Work About Join News Contact Vehicle software and hardware interaction test box development For a large Nordic truck and bus client a team of inContext engineers is building test boxes that enable testing of the complex interaction between vehicle software and hardware. When new vehicle components are being introduced – whether hardware or software – they need to be tested thoroughly before moving into production. For this the client has established a large test department, named The Integration Lab. The inContext team is contributing equipment for Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation. HIL is a technique for development and testing of complex real-time embedded systems with close software and hardware interaction. Each part of the vehicle is simulated in standard 19” test boxes containing all relevant mechanical and electrical parts, cables etc. For instance, one test box will represent all engine sensors, while other boxes represent the vehicle’s instrument panel, tyre pressure monitoring system, air brakes, short range radar, cameras etc. To simulate a complete vehicle, all the different HIL test boxes needed are put together in a rack, configured and controlled by specific software and a PC. This “truck in a rack” setup enables the client to simulate the complete infrastructure of a vehicle, and to determine how software upgrades and new components influence the entire system. The inContext engineering team is responsible for ordering parts for these highly complex test boxes, as well as assembling them in the quantities needed by the Integration Lab. Also, the team works with designing prototypes of new test boxes with new functionality. Latest News Growth Benefits November 18, 2021 In October we reached a long-anticipated development goal: to outgrow our premises here at Telefonplan in Stockholm. Celebrations were in full swing as we held a housewarming party for our newly expanded office, got the whole team together to party, and crowned our king of table tennis. Read More » e-Trucks – the future is powered from above November 3, 2021 Say hello to the pantograph, the ancient device invented in the 1890s that’s currently mounted on e-trucks on test tracks in Germany. Pantographs have been used on trains and trams to connect them to overhead wires, and it’s a key component in the future of road freight. Cable harness experts from inContext are designing the e-trucks’ wiring. Read More » Travel letter from Brian August 20, 2021 As some of you may know, I’m currently on a 6 week long hiking trip across the Pyrenees, from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean. The route is called the HRP, and it’s around 770 km with about 40 km total elevation gain (and loss…). I’ve been sleeping in a tent every night and carrying around 3 days of food. Read More » TODAY'S EXPERTISE FOR TOMORROW'S NEEDS We provide engineering services within Electrical Equipment, Complete Electrical Systems, Mechatronics Design and Project Management. Both on-site and in-house. We also pride ourselves in always making sure the projects and assignments meet targets and deadlines. FOLLOW US THE INCONTEXT FAMILY Netgroup WANT TO KNOW MORE? About us Contact us Get location HQ inContext AB Telefonvägen 30 12626 Hägersten Org.nr: 556716-4800 Part of the Data Respons Group @inContext, 2021 We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. Cookie Settings Accept All