Rack base and hardware extensions

The MCD VTS Rack forms the mechanical and technical basis and can be equipped with additional components depending on the application. PC integration Height adjustment systems RFID modules and relay multiplexer cards Customer-specific hardware such as cobots or HV adapters

Test adapter and pylon interface

The pylon interface connects the test adapter and test system and enables quick, safe docking and the changing of different test adapters. Interchangeable test adapters Fast and safe docking Retrofitting additional adapters Reuse of the existing system base

Interfaces for different requirements

Depending on the application, various interface blocks can be integrated into the system. Electrical signals Light guides and pneumatics High current and high frequency Other special requirements

Software integration and testing process

MCD TestMate and MCD TestManager MCD Comet MCD tool monitors Integration of customer software environments such as LabVIEW

MCD VTS 2030-RACKSYSTEME

STANDARDS AND MODULARITY IN TEST SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION

Standardized test system basis for flexible testing tasks

The VTS 2030 was developed as a versatile rack system on the basis of which testing tasks can be implemented faster, more structured and future-proof. The system consists of a standardized system structure with VTS rack, integrated PC, measurement and control technology, test adapter and MCD software. This creates a sustainable basis that can be adapted depending on the product, scope of testing and manufacturing environment. The particular added value lies in the combination of standardization and customer-specific expandability. While the rack, software environment, interfaces and measuring systems are based on proven MCD standards, test adapters, functional modules, contacting and adaptation options can be individually designed. This means that different assemblies, products or variants can be tested with short changeover times. The VTS 2030 is therefore particularly suitable for companies that need to cover changing products, smaller series, variant production or demanding high-end testing tasks.

Challenges and concept

The MCD VTS 2030 combines standardized and reusable system components with the flexibility of a customer-specific testing solution. Test adapters, measurement modules, software processes and automation can be specifically adapted to different test objects and test tasks.

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Turn signals, cameras, heating and driver assistance systems.

Exterior mirrors

STANDARDS AND MODULARITY IN TEST SYSTEM CONSTRUCTION

Modular concept with measuring system, adaptation and software extensions

The focus is on the MCD VTS rack as the mechanical and technical basis of the system. It can be equipped with PC, height adjustment systems, RFID modules, relay multiplexer cards and customized hardware components such as cobots or HV adapters.

The test adapter with the holder for the test object is located on the table or system surface. Additional adapters can be retrofitted for additional test items without rebuilding the entire test system.

System base

modular MCD VTS rack

Adaptation

Interchangeable test adapters via pylon interface

Areas of application

Development, production & quality assurance

A flexible end-of-line test bench

For this application, MCD developed a flexible end-of-line test bench that tests every variant in less than 30 seconds. The system combines optical, mechanical and electrical test methods in one integrated testing concept.

Product variants

More than 30

Cycle time per part

Cycle time per part

Under 30 s

Quality inspection before delivery

100 %

Product variants

More than 30

Cycle time per part

Cycle time per part

Under 30 s

Quality inspection before delivery

100 %

Test and functional scope

Standardized & modular

The VTS 2030 combines a standardized rack base with flexibly configurable test adapters, interfaces, hardware components and software tools. This means that the system can be adapted to different testing tasks and expanded to meet new requirements.

VTS 2030 Test System

Overall View of the Test System

Test Adapter, Measurement Equipment, and Operator Monitors

Modular Test Fixture with Electronic Assemblies

Detailed View of the Test Modules

Contacting and Modular Adapter Technology

User Cards on the VTS 2030

Detailed View of the Operator Area

USER and ADMIN Labels

The MCD VTS Rack forms the mechanical and technical basis and can be equipped with additional components depending on the application.

PC integration
Height adjustment systems
RFID modules and relay multiplexer cards
Customer-specific hardware such as cobots or HV adapters

The pylon interface connects the test adapter and test system and enables quick, safe docking and the changing of different test adapters.

Interchangeable test adapters
Fast and safe docking
Retrofitting additional adapters
Reuse of the existing system base

Depending on the application, various interface blocks can be integrated into the system.

Electrical signals
Light guides and pneumatics
High current and high frequency
Other special requirements

MCD TestMate and MCD TestManager
MCD Comet
MCD tool monitors
Integration of customer software environments such as LabVIEW

Component image in the EOL test bench

Camera system in the EOL test bench

Multifunctional exterior mirror · illustrative image

A look inside the MCD test solution

Variant-specific test logic

The test bench checks all functions present in the exterior mirror:

Mirror Settings

Camera systems inspect lighting functions and mirror positions, while actuators, folding mechanisms and electrical functions are tested automatically.

Adjustment and folding functions

Mirror heating

Electrochromic dimming glass

Lighting Functions

A camera system captures lighting functions, symbols and mirror position.

Turn signal

Lane change assist

Surround lighting

Camera Function

Different equipment features are detected automatically and tested accordingly.

Camera function

Country-specific variants

What’s missing matters, too.

Negative testing ensures that equipment features which are not installed cannot be activated. It also verifies that missing features remain unavailable.

Added value for development, production and quality assurance

The VTS 2030 reduces the effort for new testing tasks because central system components are standardized and reusable. Test adapters, measurement modules, software processes and automation remain flexibly adaptable in development, production and quality assurance.

Test procedures and concepts used

The VTS 2030 is based on a modular system concept comprising a standardized rack base, interchangeable test adapters, flexibly integrated interfaces, and software tools for control, analysis and documentation.

Modular system concept

Standardized and reusable system components

Customizable test adapters

Expandable measurement modules and hardware components

Flexible automation

Adaptation and interface concept

Pylon interface for test adapters

Electrical signals, fiber optics and pneumatics

High current and high frequency

Quick replacement and retrofitting of adapters

Software, documentation and quality assurance

Control, analysis and documentation of the test sequence

Clear result display and defined operator guidance

Digital documentation and traceability

Data basis for evaluation and process optimization

Functional and quality assessment

The wide range of exterior mirror variants presents a particular challenge. Different equipment features are detected automatically and tested accordingly.

Testing Complex Equipment Variants

Reliable Detection of Failure Patterns

Reproducible Results

Optical inspections

A camera system captures lighting functions, symbols and mirror position.

Camera-Based Detection of Lighting Functions

Analysis of Mirror Positions

Inspection of the Mirror Glass

Mechanical and electrical tests

Actuators and folding mechanisms are tested mechanically, while angular positions are determined and voltage and current consumption are measured.

Actuator Motion Testing

Folding Function Angle Measurement

Motor Current Draw

Functional and quality assessment

The wide range of exterior mirror variants presents a particular challenge. Different equipment features are detected automatically and tested accordingly.

Testing Complex Equipment Variants

Reliable Detection of Failure Patterns

Reproducible Results

Challenges and concept

The connection between the test adapter and the test system is made via a pylon interface. This enables quick, safe docking and changing of test adapters. Additional adapters can be retrofitted for different test items without rebuilding the entire test system. Depending on the application, interface blocks for electrical signals, fiber optics, pneumatics, high current, high frequency or other special requirements can be integrated.

The test process is controlled, analyzed and documented using MCD software tools such as TestMate, TestManager or Comet from the MCD TestSuite and MCD Toolmonitors. The integration of customer software environments such as LabVIEW can also be taken into account.

Test and functional scope

The VTS 2030 reduces the effort for new testing tasks because central system components are standardized and reusable. At the same time, there is enough flexibility to individually adapt test adapters, measurement modules, software processes and automation to the respective test item.

For development and laboratories, the system offers a powerful basis for validating, troubleshooting and expanding test processes. In production, it supports stable, reproducible testing processes with clear display of results, defined operator guidance and digital documentation. In quality assurance, it creates a reliable database for evaluation, traceability and process optimization.

The VTS 2030 combines the advantages of a standardized product with the adaptability of a customer-specific testing solution.

Test procedures and concepts used

Variants and expansion stages of the VTS 2030

The VTS 2030 is not limited to a fixed version, but can be designed differently depending on the application.

VTS 2030 als manueller Prüfplatz

Für manuelle Funktionstests, Reparaturplätze, Montageplätze oder Verpackungskontrollen. Der Prüfling wird durch den Bediener eingelegt, kontaktiert und geprüft.

VTS 2030 mit wechselbaren Prüfadaptern

Für Produkte mit mehreren Varianten oder wechselnden Baugruppen. Über Pylon-Receiver und passende Schnittstellenblöcke können Adapter schnell getauscht werden.

VTS 2030 mit optischer Testadaption

Für Prüfaufgaben, bei denen elektronische Messungen mit Bildverarbeitung kombiniert werden, zum Beispiel mit Kamera, Sensorik und MCD Toolmonitor Vision.

VTS 2030 mit Roboter- oder Cobot-Applikation

Für halb- oder vollautomatisierte Prüfprozesse. Roboter können Prüflinge greifen, Adapter bedienen, optische Prüfungen unterstützen und Bauteile nach Prüfergebnis sortieren.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQS

“VTS 2030” stands for a standardized rack system. This modular concept from test system construction includes the connection of a basic rack with different variants and additional expansion with an integrated PC, measurement and control technology, test adapters and software tools in order to be able to be adapted depending on the product, scope of testing and production environment.

MCD USB hubs are used in test benches, laboratory setups, functional testers, end-of-line test systems, automated test systems and endurance test systems. They enable the controlled control, monitoring and coordination of USB devices such as cameras, scanners, measurement modules, programming devices, sensors or adapter electronics, while standard USB hubs usually only distribute data and power.

MCD offers switchable USB hubs with USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 standards and with six or eight ports. There are also variants with two external control inputs or with an integrated relay multiplexer for additional switching tasks.

USB 3.0 variants offer a significantly higher data rate and are suitable for fast data transfers, for example for cameras, measurement data or data-intensive test processes. USB 2.0 variants are robust solutions for applications where control, reset function and power supply are more important than maximum data rate.

The Toolmonitor USB Hub is a software tool from the MCD TestSuite for controlling and configuring the MCD USB hubs. It allows switching individual ports, saving configurations and remote control by other applications. In addition, connected devices can be monitored and errors detected using the current measurement function of the tool monitor. This makes the USB hub an active diagnostic element in the testing process.