| A new compact hardware in the loop (HIL) tester
configured for testing body and interior electronic systems is being launched
at SAE Convergence this year. Pi AutoSim SSC will be welcomed by test
engineers looking for a cost-effective solution without needing the full
capabilities of a typical powertrain tester.
Historically, it has been the powertrain systems of vehicles where the
use of sophisticated electronic controls has been most noticeable. Recently
however, there has been an explosion in the complexity and scope of body
and interior electronics. This encompasses many of the common vehicles
sub-assemblies including door systems, seating, instrument clusters and
climate control.
As the sophistication and complexity has risen, so have the demands of
testing such systems. Pi AutoSim has a well established pedigree in the
testing of powertrain systems, which typically have a large number of
I/O signals.
However, many body control applications do not have such large I/O requirements
and a lower cost solution, with a reduced I/O capability, together with
a smaller physical size may be appropriate. In these situations, the new
Pi AutoSim SSC is a solution.
Overview:
- Scalable automotive testing solution, ideally suited to body and interior systems · True hardware-in-the-loop test tool which supports both open and closed loop models · Fully software compatible with the Pi AutoSim ASC and hardware compatible with the full range of proven Pi AutoSim I/O boards · Import models directly from MATLAB Simulink or create in C/C++ · Can be rack mounted or used free-standing
- Small footprint, low profile: 211mm (8.25") high x 520mm (21.5") wide x 400mm (15.75") deep (cased)
- Weight: 15kg
- Fully compliant with FCC and CE requirements
Andy Jackson, Head of Test and Tools, Pi Technology said: "This is the test tool that body and interior systems engineers have been waiting for; it's compatible with industry standards and offers the capability and performance they need at an attractive price."
Pi AutoSim SSC in detail:
- Highly cost effective for lower I/O count applications
- Software compatible with the Pi AutoSim Classic
- 6 I/O slots, providing for around 200 I/O signals (maximum)
- Uses standard PISA I/O boards as used in the Pi AutoSim Classic
- 3 switched power rails up to a maximum of 15A
- LCD front panel providing easy user interaction
- Built to the same high standards as the original system
- Designed for 19" rack mounting - can optionally be supplied cased
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