INTRODUCTION
The OBC1-Tester is an essential tool designed to ensure the reliability and functionality of the OBC-1 onboard computer. By connecting directly to the OBC-1, the tester board provides a seamless testing environment for all interfaces, significantly speeding up the test procedure and validation process. This makes the OBC1-Tester an indispensable asset for space missions, ensuring that all systems perform optimally before deployment.
The OBC1-Tester significantly accelerates the testing and validation process, allowing for faster and more efficient checks of all system functionalities. By automating many testing procedures and providing detailed diagnostics through its user-friendly PC application, the OBC1-Tester ensures that your OBC-1 systems are fully vetted and ready for deployment.
KEY FEATURES
- Seamless Integration: Directly connects to the OBC-1, matching all interfaces for precise testing.
- Comprehensive Testing: Runs functional tests on digital, analog, and serial interfaces, as well as system components like the processor and watchdog.
- Advanced Diagnostics: Tests memory, RTC, current, and temperature to ensure complete system reliability.
- User-Friendly Interface: Controlled via a PC application, simplifying the testing process.
- Customizable: Configurable to meet specific testing requirements and mission needs.
- Backplane Compatibility: Can connect via a backplane for expanded testing capabilities.
- Accelerated Validation: Streamlines the testing process, reducing time to market and ensuring faster deployment.
- Open Source FPGA and Software: Includes open-source FPGA project and embedded software for the Microblaze processor.
APPLICATION
- Pre-Flight Validation: Ensures the OBC-1 is fully functional and mission-ready.
- Functional Testing: Verifies the integrity of all system interfaces and components.
- Quality Assurance: Provides comprehensive diagnostics to meet stringent space mission standards.
- Development and Debugging: Assists engineers in developing and troubleshooting OBC-1 based systems.
- Environmental Testing: Supports rigorous testing under simulated space conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Processor: Xilinx Spartan-6 FPGA with Microblaze Processor
- DIGITAL/ANALOG:
- Digital Outputs: 30
- Digital Inputs: 70
- DAC: 32CH
- ADC: 2CH
- Serial Interfaces:
- USB to Serial for PC Communication: 1
- CAN2.0: 4
- Full-Duplex RS422 : 1
- Half-Duplex RS485 : 2
- RS232 : 1
- I2C : 1
- SPI : 1
BUDGET
- Dimensions: 160x100mm
- Mass: 75gr
- Power Supply: 5V ±5%, Custom Range Available
- Power Consumption: 1W ~ 2W
GENERAL
- PIC18 Microcontroller for general tasks
- Digital Inputs for control signals such as watchdog
- Digital Outputs for reset and other controls
