Verifying proper system functionality on today's multiplexed vehicles can be a daunting task.  Let DGE help.  Our engineers have extensive experience in vehicle testing and analysis.

Test Equipment and Testing Services

We can also verify that your design meets specifications. We have provided validation testing at the vehicle, subsystem, ECU, and microprocessor levels. Examples include:

• Vehicle-level CAN and J1850 validation testing
• Validation of third-party CAN software drivers
• VDA Testing
• ECU-level CAN testing
• ECU-level diagnostics testing
• OEM EMC/environmental testing for customer modules
• GPS and dead reckoning testing
• Power mode testing

DGE can provide rapid development of test equipment and test software.  Examples include:

• Module tester and simulator HW/SW development for OEM/Tier supplier
• Creation of software test suites
• Powertrain ECU embedded test code development for OEM
• Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) self-test software for OEM
• End-of-Line (EOL) test equipment HW/SW development and build for Tier supplier

System Diagnostics

Our system diagnostic philosophy focuses on identifying the root cause of problems and finding timely, cost-effective solutions. DGE's engineers have been involved with:

• Audio system troubleshooting involving the integration of CD changers
• Ignition noise troubleshooting to resolve conducted emissions issues and J1850 noise pickup
• Root cause analysis and corrective action reports
• Diagnosis, analysis, and assessment of communications issues
• System level support for electronics engineering
• Bus noise source identification and corrective action recommendation
• Troubleshooting of CAN network management (sleep and wakeup) IOD issues

System and Subsystem Analysis

Our team of engineers are experts in electronic system and subsystem analysis. Whether you need a module or system evaluated or a competitive analysis, DGE can do it.

• Powertrain Competitive Analyses
• Radio Competitive Analyses
• J1850 Audio System Evaluation
• Microcontroller Oscillator Evaluation
• Remote Keyless Entry Evaluations and Analyses

Physical Testing

DGE can also perform/manage the following tests as part of our ECU development work:

• Thermal Life Cycling with Humidity
• Thermal Shock Testing
• Drop Testing
• Detailed Thermal Testing and Profiling

Please contact us for information on any DGE product or service.