SimHIL Integrated Hardware-in-the-Loop Testing

As cars become more autonomous, it will be critical that they know their own position to a high degree of accuracy, so they can navigate and make driving decisions effectively.

The aim of GNSS testing is to understand how a GNSS-enabled device will perform in the infinite different circumstances of the real world. For this reason, realistic GNSS testing is crucial in the development and validation of positioning, navigation and timing systems that will perform in the hands of users. With the lack of repeatability and error tracing in real world testing, delivering realistic results depends on lab-based GNSS simulation and record & playback technologies. Simulation and record & playback systems represent the state-of-the-art in lab-based testing for GNSS. With enhanced realism and the highest fidelity, the significant benefits of bridging the gap between lab and real-world testing can be realised. Foremost of these is to move more testing away from the field and into the cheaper, faster, and more scientific lab environment.

Find the GNSS simulator that's right for you. It’s widely accepted that simulation is the primary tool for testing GNSS enabled equipment. However, selecting the right simulator is not simple. The first port of call should be to check the feature list – does the simulator offer the functionality you require? After this, though, you will need to establish whether the simulator performs as expected. Failure to do so could have catastrophic consequences for your product, and even your business.