Product

ORION is application software that can conduct automated measurements by connecting Test Cell Systems and ECU Calibration systems with the engine test bench.
ORION is compatible with other interfaces by using ASAP3 and ASAP3HS (A&D is the exclusive manufacturer), and through the customization of the ORION interface.

Automated Measurement Function

The User can create and execute the automated measurement sequence by combining ACTIONS (measurement functions)
In addition, ORION is equipped with a standard Action library for calibration measurements and takes advantage of the extensive calibration measurement know-how of iAV (Action Group).
The effectiveness of this standard Action is proven, and by combining various Actions the User can also perform execution tasks to correspond to their particular objectives.
The automated boundary search function can be utilized to sweep while monitoring the threshold limits for driving. Since it can be stopped just before reaching the threshold point, the automated boundary search function can shorten previous boundary searches.

Test Automation with ORION

• Automation of measurement operations occurs during a series of calibration processes:
• Flexible automated test based on user-defined test sequences (library with an expansive function)
• An open interface that supports a wide range of DoE and calibration tools. It is also possible to integrate it with a calibration process.
• Advanced tools for experts, an included GUI for standard tasks, and a function for open work flow
• Prior to conducting actual experiments at the test cell, it is possible to confirm the measurement parameters using simulations (off-line mode)
• To conduct measurements while carrying out a boundary search, it is not necessary to have a strict boundary setting, and test time at the test cell is drastically shortened.
• To avoid boundary errors, it will move to the next measurement point (Parallel control function)

ORION consists of two software applications, a Measurement Definition Application (MDA) and a Measurement Application (MA). The Measurement Definition Application creates various settings, including measurement definition folders to conduct measurements. The Measurement Application conducts measurements and controls for the connected machines based on the Measurement Definition Application that has been stored. Automated measurements can also be executed.

Measurement Definition Screen

• Off-line Measurement/On-line Measurement
  Prior to conducting a test at the test cell, it is possible to construct simulations by constructing PC movements of the engine model that resemble the actual test cell.
  By performing the simulations first, it is possible to confirm the movements using the stored definitions (parameters, test point sequence, etc), and therefore conduct the test smoothly and efficiently at the test cell.
• Off Line Measurement
  This is the mode where the test occurs at the test cell

Measurement Screen

Examples of Hardware Configuration

iTEST

This controls the dynamometer throttle based on data collected from each powertrain test cell sensor, while the previously defined test schedule is being executed. By combining iTEST with ANDROMEDA, complex engine bench controls and real-time simulation environments can be integrated to create high-tech test bench systems.

CAS

The Combustion Analysis System (CAS) has a host of analytical parameters and provides calculations in real time of all analyses, cycle-by-cycle. It can also respond to a wide variety of measurement requirements with the addition of modules such as the high-speed A/D module, compressors and charge amplifiers.

iConnect

iConnect combines the benefits of a distributed network with high-quality I/O channels, allowing for minimal cabling and the ability to place I/O where it is needed. This allows the system to be easily modified for a variety of testing needs.

Andromeda

Andromeda can collect data from each powertrain test cell sensor while controlling the dynamometer, throttle simultaneously executing the previously defined testing schedule. By combining ANDROMEDA and iTEST, one can integrate various engine bench controls and real time simulation environments to produce a high-tech, full-featured test bench system. It possesses a vehicle simulation function, and based on the specifications input regarding the vehicle, engine and mission, one can examine running resistance and shift processes. It can also conduct the run simulation function for the actual vehicle using the engine test bench. The vehicle simulation model can be created and customized using MATLAB/Simulink.