STARS Engine

STARS Engine - Automation Software

Test Automation Software for Engine Testing

Engineers face increasing demands for precision, efficiency, and adaptability in engine testing. Complex test execution, time-consuming data analysis, and system integration issues can slow down development and increase costs. STARS Engine is powerful, flexible, and reliable test automation software that makes your testing operations more effective, efficient, and, above all, highly reliable. With an extensive range of user-friendly features, STARS Engine simplifies the process of running even the most complex tests.

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We know that no two engine test cells are the same. To meet the full range of engine testing goals and requirements, STARS Engine allows users an incredible amount of flexibility. This test automation software provides access to an extensive array of test programs, ranging from straightforward manual testing to highly sophisticated dynamic automatic tests. Adapting STARS Engine is made easier through its intuitive user interface. This interface is designed to make interaction with the test automation system more intuitive, empowering both novice and experienced users to execute tests with ease and precision.

A Scalable Solution for Every Testing Need

STARS Engine offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing it to function as a stand-alone system for single test stands or as part of a clustered network, optimizing test field operations for maximum efficiency. Whether operating independently or as an interconnected system, STARS Engine ensures that every test stand in your network is kept up to date with the latest software capabilities and test data.

By maintaining synchronization between the central server and all workstations within the cluster, STARS Engine makes the latest testing data and system information readily available anytime, anywhere. This centralized approach enhances collaboration and gives all team members immediate access to current and relevant test results.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Real-Time Performance Monitoring: Execute test schedules, scripts, and monitoring tasks in real time with up to 1 kHz precision using the built-in STARS real-time system.
  • High-Speed Data Acquisition: Capture over 150,000 values per second with sampling rates up to 5 kHz per channel, providing detailed and accurate data collection.
  • Seamless System Integration: Easily incorporate new equipment and adapt to evolving testing requirements.
  • Customizable Test Structures: Configure project and test stand structures according to specific customer requirements.
  • Scalable for Any Test Environment: Operate as a standalone system or within a clustered setup for optimized test field management.
  • Centralized Data Management: Keep all test stations synchronized with the latest information for seamless collaboration and real-time access.
  • Flexible Automation Platform: Run multiple instances of STARS resources, including test schedules and limit data sets, simultaneously.
  • Advanced Application Extensions: Enhance engine emissions testing with specialized software modules, such as:
    • STARS HDEET: Heavy-Duty Engine Emissions Test
    • STARS VETS: Vehicle Emissions Testing Software for dynamic cycle evaluations

Why Choose STARS Engine?

STARS Engine is designed for professionals who demand precision, flexibility, and efficiency in engine testing. Whether you're working on research, development, or compliance testing, this software provides the tools needed to streamline operations and improve test accuracy.

Discover how STARS Engine can revolutionize your engine testing. Contact us today for a demo or more information!

Platform and Operating System
  • Hardware: Single PC-based platform ensuring high performance and reliability
  • Operating System: Windows 10 LTSC for long-term stability
  • Real-Time Execution: IntervalZero RTX64 deterministic real-time environment
  • Execution Rates: Real-time task execution rates of up to 5 kHz

 

Data Acquisition and Logging
  • Sampling Rate: Up to 5 kHz, depending on the selected I/O system
  • Scalability: No fixed limit on the number of concurrent data loggers and channels, allowing for flexible expansion

 

Interfaces and Protocols

STARS Engine supports a broad range of industry-standard interfaces and protocols, including:

  • Automotive Standards: AK, ASAM ODS Server, ASAM MCD-3 MC, ASAP3, iLinkRT, ASAM ACI Server
  • Communication Protocols: EtherCAT, OBD II, CAN, CAN FD, CANOpen, IPG CarMaker, PROFIBUS, PROFINET, Modbus
  • HORIBA Integration: HORIBA RT Interface, HORIBA MetaLAN for seamless connectivity within test environments

 

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