Testing/Simulation

Although capacitive discharge (CD) system is the easiest way to generate a transient, this method has several drawbacks. The issue only becomes more of a challenge as technology changes and industry standards do not exist. In this case, a CD transient system becomes nearly useless unless an existing standard based on the older technology is used. AR's TG6xxx series of vehicle transient generators are amplifier systems producing transient pulses by inputting a small amplitude signal at correct waveform into the amplifier using the amplifier gain to generate the high amplitude & potentially high energy pulse. This note discusses the benefits of amplifier generators and compares to CD systems.

Technical information on AR's innovative test systems for conductive immunity and automotive transient generator testing. The brochure includes AR's CI (conducted immunity) systems, self-contained, all-in-one test systems, and the TGAR systems for automotive transient generator testing. The CI Systems are designed to make RF conducted immunity testing easier and more efficient by simplifying the entire process - calibrating, testing, DUT troubleshooting and reporting. TGAR systems are advanced automotive transient generator test systems that easily adapt to the diverse and ever-changing specifications in the automotive market.

As standards for safety and comfort rise, so does the complexity of electronic systems. Many manufacturers and suppliers have realized that standardized development systems speed up and improve the hand-off between individual development phases. dSPACE, a global supplier of embedded controls development solutions, offers a complete, integrated tool chain for all development stages – from model-based rapid control prototyping to automatic code generation to simulated controller testing. The advantages of an integrated tool set are threefold: considerable savings in time and cost, greatly enhanced software quality, and efficient interaction between manufacturer and supplier.

MAHLE Test Systems offers tools and technical expertise for testing vehicle and powertrain electronics for all stages of the vehicle lifecycle – from Product Development to Production to Service and Aftermarket. We are a trusted supplier in the development of new testing solutions for various OEM applications, ranging throughout the product lifecycle. We have helped our customers achieve “best in class” build quality, while supporting increasingly complex testing requirements at the vehicle plants. Our services are backed by over 27 years of powertrain and automotive testing knowledge.

Pressurex® pressure indicating sensor film is an easy to use non-destructive testing tool that quickly, accurately and inexpensively maps and measures pressure distribution and magnitude between any two contacting or impacting surfaces. Applications include use in engine gaskets, clamping, catalytic converter canning, brakes/clutches, lamination, door seals, tire tread footprints and impacts testing.

Maplesoft is a leader in mathematical tools for modeling and simulation. Its newest product MapleSim has caught the attention of many engineers who see its potential to reduce model development time and accelerate hardware-in-the-loop simulations. Dr. Tom Lee, Chief Evangelist with Maplesoft, offers an inside look at MapleSim and also comments on major trends in modeling and simulation.

Located in Novi, Mich., Vector CANtech, Inc. was established in 1997 as a wholly owned North American subsidiary of Vector Informatik GmbH. Vector is the leading provider of software tools, embedded software components and services to automotive OEMs, their suppliers and to various other industries. Vector tools equip engineers with the finest capabilities for design, diagnostics, calibration and testing of distributed networking systems. More information on Vector can be found at www.vector.com. Parent company, Vector Informatik GmbH was founded in 1988 and currently employs 900 people.