by hfranklin@aanddtech.com | May 18, 2026 | HiL Simulation Systems, Lab Management, News, Test Automation, Uncategorized
What Is an ECU? A Complete Guide to Electronic Control Units in Modern Vehicles Modern vehicles are no longer purely mechanical systems—they are distributed computing platforms on wheels. At the heart of this transformation are Electronic Control Units (ECUs). A...
by hfranklin@aanddtech.com | May 12, 2026 | Battery Test Systems, Dynamometers, HiL Simulation Systems, Lab Management, News, Test Automation, Uncategorized
As the automotive industry rapidly diversifies, R&D organizations are no longer developing one type of powertrain. Today’s test engineers are often asked to support internal combustion engines (ICE), hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs), battery electric vehicles...
by hfranklin@aanddtech.com | Apr 30, 2026 | News, Test Automation, Uncategorized
iTest 4.6: Smarter Automation, Deeper Insight, and Greater Flexibility for Modern Test Systems As test environments grow more complex—integrating advanced electronics, software‑defined systems, and global development teams—test automation platforms must evolve just as...
by hfranklin@aanddtech.com | Apr 27, 2026 | Dynamometers, HiL Simulation Systems, Lab Management, News, Uncategorized
What Are MATLAB® and Simulink®? A Practical Guide for Engineering, Simulation, and Testing In modern engineering and product development, simulation and modeling are no longer optional—they are essential. Two of the most widely used tools in this space are MATLAB® and...
by hfranklin@aanddtech.com | Apr 22, 2026 | HiL Simulation Systems, Lab Management, News, Test Automation, Uncategorized
AI Data Centers, Water Use, and the Case for Better Monitoring Why Water Is the Next Battleground for AI Data Centers AI data centers are no longer judged solely by compute power or energy efficiency. In 2026, water usage has become one of the most closely scrutinized...
by hfranklin@aanddtech.com | Apr 6, 2026 | News, Uncategorized
Autism Acceptance Month: Neurodiversity Driving Innovation in Mobility & Engineering April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to move beyond awareness and focus on understanding, inclusion, and the tangible value that neurodiverse individuals bring to society—and...
