IDEA. IDEA (International Data Encryption Algorithm) is a block cipher that was first described in 1991 by James Massey and Xuejia Lai as a potential replacement for DES. The IDEA algorithm uses a 128 bit key and works on 64 bit blocks of information.DEA. IDEA (International Data Encryption Algorithm) is a block cipher that was first described in 1991 by James Massey and Xuejia Lai as a potential replacement for DES. The IDEA algorithm uses a 128 bit key and works on 64 bit blocks of information.
What is an ELD? ELD stands for Electronic Logging Device. It is DOT-certified electronic hardware that connects to the vehicle's engine to record driving hours. It includes a screen for the driver so they can monitor their current status as well as the ability to print hour logs when required by DOT inspectors.
01/26/17. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration mandate which requires nearly all U.S. truck operators to use electronic logging devices (ELDs) to track duty status has been upheld in court and will take effect December 16, 2017. The mandate will impact not just the trucking industry, but the trucking insurance sector as well.