VeriStand

VeriStand is a software environment developed by National Instruments that provides a platform for real-time testing of embedded systems. It is designed to accelerate the development and deployment of test applications for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulations, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, and other real-time validation tasks. VeriStand offers a flexible, modular architecture that allows engineers to integrate various hardware and software components, including simulation models, I/O devices, and control logic.

The core functionality of VeriStand revolves around its ability to configure and deploy real-time applications to target hardware. Users can import simulation models created in various modeling tools, such as Simulink, and integrate them with real-time I/O from National Instruments hardware. This enables the creation of virtual environments that mimic the behavior of real-world systems. VeriStand also provides a graphical user interface for configuring the test environment, defining test sequences, and visualizing data.

Key features of VeriStand include its support for a wide range of I/O modules, allowing for the simulation of diverse electrical and physical signals. It also offers capabilities for defining and executing test logic, including scripting and state-machine-based control. The software's open architecture facilitates integration with third-party tools and custom code, enhancing its versatility. VeriStand is commonly used in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and industrial automation for validating control systems and ensuring the reliability of embedded software.