Electronic Fuse Box Tester - HIL

Automated HIL test system for validating 25 fuse box channels from 3A to 200A using NI LabVIEW and programmable loads.

Project Scope

    • Automated UUT validation.
    • Every channel to test and observe UUT efficiency for the loads.
      • Rated load.
      • Programmable loads.
      • Short circuit.
      • Short circuit between the same-rated channels. (e.g., a 3A channel will be looped with another 3A channel).

Challenge

  • Single Software Architecture (LabVIEW Application) to validate all channels.
  • A single test that validates the path of all 25 channels under different loads (loads can sink from 3A to 200A).
  • There are no instruments to measure the current from 3 A to 200 A.

Solution

  • SSR and contactors for connecting the channels to different loads based on the rating.
  • LabVIEW software to interface with programmable loads, a programmable DC supply, and a DMM.
  • LEM sensors to measure the high current.