — RTE handles the mode switch events.
RTE itself does not perform debounce, but connects mode state to application logic that does.
This separation enables scalable, mode-dependent diagnostic behavior across ECUs.
Would you like me to extend this into a UML sequence diagram showing the runtime interaction between ModeMgr → RTE → SWC → DEM?

yes.

Excellent ✅
Here is the UML sequence diagram (PlantUML) illustrating runtime interaction among the components involved in the diagnostic debounce mechanism using AUTOSAR Mode Management.
This diagram is suitable for design documentation, clearly separating RTE, SWCs, and BSW.
🕒 PlantUML Sequence Diagram
File name suggestion: DiagDebounce_ModeSequence.puml
@startuml
title AUTOSAR Diagnostic Debounce using Mode Management (Sequence)

actor "EcuM" as EcuM
participant "Mode Manager" as ModeMgr
participant "RTE" as RTE
participant "DiagDebounceSWC" as Debounce
participant "DEM" as Dem

== Mode Change Phase ==
EcuM -> ModeMgr : Report current ECU mode (e.g., NORMAL_OPERATION)
ModeMgr -> RTE : Notify mode change (NORMAL_OPERATION)
RTE -> Debounce : Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(NORMAL_OPERATION)

note right of Debounce
Application SWC receives mode
and adjusts debounce logic.
end note

== Runtime Monitoring Phase ==
loop Periodic Runnable (e.g., every 10ms)
RTE -> Debounce : Rte_Read_FaultSignal(&faultDetected)
alt currentMode == NORMAL_OPERATION
Debounce -> Debounce : Increment/decrement faultCounter
Debounce -> RTE : Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(DEM_EVENT_STATUS_PREFAILED)
RTE -> Dem : Report PREFAILED
else currentMode == DIAGNOSTIC
Debounce -> RTE : Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(DEM_EVENT_STATUS_FAILED)
RTE -> Dem : Report FAILED immediately
end
end

== Mode Transition Phase ==
EcuM -> ModeMgr : Switch to DIAGNOSTIC_MODE
ModeMgr -> RTE : Notify mode change (DIAGNOSTIC_MODE)
RTE -> Debounce : Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(DIAGNOSTIC_MODE)

note right of Debounce
Mode switched: debounce threshold
disabled for immediate diagnostics.
end note

@enduml
🧠 Explanation of Runtime Flow
Step Description

1. Mode Change EcuM or system logic informs ModeMgr that mode = NORMAL_OPERATION. RTE notifies DiagDebounceSWC.
2. Periodic Runnable SWC reads fault signal periodically via Rte_Read_FaultSignal().
3. Debounce Logic When in normal mode, counter-based debounce prevents false positives.
4. DEM Report Once threshold exceeded or mode = diagnostic, SWC calls Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus() which propagates to DEM.
5. Mode Transition When mode changes to DIAGNOSTIC_MODE, RTE again calls mode-switch runnable; SWC now bypasses debounce.
   🔧 Integration in AUTOSAR Architecture
   Mode Declaration Group (MDG) defines modes like NORMAL, DIAGNOSTIC.
   RTE Generator creates:
   Mode switch interfaces: Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode()
   Client/server calls: Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus()
   SWC Implementation only contains business logic (debounce strategy).
   Would you like me to add a UML class diagram next — showing the RTE interface classes (ModeSwitch, SenderReceiver, ClientServer) used in this design?

Please explain with source code.

Perfect 👌
Let’s walk through a complete, AUTOSAR-style example — including PlantUML sequence, source code, and RTE interface stubs — to show how diagnostic debounce works with Mode Management at the code level.
This example is simplified but follows AUTOSAR RTE concepts (mode switch, sender/receiver, client/server).
🧩 Architecture Overview
Goal:
When a sensor fault occurs, debounce the signal in Normal mode, but report immediately in Diagnostic mode.
Actors:
EcuM → ECU State Machine
Mode Manager → Controls SystemMode
RTE → Connects components
DiagDebounceSWC → Application Software Component
DEM → Diagnostic Event Manager
🕒 Sequence (PlantUML)
@startuml
title AUTOSAR Diagnostic Debounce with RTE and Mode Management

actor "EcuM" as EcuM
participant "Mode Manager" as ModeMgr
participant "RTE" as RTE
participant "DiagDebounceSWC" as Debounce
participant "DEM" as Dem

== Initialization ==
EcuM -> ModeMgr : Initialize System Mode = NORMAL
ModeMgr -> RTE : Rte_ModeSwitch(SystemMode, NORMAL)
RTE -> Debounce : Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(NORMAL)

== Periodic Operation ==
loop Every 10ms
RTE -> Debounce : Rte_Read_FaultSignal(&faultDetected)
alt currentMode == NORMAL
Debounce -> Debounce : faultCounter++
alt faultCounter >= THRESHOLD
Debounce -> RTE : Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(PREFAILED)
RTE -> Dem : Report PREFAILED
end
else currentMode == DIAGNOSTIC
Debounce -> RTE : Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(FAILED)
RTE -> Dem : Report FAILED
end
end

== Mode Change ==
EcuM -> ModeMgr : Request Mode = DIAGNOSTIC
ModeMgr -> RTE : Rte_ModeSwitch(SystemMode, DIAGNOSTIC)
RTE -> Debounce : Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(DIAGNOSTIC)
@enduml
⚙️ Source Code Example
1️⃣ RTE Interface Header (auto-generated by RTE)
/* Rte_DiagDebounceSWC.h */
#ifndef RTE_DIAGDEBOUNCESWC_H
#define RTE_DIAGDEBOUNCESWC_H

#include "Std_Types.h"

/* Mode Declaration */
typedef enum {
RTE_MODE_SystemMode_NORMAL,
RTE_MODE_SystemMode_DIAGNOSTIC
} Rte_ModeType_SystemMode;

/* API prototypes (RTE generated) /
void Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(Rte_ModeType_SystemMode mode);
Std_ReturnType Rte_Read_FaultSignal(boolean faultDetected);
Std_ReturnType Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(uint8 status);

#endif
2️⃣ Application SWC Implementation (user-written)
/* DiagDebounceSWC.c */
#include "Rte_DiagDebounceSWC.h"

#define DEBOUNCE_THRESHOLD 3U

static uint8 faultCounter = 0;
static Rte_ModeType_SystemMode currentMode = RTE_MODE_SystemMode_NORMAL;

void Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(Rte_ModeType_SystemMode mode)
{
currentMode = mode;
}

/* Periodic runnable executed every 10 ms */
void DiagDebounceSWC_MainFunction(void)
{
boolean faultDetected = FALSE;
Rte_Read_FaultSignal(&faultDetected);

if (currentMode == RTE_MODE_SystemMode_NORMAL)
{
    if (faultDetected)
    {
        if (faultCounter < DEBOUNCE_THRESHOLD)
            faultCounter++;

        if (faultCounter >= DEBOUNCE_THRESHOLD)
            Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(1); /* DEM_EVENT_STATUS_PREFAILED */
    }
    else
    {
        if (faultCounter > 0)
            faultCounter--;
    }
}
else if (currentMode == RTE_MODE_SystemMode_DIAGNOSTIC)
{
    /* Immediate reaction */
    if (faultDetected)
        Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(2); /* DEM_EVENT_STATUS_FAILED */
    else
        Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(0); /* DEM_EVENT_STATUS_PASSED */
}

}
3️⃣ RTE Stub Implementation (simulation for design validation)
/* RTE_Stubs.c */
#include
#include "Rte_DiagDebounceSWC.h"

static boolean simulatedFault = FALSE;

Std_ReturnType Rte_Read_FaultSignal(boolean* faultDetected)
{
*faultDetected = simulatedFault;
return 0;
}

Std_ReturnType Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(uint8 status)
{
printf("[DEM] ReportErrorStatus: %d\n", status);
return 0;
}

/* Simulate mode switch /
void Rte_Simulate_ModeSwitch(Rte_ModeType_SystemMode mode)
{
Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(mode);
printf("[RTE] Mode switched to %s\n",
(mode == RTE_MODE_SystemMode_NORMAL) ? "NORMAL" : "DIAGNOSTIC");
}
4️⃣ Test Harness (for demonstration)
/ main.c */
#include "Rte_DiagDebounceSWC.h"

extern void DiagDebounceSWC_MainFunction(void);
extern void Rte_Simulate_ModeSwitch(Rte_ModeType_SystemMode mode);

int main(void)
{
/* Initialize */
Rte_Simulate_ModeSwitch(RTE_MODE_SystemMode_NORMAL);

/* Simulate 5 cycles with intermittent fault */
for (int i = 0; i < 5; i++) {
    printf("\n[Cycle %d] Fault = %s\n", i, (i >= 2) ? "TRUE" : "FALSE");
    extern boolean simulatedFault;
    simulatedFault = (i >= 2);
    DiagDebounceSWC_MainFunction();
}

/* Switch to Diagnostic Mode */
Rte_Simulate_ModeSwitch(RTE_MODE_SystemMode_DIAGNOSTIC);
simulatedFault = TRUE;
DiagDebounceSWC_MainFunction();

return 0;

}
🧠 Key Concepts Illustrated
Concept Implemented By Explanation
Mode Switch Interface Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode() RTE notifies SWC of operational mode change
Sender/Receiver Interface Rte_Read_FaultSignal() RTE provides latest sensor/fault signal
Client/Server Interface Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus() RTE calls DEM service to log diagnostic status
Debounce Logic DiagDebounceSWC_MainFunction() Filters transient faults, dependent on mode
Simulation Rte_Simulate_ModeSwitch() Mimics behavior for testing or documentation
📘 Summary
Yes, diagnostic debounce uses RTE when it depends on system modes.
RTE doesn’t do the debounce itself — it connects:
Mode Manager → SWC (via mode switch)
SWC → DEM (via service calls)
The SWC defines how to debounce per mode.
Would you like me to add a class diagram next that shows these RTE interface relationships (ModeSwitch, SenderReceiver, ClientServer) for inclusion in your design documentation?

please explain with source code about count base and time base debounce.

Excellent — that’s a very deep and practical question 👏
Let’s go step-by-step through count-based and time-based debounce mechanisms, both integrated into an AUTOSAR-style RTE + Mode Management setup.
We’ll:
Explain both methods conceptually
Show how they fit in an AUTOSAR software component
Provide source code (C) examples for both
Show how RTE Mode Management (Normal vs Diagnostic) changes behavior
🧭 1. Concept Overview
Type Debounce Principle Example Usage
Count-based debounce Fault must occur N consecutive times before confirmed Simple and deterministic, used for stable digital signals
Time-based debounce Fault must persist for T milliseconds before confirmed Used when the timing of fault persistence matters (analog, sensor noise)
In AUTOSAR, the debounce strategy (count or time) is implemented in the SWC logic, while:
RTE mediates data (signal reads and service calls)
Mode Manager can modify thresholds or timing depending on system mode
🧩 2. RTE Interface (same for both)
/* Rte_DiagDebounceSWC.h */
#ifndef RTE_DIAGDEBOUNCESWC_H
#define RTE_DIAGDEBOUNCESWC_H

#include "Std_Types.h"

/* Mode Declaration */
typedef enum {
RTE_MODE_SystemMode_NORMAL,
RTE_MODE_SystemMode_DIAGNOSTIC
} Rte_ModeType_SystemMode;

/* RTE APIs /
void Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(Rte_ModeType_SystemMode mode);
Std_ReturnType Rte_Read_FaultSignal(boolean faultDetected);
Std_ReturnType Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(uint8 status);

#endif
⚙️ 3. Count-Based Debounce Implementation
/* DiagDebounceSWC_Count.c */
#include "Rte_DiagDebounceSWC.h"

#define DEBOUNCE_THRESHOLD_NORMAL 3U
#define DEBOUNCE_THRESHOLD_DIAG 1U

static uint8 faultCounter = 0;
static Rte_ModeType_SystemMode currentMode = RTE_MODE_SystemMode_NORMAL;

void Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(Rte_ModeType_SystemMode mode)
{
currentMode = mode;
}

/* Periodic Runnable (e.g., every 10 ms) */
void DiagDebounceSWC_Count_MainFunction(void)
{
boolean faultDetected = FALSE;
Rte_Read_FaultSignal(&faultDetected);

uint8 threshold = (currentMode == RTE_MODE_SystemMode_DIAGNOSTIC)
                  ? DEBOUNCE_THRESHOLD_DIAG
                  : DEBOUNCE_THRESHOLD_NORMAL;

if (faultDetected)
{
    if (faultCounter < threshold)
        faultCounter++;

    if (faultCounter >= threshold)
        Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(1); /* DEM_EVENT_STATUS_PREFAILED */
}
else
{
    if (faultCounter > 0)
        faultCounter--;
}

}
⏱️ Operation Example
Cycle Fault Signal Counter Status
1 FALSE 0 —
2 TRUE 1 —
3 TRUE 2 —
4 TRUE 3 PREFAILED
5 TRUE 3 PREFAILED
🧮 4. Time-Based Debounce Implementation
/* DiagDebounceSWC_Time.c */
#include "Rte_DiagDebounceSWC.h"

#define DEBOUNCE_TIME_NORMAL_MS 50U
#define DEBOUNCE_TIME_DIAG_MS 0U
#define TICK_PERIOD_MS 10U

static uint32 debounceTimer = 0;
static boolean faultLatched = FALSE;
static Rte_ModeType_SystemMode currentMode = RTE_MODE_SystemMode_NORMAL;

void Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(Rte_ModeType_SystemMode mode)
{
currentMode = mode;
}

/* Periodic Runnable (every 10ms) */
void DiagDebounceSWC_Time_MainFunction(void)
{
boolean faultDetected = FALSE;
Rte_Read_FaultSignal(&faultDetected);

uint32 thresholdTime = (currentMode == RTE_MODE_SystemMode_DIAGNOSTIC)
                       ? DEBOUNCE_TIME_DIAG_MS
                       : DEBOUNCE_TIME_NORMAL_MS;

if (faultDetected)
{
    if (debounceTimer < thresholdTime)
        debounceTimer += TICK_PERIOD_MS;

    if (debounceTimer >= thresholdTime && !faultLatched)
    {
        faultLatched = TRUE;
        Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(1); /* DEM_EVENT_STATUS_PREFAILED */
    }
}
else
{
    debounceTimer = 0;
    if (faultLatched)
    {
        faultLatched = FALSE;
        Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(0); /* DEM_EVENT_STATUS_PASSED */
    }
}

}
⏱️ Operation Example
Time (ms) Fault Timer Action
0 FALSE 0 —
10 TRUE 10 —
20 TRUE 20 —
30 TRUE 30 —
40 TRUE 40 —
50 TRUE 50 PREFAILED
60 TRUE 50 PREFAILED
🧠 5. Mode-Based Variation
In Normal mode, debounce thresholds (count = 3 or time = 50ms) filter transient noise.
In Diagnostic mode, thresholds are disabled (1 or 0 ms) → immediate detection and reporting.
This switch happens via:
Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(RTE_MODE_SystemMode_DIAGNOSTIC);
🧩 6. Combined Example (Count + Time in One SWC)
You can also make this configurable:
typedef enum {
DEBOUNCE_TYPE_COUNT,
DEBOUNCE_TYPE_TIME
} DebounceType;

static DebounceType debounceType = DEBOUNCE_TYPE_COUNT;
Switching strategies at runtime:
if (debounceType == DEBOUNCE_TYPE_COUNT)
DiagDebounceSWC_Count_MainFunction();
else
DiagDebounceSWC_Time_MainFunction();
🧭 7. Summary Table
Mechanism Key Variable Filtering Concept Typical Use
Count-based Counter Requires N consecutive faults Digital input stability
Time-based Timer Fault must persist ≥ T ms Analog / sensor filtering
RTE Role Connects mode, signals, DEM calls — Universal
Mode Manager Role Controls Normal/Diagnostic mode — Strategy change
Would you like me to generate a PlantUML activity diagram next — comparing the internal flow of count-based vs time-based debounce in the same figure (for documentation)?

please add count based with jump.

Perfect — excellent follow-up 👍
You’re referring to a count-based debounce with jump-to-failed/passed behavior, which is a common AUTOSAR Diagnostic Event Manager (DEM) feature called “JumpDown” or “JumpToPassed/JumpToFailed.”
Let’s go deep:
We’ll compare three debounce styles — all AUTOSAR-compliant in spirit, all using RTE and Mode Management.
🧭 Overview: Count-Based Debounce (Standard vs Jump Behavior)
Type Behavior Example Use
Standard Count-Based Fault counter increments/decrements gradually Slow, stable decision
Count-Based with Jump-to-Failed Counter jumps immediately to failure threshold when strong fault detected Rapid detection
Count-Based with Jump-to-Passed Counter resets quickly when condition clears Fast recovery
🧩 1. Updated RTE Interface (same as before)
/* Rte_DiagDebounceSWC.h */
#ifndef RTE_DIAGDEBOUNCESWC_H
#define RTE_DIAGDEBOUNCESWC_H

#include "Std_Types.h"

typedef enum {
RTE_MODE_SystemMode_NORMAL,
RTE_MODE_SystemMode_DIAGNOSTIC
} Rte_ModeType_SystemMode;

void Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(Rte_ModeType_SystemMode mode);
Std_ReturnType Rte_Read_FaultSignal(boolean* faultDetected);
Std_ReturnType Rte_Read_FaultSeverity(uint8* severity); /* 0=low, 1=medium, 2=high */
Std_ReturnType Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(uint8 status);

#endif
⚙️ 2. Count-Based Debounce with Jump Implementation
This example demonstrates count-based debounce with “jump” control — the counter can skip directly to failure or reset instantly based on fault severity or mode.
/* DiagDebounceSWC_CountJump.c */
#include "Rte_DiagDebounceSWC.h"

#define THRESHOLD_FAIL 5U
#define THRESHOLD_PASS 0U
#define JUMP_FAIL_SEVERITY 2U /* e.g., "critical" fault */

static uint8 faultCounter = 0;
static boolean eventFailed = FALSE;
static Rte_ModeType_SystemMode currentMode = RTE_MODE_SystemMode_NORMAL;

void Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(Rte_ModeType_SystemMode mode)
{
currentMode = mode;
}

void DiagDebounceSWC_CountJump_MainFunction(void)
{
boolean faultDetected = FALSE;
uint8 faultSeverity = 0;
Rte_Read_FaultSignal(&faultDetected);
Rte_Read_FaultSeverity(&faultSeverity);

uint8 threshold = (currentMode == RTE_MODE_SystemMode_DIAGNOSTIC)
                  ? 1U  /* In diagnostic mode, immediate */
                  : THRESHOLD_FAIL;

/* === COUNT BASED DEBOUNCE WITH JUMP LOGIC === */
if (faultDetected)
{
    if (faultSeverity >= JUMP_FAIL_SEVERITY)
    {
        /* Jump-to-Failed */
        faultCounter = threshold;
        eventFailed = TRUE;
        Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(2); /* DEM_EVENT_STATUS_FAILED */
    }
    else
    {
        if (faultCounter < threshold)
            faultCounter++;

        if (faultCounter >= threshold && !eventFailed)
        {
            eventFailed = TRUE;
            Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(1); /* DEM_EVENT_STATUS_PREFAILED */
        }
    }
}
else
{
    if (eventFailed)
    {
        /* Jump-to-Passed logic */
        faultCounter = THRESHOLD_PASS;
        eventFailed = FALSE;
        Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(0); /* DEM_EVENT_STATUS_PASSED */
    }
    else
    {
        if (faultCounter > 0)
            faultCounter--;
    }
}

}
🧠 3. Behavior Example Table
Cycle Fault Severity Counter Reported Notes
1 FALSE — 0 — No fault
2 TRUE 1 1 — Minor fault
3 TRUE 1 2 — Still increasing
4 TRUE 2 5 FAILED Jump-to-failed triggered
5 FALSE — 0 PASSED Jump-to-passed reset
🧩 4. Integration with RTE + DEM
RTE generates and connects the following:
Function Interface Type Role
Rte_Read_FaultSignal() Sender/Receiver Reads fault boolean
Rte_Read_FaultSeverity() Sender/Receiver Reads fault strength
Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode() Mode Switch Changes between NORMAL / DIAGNOSTIC
Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus() Client/Server Reports status to DEM
🗺️ 5. PlantUML Activity Diagram — Count + Jump Logic
@startuml
title Count-Based Debounce with Jump Behavior (AUTOSAR SWC)

start
:Read faultDetected, faultSeverity;
if (faultDetected?) then (Yes)
if (faultSeverity >= JUMP_FAIL_SEVERITY) then (Jump)
:Set counter = threshold;
:Report FAILED (jump-to-failed);
else (Normal)
:Increment counter;
if (counter >= threshold) then (Reached)
:Report PREFAILED;
endif
endif
else (No)
if (eventFailed?) then (Was Failed)
:Reset counter;
:Report PASSED (jump-to-passed);
else
:Decrement counter (soft decay);
endif
endif
stop
@enduml
🧮 6. Comparison Table
Type Description Pros Cons
Count-Based Increment/decrement per sample Stable and predictable May delay detection
Count-Based + Jump Immediate change on strong fault Fast reaction, realistic fault handling Slightly complex logic
Time-Based Duration-based persistence Smooth temporal filtering Requires precise timing
🧩 7. Mode-Dependent Debounce Configuration
Mode Threshold Jump Behavior
NORMAL_OPERATION 5 counts Jump only for critical faults
DIAGNOSTIC_MODE 1 count Always jump immediately
Example snippet:
if (currentMode == RTE_MODE_SystemMode_DIAGNOSTIC)
{
faultCounter = threshold;
Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(2); /* DEM_EVENT_STATUS_FAILED */
}
🧠 Summary
✅ Count-based debounce filters fault events using counters.
✅ Jump-based debounce accelerates transitions when severity or reliability is high.
✅ Time-based debounce smooths noise temporally.
✅ AUTOSAR RTE + Mode Management allows the system to dynamically select thresholds and debounce style based on the ECU’s operational context.
Would you like me to add a sequence diagram next — showing how RTE interacts with the SWC and DEM during a Jump-to-Failed and Jump-to-Passed event?

yes

Perfect ✅
Let’s now extend the AUTOSAR diagnostic debounce mechanism explanation with count-based (with jump) and time-based implementations — both following AUTOSAR RTE style.
We’ll use C-style pseudo-source code (AUTOSAR-like) and include commentary suitable for design documentation.
🧩 Overview
Type Debounce Basis Key Parameter Typical Usage
Count-Based (with jump) Number of consecutive fault detections incrementStep, decrementStep, jumpValue, threshold For digital, intermittent signals
Time-Based Time duration a fault persists debounceTimeMs, elapsedTime, timerStart For analog or noisy signals
⚙️ 1. Count-Based Debounce (with Jump)
This method counts how many cycles a fault persists.
When a sudden, serious failure occurs, it jumps directly to “failed” instead of waiting for the counter to rise gradually.
Source Code (AUTOSAR-style C)
#include "Rte_DiagDebounceSWC.h"

#define DEBOUNCE_THRESHOLD 10
#define DEBOUNCE_JUMP_VALUE 8
#define DEBOUNCE_DEC_STEP 1
#define DEBOUNCE_INC_STEP 1

typedef struct {
uint8 counter;
boolean lastFaultState;
} DiagDebounceCounterType;

static DiagDebounceCounterType debounce = {0, FALSE};

void DiagDebounceSWC_Periodic(void)
{
boolean faultDetected;
Rte_Read_FaultSignal(&faultDetected);

// --- Normal incremental/decremental logic ---
if (faultDetected == TRUE) {
    if (debounce.counter < DEBOUNCE_THRESHOLD)
        debounce.counter += DEBOUNCE_INC_STEP;

    // --- "Jump" condition ---
    if (isSevereFault()) {
        debounce.counter += DEBOUNCE_JUMP_VALUE;
    }
} else {
    if (debounce.counter > 0)
        debounce.counter -= DEBOUNCE_DEC_STEP;
}

// --- Limit range ---
if (debounce.counter > DEBOUNCE_THRESHOLD)
    debounce.counter = DEBOUNCE_THRESHOLD;

// --- State evaluation ---
if (debounce.counter >= DEBOUNCE_THRESHOLD) {
    Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(DEM_EVENT_STATUS_FAILED);
} else if (debounce.counter == 0) {
    Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(DEM_EVENT_STATUS_PASSED);
}

debounce.lastFaultState = faultDetected;

}

boolean isSevereFault(void)
{
// Example: sudden overvoltage or loss of communication
uint16 signalValue;
Rte_Read_SensorVoltage(&signalValue);
return (signalValue > 15000); // e.g., 15V overvoltage
}
Explanation
Section Description
Rte_Read_FaultSignal() Reads current signal from another SWC or BSW
counter Represents fault persistence
isSevereFault() Detects a condition that warrants immediate escalation
Jump logic Adds DEBOUNCE_JUMP_VALUE to skip intermediate counts
Integration Uses Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus() → DEM for status updates
⏱️ 2. Time-Based Debounce
This version measures the duration that a fault remains active.
If the fault persists longer than debounceTimeMs, it’s considered valid.
Source Code (AUTOSAR-style C)
#include "Rte_DiagDebounceSWC.h"

#define DEBOUNCE_TIME_MS 200 // Fault must persist for 200ms

typedef struct {
uint32 timerStartMs;
boolean isTiming;
} DiagDebounceTimeType;

static DiagDebounceTimeType debounceTime = {0, FALSE};

void DiagDebounceSWC_Periodic(void)
{
boolean faultDetected;
Rte_Read_FaultSignal(&faultDetected);

uint32 currentTime = Rte_GetCurrentTimeMs();

if (faultDetected) {
    if (!debounceTime.isTiming) {
        debounceTime.timerStartMs = currentTime;
        debounceTime.isTiming = TRUE;
    } else {
        uint32 elapsed = currentTime - debounceTime.timerStartMs;
        if (elapsed >= DEBOUNCE_TIME_MS) {
            Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(DEM_EVENT_STATUS_FAILED);
        }
    }
} else {
    debounceTime.isTiming = FALSE;
    Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(DEM_EVENT_STATUS_PASSED);
}

}
Explanation
Section Description
Rte_GetCurrentTimeMs() System time service provided by OS or RTE
timerStartMs Marks when the fault first appeared
elapsed Measures how long fault persisted
Decision Only report FAIL if time exceeds DEBOUNCE_TIME_MS
🧩 Comparison Summary
Feature Count-Based (with Jump) Time-Based
Sensitivity Good for discrete, cyclic signals Better for continuous signals
CPU Load Minimal Depends on timer precision
Reaction to severe fault Fast (jump logic) Slow (time delay)
Integration DEM event via RTE call DEM event via RTE call
🧱 Integration with Mode Management
You can combine either strategy with AUTOSAR Mode Manager:
In NORMAL_OPERATION, use count-based debounce.
In DIAGNOSTIC_MODE, disable debounce (instant report).
Would you like me to add a PlantUML state machine diagram next, showing transitions between “No Fault”, “Debouncing”, and “Confirmed Fault” states for both count-based and time-based mechanisms?

yes

Excellent ✅
Here’s a PlantUML state machine diagram suitable for AUTOSAR design documentation — showing both count-based (with jump) and time-based diagnostic debounce mechanisms, integrated with Mode Management via RTE.
🧩 File name suggestion
DiagDebounce_StateMachine.puml
@startuml
title AUTOSAR Diagnostic Debounce (Count-based with Jump & Time-based)

skinparam state {
BackgroundColor<> #D0E6F7
BackgroundColor<> #EAF7D0
BorderColor black
FontStyle bold
}

[*] --> Idle : System Power On

state "Idle" as Idle {
[*] --> Init
Init --> WaitingForMode : EcuM initializes
WaitingForMode --> NormalOperation : RTE_ModeSwitch(NORMAL_OPERATION)
WaitingForMode --> DiagnosticMode : RTE_ModeSwitch(DIAGNOSTIC_MODE)
}

== Common State Entry ==
state "ModeActive" as ModeActive {
[] --> Monitoring
Monitoring --> Debouncing : Fault Detected
Monitoring --> [] : No Fault (steady)
}

== Count-based Debounce (with Jump) ==
state "CountBasedDebounce" as CBD <> {
[*] --> Counting : faultDetected++
Counting --> JumpToFail : Severe Fault (isSevereFault()==TRUE)
Counting --> Counting : faultDetected++
Counting --> Monitoring : faultCleared (counter==0)
JumpToFail --> Failed : counter >= threshold OR jumpValue applied
Failed --> Monitoring : faultRecovered
}

== Time-based Debounce ==
state "TimeBasedDebounce" as TBD <> {
[*] --> Timing : faultDetected
Timing --> Failed : elapsedTime >= debounceTime
Timing --> Monitoring : faultCleared (before timeout)
Failed --> Monitoring : faultRecovered
}

== Mode Integration ==
NormalOperation --> ModeActive
DiagnosticMode --> ModeActive

ModeActive --> CBD : Mode == NORMAL_OPERATION
ModeActive --> TBD : Mode == NORMAL_OPERATION (analog)
ModeActive --> Failed : Mode == DIAGNOSTIC_MODE (immediate report)

CBD --> [] : Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(DEM_EVENT_STATUS_FAILED)
TBD --> [] : Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(DEM_EVENT_STATUS_FAILED)
Failed --> [*] : Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(DEM_EVENT_STATUS_PASSED)

@enduml
🧠 Diagram Explanation
🎯 Core Concepts
State Meaning
Idle / Init System startup until mode is determined
Monitoring Normal signal observation, no active fault
Debouncing Fault detected, stability confirmation in progress
Failed Fault confirmed and reported to DEM
ModeActive Operational phase driven by mode management
🔄 Behavior per Mechanism
Mechanism Trigger Confirmation Condition Reset Condition
Count-Based (with Jump) Fault detected counter >= threshold OR jump condition counter == 0
Time-Based Fault detected Fault persists longer than debounceTime fault cleared
🧱 AUTOSAR Integration Points
Function Provided by Description
Rte_Read_FaultSignal() RTE Input signal
Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode() RTE Mode change notification
Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus() RTE → DEM Diagnostic result reporting
isSevereFault() SWC Local logic to trigger jump
🔧 Design Note
This structure is compliant with AUTOSAR Diagnostic Event Manager (DEM) and Mode Manager (ModeM) integration.
The jump mechanism ensures that severe, safety-related faults bypass the usual delay.
Would you like me to add a corresponding UML class diagram next — showing how DiagDebounceSWC, RTE, ModeManager, and DEM interact through interfaces (Rte_Read, Rte_Call, Rte_ModeSwitch)?

yes

Perfect ✅
Here’s a PlantUML class diagram suitable for AUTOSAR design documentation, showing DiagDebounce SWC, RTE interfaces, Mode Manager, and DEM, along with the key interactions for count-based (with jump) and time-based debounce.
🧩 File name suggestion
DiagDebounce_ClassDiagram.puml
@startuml
title AUTOSAR Diagnostic Debounce SWC Class Diagram

skinparam class {
BackgroundColor<> #D0E6F7
BackgroundColor<> #F7E6D0
BackgroundColor<> #D0F7D6
BorderColor black
FontStyle bold
}

' --- Application SWC ---
class DiagDebounceSWC <> {
+Rte_ModeType_SystemMode currentMode
+uint8 faultCounter
+boolean faultLatched
+uint32 timerMs
+DiagDebounceSWC_MainFunction()
+isSevereFault() : boolean
}

' --- Mode Manager ---
class ModeManager <> {
+SystemMode : enum {NORMAL_OPERATION, DIAGNOSTIC_MODE}
+NotifyModeChange()
}

' --- DEM ---
class DEM <> {
+ReportErrorStatus(eventId:uint8, status:uint8)
}

' --- RTE Interfaces ---
class Rte_ModeSwitchInterface <> {
+Rte_ModeSwitch_SystemMode(mode:Rte_ModeType_SystemMode)
}

class Rte_CallInterface <> {
+Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(status:uint8)
}

class Rte_ReadInterface <> {
+Rte_Read_FaultSignal(faultDetected:boolean*)
+Rte_Read_FaultSeverity(severity:uint8*)
+Rte_GetCurrentTimeMs() : uint32
}

' --- Relationships ---
ModeManager --> Rte_ModeSwitchInterface : NotifyModeChange()
Rte_ModeSwitchInterface --> DiagDebounceSWC : ModeChange()
DiagDebounceSWC --> Rte_ReadInterface : ReadSignals()
DiagDebounceSWC --> Rte_CallInterface : ReportStatus()
Rte_CallInterface --> DEM : DeliverStatus()

@enduml
🧠 Diagram Explanation
Class Role
DiagDebounceSWC Implements debounce logic (count-based, jump-based, time-based); interacts with RTE interfaces
ModeManager Determines ECU operational mode (NORMAL / DIAGNOSTIC); triggers mode switches via RTE
DEM Receives diagnostic events (FAILED, PREFAILED, PASSED)
Rte_ModeSwitchInterface Connects ModeManager → SWC; informs SWC of mode changes
Rte_CallInterface Connects SWC → DEM; client-server interface for reporting events
Rte_ReadInterface SWC reads fault signals, severity, and time from RTE or BSW
🔧 Key Design Points
Mode-dependent behavior: DiagDebounceSWC adjusts thresholds based on currentMode.
Jump-to-Failed/PASSED logic: Determined by isSevereFault() or immediate diagnostic mode.
RTE mediation: SWC never accesses DEM or ModeManager directly; all communication is via RTE interfaces.
Extensible: New SWCs or sensors can connect through the same RTE interfaces without changing SWC internal logic.
This class diagram complements the state machine and sequence diagrams we previously created. Together, they provide a full AUTOSAR-compliant view of diagnostic debounce for both count-based with jump and time-based mechanisms.
If you want, I can create one integrated diagram set showing:
State Machine
Sequence Diagram
Class Diagram
all in a single design-documentation-ready PDF/PlantUML file for your project. This would make it fully consistent and ready for AUTOSAR documentation.
Do you want me to do that?

pease add timing diagram without class diagram.

Perfect ✅
Let’s create a PlantUML timing diagram showing count-based (with jump) and time-based debounce behavior over time, including mode changes. This is ideal for design documentation and focuses purely on runtime signals, no class details.
🧩 File name suggestion
DiagDebounce_TimingDiagram.puml
@startuml
title Diagnostic Debounce Timing Diagram (Count-based Jump & Time-based)

skinparam sequence {
ArrowColor Black
ActorBorderColor Black
ActorBackgroundColor #F0F0F0
}

@0ms
robust "SystemMode" as Mode
robust "FaultSignal" as Fault
robust "Counter / Timer" as Counter
robust "DEM Status" as DEM

== Initialization ==
Mode: NORMAL
Fault: 0
Counter: 0
DEM: PASSED

== Count-Based Debounce with Jump ==
Fault: 0 -> 1 : Fault appears
Counter: 0 -> 1 : Increment
DEM: PASSED

@10ms
Fault: 1
Counter: 1 -> 2
DEM: PASSED

@20ms
Fault: 1, Severity=2 : Severe fault triggers jump
Counter: 2 -> 10 : Jump-to-Failed
DEM: FAILED

@30ms
Fault: 1
Counter: 10
DEM: FAILED

@40ms
Fault: 0
Counter: 10 -> 0 : Jump-to-Passed
DEM: PASSED

== Time-Based Debounce ==
Mode: NORMAL
Fault: 1 : Fault persists
Counter: 0 -> 0 : Timer starts
DEM: PASSED

@50ms
Fault: 1
Counter: 0 -> 10 : Timer accumulates
DEM: PASSED

@60ms
Fault: 1
Counter: 10 -> 20 : Timer >= debounceTime (e.g., 20ms)
DEM: FAILED

@70ms
Fault: 0
Counter: 20 -> 0 : Fault cleared
DEM: PASSED

== Mode Change to Diagnostic ==
Mode: DIAGNOSTIC
Fault: 1
Counter: 0 -> 1 : Immediate report
DEM: FAILED

@enduml
🧠 Diagram Explanation
Signal Meaning
SystemMode ECU mode (NORMAL / DIAGNOSTIC)
FaultSignal Input fault signal from sensor
Counter / Timer Count-based counter or time-based timer used for debounce
DEM Status Diagnostic Event Manager reported status (PASSED, PREFAILED, FAILED)
✅ Key Points Illustrated
Count-based with jump:
Increment counter per cycle
Jump immediately to threshold when a severe fault occurs
Time-based:
Accumulate time while fault persists
Report only when fault duration exceeds debounce time
Mode management:
In DIAGNOSTIC_MODE, report immediately regardless of count or time
Recovery behavior:
Counter resets on fault cleared
Timer resets on fault cleared
This timing diagram complements the sequence and state machine diagrams, showing exact temporal behavior of signals and event reporting.
If you want, I can create a single cohesive PlantUML document including:
Sequence Diagram
State Machine Diagram
Timing Diagram
All aligned to AUTOSAR debounce with jump and time-based logic.
Do you want me to create that integrated document?

please do.

Perfect ✅
Let’s create a single integrated PlantUML document including:
State Machine Diagram – showing count-based (with jump) and time-based debounce states
Sequence Diagram – showing RTE, Mode Manager, SWC, and DEM interactions
Timing Diagram – showing runtime signal evolution and event reporting
This will be fully suitable for AUTOSAR design documentation.
🧩 Integrated PlantUML Document
@startuml
'=================================================================
' 1️⃣ State Machine Diagram: Diagnostic Debounce
'=================================================================
title AUTOSAR Diagnostic Debounce State Machine

skinparam state {
BackgroundColor<> #D0E6F7
BackgroundColor<> #EAF7D0
BorderColor black
FontStyle bold
}

[*] --> Idle : System Power On

state "Idle" as Idle {
[*] --> Init
Init --> WaitingForMode : EcuM initializes
WaitingForMode --> NormalOperation : RTE_ModeSwitch(NORMAL)
WaitingForMode --> DiagnosticMode : RTE_ModeSwitch(DIAGNOSTIC)
}

state "ModeActive" as ModeActive {
[] --> Monitoring
Monitoring --> Debouncing : Fault Detected
Monitoring --> [] : No Fault
}

state "CountBasedDebounce" as CBD <> {
[*] --> Counting : faultDetected++
Counting --> JumpToFail : Severe Fault
Counting --> Counting : Increment
Counting --> Monitoring : faultCleared
JumpToFail --> Failed : counter >= threshold
Failed --> Monitoring : faultRecovered
}

state "TimeBasedDebounce" as TBD <> {
[*] --> Timing : faultDetected
Timing --> Failed : elapsedTime >= debounceTime
Timing --> Monitoring : faultCleared
Failed --> Monitoring : faultRecovered
}

NormalOperation --> ModeActive
DiagnosticMode --> ModeActive
ModeActive --> CBD : Mode == NORMAL
ModeActive --> TBD : Mode == NORMAL (analog)
ModeActive --> Failed : Mode == DIAGNOSTIC (immediate)
CBD --> [] : Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(FAILED)
TBD --> [] : Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(FAILED)
Failed --> [*] : Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(PASSED)

'=================================================================
' 2️⃣ Sequence Diagram: RTE, SWC, Mode Manager, DEM
'=================================================================
title Diagnostic Debounce Sequence Diagram

actor "EcuM" as EcuM
participant "Mode Manager" as ModeMgr
participant "RTE" as RTE
participant "DiagDebounceSWC" as Debounce
participant "DEM" as Dem

EcuM -> ModeMgr : Initialize System Mode = NORMAL
ModeMgr -> RTE : Rte_ModeSwitch(SystemMode, NORMAL)
RTE -> Debounce : Mode Switch Notification

loop Every 10ms
RTE -> Debounce : Rte_Read_FaultSignal(&faultDetected)
Debounce -> Debounce : Update counter/timer
Debounce -> RTE : Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(status)
RTE -> Dem : Report status
end

EcuM -> ModeMgr : Request Mode = DIAGNOSTIC
ModeMgr -> RTE : Rte_ModeSwitch(SystemMode, DIAGNOSTIC)
RTE -> Debounce : Mode Switch Notification
Debounce -> RTE : Rte_Call_ReportErrorStatus(status)
RTE -> Dem : Report status

'=================================================================
' 3️⃣ Timing Diagram: Count-based Jump & Time-based
'=================================================================
title Diagnostic Debounce Timing Diagram

robust "SystemMode" as Mode
robust "FaultSignal" as Fault
robust "Counter / Timer" as Counter
robust "DEM Status" as DEM

== Initialization ==
Mode: NORMAL
Fault: 0
Counter: 0
DEM: PASSED

== Count-Based Debounce with Jump ==
Fault: 0 -> 1 : Fault appears
Counter: 0 -> 1 : Increment
DEM: PASSED

@10ms
Fault: 1
Counter: 1 -> 2
DEM: PASSED

@20ms
Fault: 1, Severity=2 : Severe fault triggers jump
Counter: 2 -> 10 : Jump-to-Failed
DEM: FAILED

@30ms
Fault: 1
Counter: 10
DEM: FAILED

@40ms
Fault: 0
Counter: 10 -> 0 : Jump-to-Passed
DEM: PASSED

== Time-Based Debounce ==
Mode: NORMAL
Fault: 1
Counter: 0 -> 0 : Timer starts
DEM: PASSED

@50ms
Fault: 1
Counter: 0 -> 10 : Timer accumulates
DEM: PASSED

@60ms
Fault: 1
Counter: 10 -> 20 : Timer >= debounceTime
DEM: FAILED

@70ms
Fault: 0
Counter: 20 -> 0 : Fault cleared
DEM: PASSED

== Mode Change to Diagnostic ==
Mode: DIAGNOSTIC
Fault: 1
Counter: 0 -> 1 : Immediate report
DEM: FAILED

@enduml
🧠 Integrated Diagram Explanation
State Machine
Shows transitions for count-based with jump and time-based debouncing.
Includes mode-dependent behavior (Normal vs Diagnostic).
Sequence Diagram
Demonstrates RTE-mediated communication:
ModeMgr -> RTE -> SWC -> DEM
Fault reading and status reporting per cycle.
Timing Diagram
Illustrates counter/timer evolution, fault signal, and DEM event reporting over time.
Shows jump-to-failed and jump-to-passed, as well as mode change impact.
This single PlantUML file is now ready for design documentation.
It fully covers AUTOSAR-style diagnostic debounce, including:
Count-based debounce (with jump)
Time-based debounce
Mode management integration
Signal flow, timing, and status reporting
If you like, I can also annotate the timing diagram with thresholds and jump triggers, making it even more readable for engineers and reviewers.
Do you want me to do that?

yes.

Perfect ✅
We can enhance the timing diagram by adding annotations for thresholds, jump triggers, and debounce times, making it clearer for engineers and reviewers.
Here’s the updated PlantUML integrated timing diagram with annotations:
@startuml
title Diagnostic Debounce Timing Diagram with Thresholds & Jump Annotations

robust "SystemMode" as Mode
robust "FaultSignal" as Fault
robust "Counter / Timer" as Counter
robust "DEM Status" as DEM

== Initialization ==
Mode: NORMAL
Fault: 0
Counter: 0
DEM: PASSED
note right of Counter
Threshold (count-based) = 5
Jump-to-Failed value = 5
Time-based debounce = 20ms
end note

== Count-Based Debounce with Jump ==
Fault: 0 -> 1 : Fault appears
Counter: 0 -> 1 : Increment
DEM: PASSED
note right of Counter
Increment per cycle = 1
end note

@10ms
Fault: 1
Counter: 1 -> 2
DEM: PASSED

@20ms
Fault: 1, Severity=2 : Severe fault triggers jump
Counter: 2 -> 5 : Jump-to-Failed triggered
DEM: FAILED
note right of Counter
Jump applied because severity >= JUMP_FAIL_SEVERITY
end note

@30ms
Fault: 1
Counter: 5
DEM: FAILED

@40ms
Fault: 0
Counter: 5 -> 0 : Jump-to-Passed
DEM: PASSED
note right of Counter
Counter reset immediately after fault cleared
end note

== Time-Based Debounce ==
Mode: NORMAL
Fault: 1
Counter: 0 -> 0 : Timer starts
DEM: PASSED
note right of Counter
Timer starts counting fault duration
end note

@50ms
Fault: 1
Counter: 0 -> 10 : Timer accumulates
DEM: PASSED

@60ms
Fault: 1
Counter: 10 -> 20 : Timer >= debounceTime
DEM: FAILED
note right of Counter
Time-based debounce threshold reached (20ms)
end note

@70ms
Fault: 0
Counter: 20 -> 0 : Fault cleared
DEM: PASSED
note right of Counter
Timer reset immediately when fault cleared
end note

== Mode Change to Diagnostic ==
Mode: DIAGNOSTIC
Fault: 1
Counter: 0 -> 1 : Immediate report
DEM: FAILED
note right of Counter
Diagnostic mode disables debounce; immediate FAIL
end note

@enduml
🔹 Notes on Enhancements
Threshold annotations
Count threshold for normal operation (5 counts)
Jump-to-failed value annotated
Jump triggers
Severe fault triggers jump immediately
Diagnostic mode triggers immediate report
Time-based debounce annotations
Timer start, accumulation, threshold reached, reset
Mode impact clearly visible
Normal vs Diagnostic mode effect
This diagram now clearly shows all key thresholds, jumps, and timing points, making it ready for engineering review or AUTOSAR documentation.
If you want, I can also combine the state machine, sequence, and this annotated timing diagram into a single PlantUML PDF, fully ready for inclusion in your design documentation.
Do you want me to do that?