Sub-zero temperatures, icy roads, poor visibility: a test vehicle is on the road in Scandinavia. These conditions pose major challenges not only for the test driver, but also for the vehicle developers working behind the scenes. In a fraction of a second, countless signals are generated by sensors, control units and networks – these determine whether driver assistance systems respond reliably, whether the software operates stably, and whether new vehicle functions are ready for series production.
After all, modern vehicles have long been software-driven high-tech systems. Driver assistance, electromobility and autonomous driving are no longer based solely on mechanics and electronics, but on the interplay of complex software, sensor technology and digital vehicle networks. The fundamental principles are data – vast amounts of data. The demands placed on the systems that capture, structure and make these large volumes of data usable – thereby generating insights from the flood of data – are correspondingly high.
With the IPE891 data logger, the INDUS subsidiary IPETRONIK, supported by the INDUS innovation development bank, has developed a platform that meets precisely these requirements in vehicle development and validation. During test drives, the logger captures everything that would otherwise remain hidden: how driver assistance systems react, how software performs under load, and how highly complex vehicle architectures interact. It precisely documents what happens at the crucial moment. This creates a digital record of the journey, helping developers to better understand the vehicles and optimise them further in a targeted manner.
The IPE891 integrates seamlessly into existing development environments. It supports all modern interfaces and communication protocols – from Ethernet-based vehicle networks to traditional bus systems – and provides the data in a standardised format for development, test and analysis tools. The platform is designed to be open and scalable and can be used across different project phases and vehicle generations.
It is no coincidence that this technology can be used worldwide. Whether in extreme cold, heat or during long test cycles: the IPE891 operates where new mobility is taking shape – not under ideal conditions, but on the road.For IPETRONIK, the IPE891 marks an important step towards software- and data-based business models. For INDUS, it exemplifies the key digital technologies with which the Group is further developing its engineering expertise and securing sustained growth.
Find out more at: IPE891 – High-performance data logger | IPETRONIK
