aiSim simulator certified to TCL 3 for automated driving

The ISO 26262 standard is the automotive industry’s fundamental standard for functional safety, governing the development of all automotive systems. TCL 3 is the highest level of tool confidence, which is necessary for product development targeting ASIL D.

“By relying on our in-house developed simulation tool Aimotive has created a unique continuous integration – continuous delivery software development pipeline for safety critical automated driving software,” said Szabolcs Janky, Head of Product Management, aiSim at AImotive. “It is one of the few purpose-built simulators to handle the complexities of simulation for automated driving development.”

The company began developing its innovative aiSim in the nascent days of simulation in automated driving. TCL 3 enables aiSim to be an integral part of a development and verification toolchain up to ASIL D, ensuring deterministic, realistic, and repeatable testing. Relying on certified tools, for example, helps developers overcome the whiplash effect, and discern whether a problem comes from the software or tooling.

Relying on such certified tools has allowed AImotive to continue development when road testing possibilities are limited during the global COVID-19 outbreak. The company’s simulation powered continuous integration – continuous delivery pipeline built around aiSim has limited the disruptions felt by engineering teams, ensuring that the future of mobility draws ever closer.