Infotronics Lab

The Infotronics Labs at GARC (Global Automotive Research Centre) and ICAT (International Centre for Automotive Technology) are facilities designed to support automotive electronics, software, and communication system testing. These labs focus on vehicle connectivity, cybersecurity, embedded systems, and functional safety, ensuring compliance with global automotive standards.

Infotronics Lab – GARC

The GARC Infotronics Lab focuses on automotive electronics, sensor integration, and vehicle automation to enhance safety, efficiency, and user experience.

Capabilities:

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Testing

• Evaluates cameras, radars, LiDAR, and ultrasonic sensors.
• Ensures compliance with NCAP and AIS safety norms.

V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) Communication Testing

• Assesses V2V (Vehicle-to-Vehicle) and V2I (Vehicle-to-Infrastructure) communication.
• Supports smart mobility and connected vehicle solutions.

Body Electronics & Smart Control Systems

• Tests intelligent lighting, automatic wipers, and climate control systems.
• Ensures seamless integration of electronic subsystems.

Human-Machine Interface (HMI) & Display Testing

• Evaluates touchscreens, HUDs (Head-Up Displays), and gesture control systems.
• Enhances driver usability and ergonomic design.

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) & EMI Testing

• Assesses electronic component resilience against electromagnetic interference.
• Ensures compliance with ISO and CISPR automotive EMC standards.

Infotronics Lab – ICAT

The ICAT Infotronics Lab provides comprehensive testing solutions for modern vehicle electronic systems, helping OEMs and component manufacturers develop safe, reliable, and efficient automotive electronics.

Capabilities:

Embedded Systems & ECU Testing

• Evaluates Electronic Control Units (ECUs) for powertrain, body control, and infotainment systems.
• Conducts real-time diagnostics and failure mode analysis.

Vehicle Communication & Protocol Testing

• Tests CAN, LIN, FlexRay, and Automotive Ethernet communication protocols.
• Ensures seamless data exchange between vehicle subsystems.

Automotive Cybersecurity & Functional Safety

• Performs penetration testing and threat analysis to safeguard vehicle networks.
• Ensures compliance with ISO 21434 and ISO 26262 functional safety standards.

Infotainment & Telematics Testing

• Evaluates touchscreens, voice recognition, and audio/video systems.
• Evaluates touchscreens, voice recognition, and audio/video systems.

HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) & SIL (Software-in-the-Loop) Testing

• Simulates vehicle electronic systems in real-time environments.
• Validates software integration and performance under dynamic conditions.