Optimize Your Virtual Testing, Verification, and Validation: From Algorithm to Vehicle Level

by Siddharth Amondikar

In the ever-evolving landscape of automotive and mobility sectors, developing a robust test system infrastructure is paramount for software release testing. My team at Continental Engineering Services specializes in providing comprehensive solutions tailored to meet these needs.

With extensive experience in series projects and a strong connection to our parent company, Continental, we bring a pragmatic Can-Do Attitude to every project. Our focus is on Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) and Vehicle-in-the-Loop (VIL) simulations, offering state-of-the-art virtual testing solutions that significantly reduce the need for real-world kilometers. Our guiding principle, "If you have a test system, you can test," drives our commitment to innovation, customer-centricity, and technical excellence in test system development and software testing.

What services does Test Systems Infrastructure include?

We provide turnkey, scalable, and customized test system solutions for automotive and other mobility sectors. Our offerings include:

• Component HIL (open/closed loop)
• System HIL (open/closed loop)
• Labcar HIL (open/closed loop)
• Communication benches (open/closed loop)
• Fault injection / Failsafe testing benches (open/closed loop)
• Build acceptance test benches
• VIL test systems (open/closed loop)
• End-to-end automation framework (CI/CT Framework) for HIL test systems
• Virtual ECUs (Level 3 / Level 4)
• Functional Mockup Unit (FMU)

Comprehensive Service Offerings

Our service range is designed to support you through every phase of your test infrastructure development:

Consulting Services

•  Concept & Feasibility study
• Interface definition for virtual data injection
• Virtual test strategy development
• Lead Engineering support

Buildup Services

•  Component purchasing
• E/E and mechanical layout development
• Electrical and mechanical buildup
• Integration of HW/SW modules
• Commissioning and documentation

Development Services

•  Requirement definition/analysis
• System architecture development
• Simulation environment development
• Restbus simulation and Gateway development
• Test system Validation
• Automation development
• Customized tool development for test execution and evaluation
• Virtualization of ECUs (vECU) development

Maintenance and Test Support

•  Sample management
• Project-specific simulation updates
• Change request management and implementation
• Test system resource planning and monitoring
• SW debugging support
• Testing support (Flash testing, Integration testing, Diagnostic Testing, Function testing, System testing, Release testing, Degradation & Failsafe testing)

Enabling and enhancing robust, repeatable, safe and efficient testing of lateral control functions with Vehicle-in-the-Loop test system

Looking Ahead

As we move forward, our goal remains to provide innovative, customer-centric, and quality-driven solutions. By optimizing your test systems with Virtual Testing & Simulation, you ensure tailored solutions that meet your specific needs. We are here to help you accelerate and expand your virtual testing, verification, and validation processes, from algorithm to vehicle level.

By working with us, you leverage our expertise and experience, ensuring your virtual testing and verification processes are second to none. Let us help you achieve technical excellence in your test system development and software testing endeavors.

To learn more about how we can support your infrastructure needs, feel free to contact me, Siddharth Amondikar , Manager of Hardware-in-the-Loop Test Systems, or Stephan Hakuli , Head of Competence Center Virtual Testing and Simulation.

Visit our homepage for further insights into our comprehensive virtual testing services for automotive development: Virtual Testing and Simulation by CES