New-Tech Europe | December 2016 | Didital Edition

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solution. The multi-core capable AUTOSAR basic software MICROSAR and the Vector tools PREEvision, DaVinci Developer and DaVinci Configurator Pro are complemented by the TA Tool Suite from Timing- Architects. By this means, engineers get an innovative and comprehensive solution which lets them cover all phases of software development for real-time multi-core processors. Software integration into the ECU is simplified by architectural design, simulation, optimization and the evaluation of real-time data. To intensify the already successful collaboration, Vector Informatik GmbH has acquired 49% of Timing-Architects Embedded Systems GmbH shares. Vector also supports worldwide sales of the TA Tool Suite and provides local technical expertise as well. This sales partnership, which has already been launched in the USA and Japan, will soon be extended to other countries. TA and Vector will still remain autonomous and independent companies. Dr. Michael Deubzer, CEO of Timing-Architects, sees many advantages how software and functional developers will benefit from the partnership: “Due to their complexity, it is nearly impossible to develop networked multi-core systems without tool support. The real-time behavior of such systems can be validated by a combination of Vector and TA tools. Now, our partnership with Vector ensures easy and competent access to our tools for customers worldwide.” Dr. Thomas Beck, CEO of Vector Informatik GmbH, adds: “Today, our customers are already benefiting from a jointly developed interface for our tools, which can be used to analyze and optimize an AUTOSAR-conformant system configuration. Our two companies can now network this special knowledge even better to optimally tune our products to one another.” In the framework of the partnership, Vector and TA are already planning additional steps towards realizing efficient and productive automotive engineering. In using the joint solution during development, first the AUTOSAR tools from Vector are used to describe the software components (SWCs) and create a preliminary draft of the ECU configuration. Engineers use PREEvision, DaVinci Developer and DaVinci Configurator Pro for this purpose. Then, the TA tools are used to analyze this configuration and make comparisons to time requirements. The best distribution

Both converters feature extended operating temperature ranges, -40 to +85 degrees C for IML02 and -25 to +105 degrees C for the ISM02. Offering high efficiency, wide operating temperature and very small footprints, the units are well suited to modern compact medical devices. The IML02 is available in four different input voltage ranges for nominal 5, 12,15 or 24VDC inputs, while the ISM02 is available in three ranges for 5, 12 and 24VDC input applications. The ISM02 offers single output models of 5, 12, 15V, and +/-12V and +/-15V dual output models, while the IML02 has 3.3, 5, 9, 12, 15V and +\- dual versions of each voltage. The converters meet Class B EMI EN55011 standards (conducted EMI requires a small input filter for the IML range) and carry worldwide medical safety approvals to 60601-1 standards. XP Power’s new medical 2 Watt DC-DC converters offer the latest technology and with their market leading extended operating range, excellent efficiency and compact dimensions, are their ‘next generation’ converters for medical device applications. The series are available from Digi-Key, element14, Farnell, RS Components, approved regional distributors, or direct fromXPPower and come with a 3-year warranty.

Timing-Architects and Vector join Forces for Multi-core Development Vector Informatik GmbH (Vector) of Stuttgart invests in Timing-Architects Embedded Systems GmbH (TA) of Regensburg. Together they now offer a complete tool chain for developing distributed multi-core real-time systems for Electronic Control Units (ECU) in vehicles. Vector is also enabling global sales of TA products. Through this partnership, ECU developers and automotive OEMs will benefit from a universal tool

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