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What is the definition of automotive software testing? What about the market potential?
Recently, many friends have sent me private messages to the editor who don’t know much about some issues related to automotive software, so orange will make a summary for everyone in this regard. Interested friends can come and learn about it together. Testing is an important part of the car development process. As software is increasingly used in modern vehicles, so does the need for rigorous software testing methods. A special aspect that has been overlooked is the practice of software testing in the commercial vehicle sector with many unique features.1. DefinitionThe European Union defines a "commercial vehicle" according to the design purpose of its structure and type of equipment, any motorized road vehicle capable of carrying: a) more than nine persons, including the driver; b) cargo and standard fuel tanks [1] is classified as a "commercial vehicle" ".Light commercial vehicle (LCV) is the official EU term for commercial vehicles with gross vehicle weight 3.5 tons. Vehicles that meet this category include vans, minibuses and light trucks; heavy commercial vehicles (HCV) are those with gross vehicle weight > 3.5 tons. The official EU term for commercial vehicles, vehicles that fit into this category are vans, trucks, tankers, etc. A broader definition of HCV also includes heavy equipment and machinery including agricultural vehicles (tractors, harvesters, etc.), and construction vehicles (rock drills, bulldozers, wheel loaders, etc.).The scope of this study covers both light and heavy commercial vehicles.Market size and potentialCommercial vehicles occupy a specific and non-negligible market share in the automotive industry. According to ACEA (European Automobile Manufacturers Association) data, in 2012, more than 200,000 commercial vehicles were produced worldwide, accounting for 11.3% of the EU market. Compared with 2011, the EU-produced LCV/HCV export revenue in 2012 increased by 22.9%[3].Likewise, Frost & Sullivan [2] pointed out that the demand for light commercial vehicles in Europe has far exceeded that of other continents. Hybrid commercial vehicles, in particular, will occupy a major market share in the near future. Most of the hybrid LCVs that will be available around 2016 will include electric versions of the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Ford Transit Connect.The two models are expected to account for one-third of the European hybrid light commercial vehicle market.Regardless of production statistics, with a compound annual growth rate of 24% worldwide [2], all major regions are expected to maintain the growth rate of commercial vehicle telematics.2. Overview of Quality Assurance ChallengesThe trend in modern automobiles has shifted from purely mechanical to widespread electronics.A rough estimate of the number of Electronic Control Units (ECUs) in a typical modern car is about 70, including more than 1 million object code instructions and nearly 1 GB of software [4].This trend is also reflected in the d...
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How to export your Bluetooth products without BQB certification?
Many customers who consult BQB certification will ask: Do my Bluetooth products have to be BQB certified? Can I export without BQB certification?This time, the editor will give you some popular knowledge about BQB certification. They are all dry goods. Hurry up and collect them!1: How to export without BQB certification?Products with Bluetooth function and marked with the Bluetooth logo (Bluetooth logo) on the appearance of the product must be certified by Bluetooth BQB (Bluetooth Qualification Body), otherwise the product will be regarded as an infringement by the Bluetooth SIG. That is, Bluetooth BQB certification is a compulsory certification, and it cannot be exported without BQB certification.2: What are the new regulations for Bluetooth certification in 2019?1) Contents of the new regulations:From January 28, 2019, the Bluetooth core standard version is officially withdrawn: 2.0+EDR.From January 28, 2019, the Bluetooth core version and the core version appendix are deprecated: 4.1/4.0/3.0/2.1+EDR/CSA2/CSA3/CSA4.From July 01, 2020, the Bluetooth core version and the core version appendix are officially withdrawn: 4.1/4.0/3.0/2.1+EDR/CSA2/CSA3/CSA4.2) Interpretation:For the above content, we have made an arrangement for you:From January 28, 2019, the version of new Bluetooth products applying for qualification certification must be version 4.2 or 5.0.From July 1, 2020, no new product model can be added to the list that has completed the certification with version 4.1 and earlier.3: What are the test items for BQB certification?1) Protocol Conformance Test (underlying protocol);2) RF Testing (Radio Frequency Testing);3) Profile Conformance Test (application agreement).4: What certification materials are required for BQB certification?1) Application form for international certification;2) Block Diagram (block diagram);3) Schematic (circuit schematic diagram): The block diagram and the circuit schematic diagram should correspond, and the block diagram should indicate all crystal oscillators;4) Operational Description;5) PCB Layout (PCB layout diagram);6) Product User Guide/Product Manual;7) Bill of Materials (Components)/component list;8) Technical Data Sheet of Bluetooth Antenna / Bluetooth Antenna Specifications;9) Steps for the prototype to enter signaling mode.5: Can BQB certification be used in India?Bluetooth certification does not distinguish what kind of products, mainly refers to the use of this technology companies. Therefore, this is a technical industry certification rather than a national or regional certification, which means that this certification can be used globally.6: Can DID be used multiple times?Can not. DID refers to Declaration ID, which is like an ID card. It requires customers to purchase a DID corresponding to each product. If the customer has N products, it corresponds to N DIDs. But if the product design is the same, then the model can be increased.Add product information to DID, this step is called column name. DID ...
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Is Japanese Telec certification mandatory?
Many products exported to Japan will require a TELEC certification, but many people do not know what TELEC certification means? Is TELEC certification mandatory? What products are TELEC certified for? How long is the TELEC certification cycle? Below is the answer for you.Is Telec certification mandatory?1: What is Japan TELEC certification?TELEC certification is the Japanese Radio Wave Law, also known as MIC certification, which is a mandatory certification for wireless products in Japan. TELEC (Telecom Engineering Center) is the main registered certification body for the conformity certification of radio equipment in Japan.2: Is TELEC certification mandatory?Yes.3: What products is TELEC certified for?Japan TELEC certification is a certification for wireless products, including Test Certification and Type Certification.It is verified for each equipment unit, and the certification is only valid for each verified equipment unit;Type Approval: It refers to the verification of samples of a batch of equipment of the same design and manufacture. The certification is valid for the batch of equipment, but if the design or manufacture of the equipment is changed, the equipment will need to be re-certified.4: How long does the TELEC certification cycle take?Certification can be completed in as little as 4 weeks.5: What documents do I need to prepare for TELEC certification?1. manual;2. block diagram;3. circuit schematic diagram;4. Operation description; (that is, the description of the working principle and process of the chip and crystal oscillator in the block diagram, the model and crystal oscillator information need to be reflected)5. BOM; (need to reflect all crystal oscillator information and chip model and all zero device tag numbers)6. PCB Layout;7. Bit number map; (that is, the component location map on the PCB)8. Label; (need to indicate the size and the position map on the product, reflecting the size of the MIC logo, MIC number, and MIC logo)9. ISO9001;10. Antenna Specifications;11. Module specification.contact usLanya Technology Service (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. is an accredited laboratory of international institutions such as National CNAS, China Metrology Certification CMA, American Laboratory Accreditation Association A2LA, Wireless Power Consortium WPC, Bluetooth Certification Evaluation Committee SIG Amazon Amazon, etc. Lanya's mission: to make your products available all over the world!Consulting Contact: Benson ZhangMobile/Mob:(+86)13632500972Email/E-mail: sales13@cblueasia.comAddress/Add: Building C, Hongjingda Industrial Park, No. 107, Beihuan Road, Shiyan Street, Baoan District, ShenzhenLanya Testing is more than service!
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You must know these common sense of PSE certification!
Whether it is sold on Amazon in Japan or sold locally in Japan, the most popular certification is the Japanese PSE certification. So what is PSE certification? What is the product range? How to do it? What are the requirements for application? How long is the cycle? Presumably many corporate customers have questions about this, the following editor will do data integration for you!1: What is Japan PSE certification?PSE certification is Japan's mandatory safety certification, which is used to prove that electrical and electronic products have passed the safety standard test of Japan Electric and Material Safety Law (DENAN Law) or international IEC standards.Japan's DENTORL Law (Electrical Device and Material Control Law) stipulates that electronic and electrical products entering the Japanese market must pass safety certification. Among them, 161 kinds of A-type products should obtain the diamond-shaped PSE mark, and 341 kinds of B-type products should obtain the circular PSE mark.2: What is the scope of PSE certified products?There are two types of PSE certification: PSE diamond certification and PSE round certification.1. PSE diamond certification - specific electrical products (specified products), including 116 kinds of products;Common typical products are: mobile phone chargers, transformers, etc.2. PSE circular certification - non-specified electrical products (non-specified products), including 341 kinds of products;Common typical products are: battery, mobile power supply, etc.3: What is the process for PSE certification?Simply put, there are four steps!1. The applicant provides samples (the battery needs to have PSE certification or CB certification) and application documents;2. Carry out sample testing;3. The applicant confirms the draft report4. Issue the test report.4: What documents do I need to prepare for PSE certification?1. PSE data list:a) Application form for opening a case;b) Product instruction manual;c) circuit schematic diagram;d) List of key components;e) block diagram;f) Electronic file label.2. Battery PSE data list:a) Application form for opening a case;b) Specifications of cells and batteries;c) key components.Note: METI is filed in Japan, and all products certified by PSE must be filed with METi.5: How long is the PSE certification cycle?1. Mobile power product certification cycle: 10 working days;2. Battery product certification cycle: 20 working days;3. Other round PSE certification cycle: 10 working days;4. Diamond PSE certification cycle: 20 working days.6: How long is the PSE certification valid for?1. PSE circular certificate validity period: 1 year, 2 years, 3 years (depending on the product)2. PSE diamond certificate validity period: 3 years, 5 years, 7 years (depending on the product)contact usLanya Technology Service (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. is the national CNAS, China Metrology Certification CMA, American Laboratory Accreditation Association A2LA, Wireless Power Alliance WPC, Bluetooth Certification Eval...
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METI Filing FAQs!
METI is registered in Japan, and all products certified by PSE must be registered with METI; therefore, more and more companies are asking Micro-Test for questions related to METI filing. This editor has specially compiled 7 frequently asked questions about METI filing.1: Can PSE certification and METI filing be carried out at the same time when doing Japanese certification?cannot be done at the same time. The product must be certified by PSE first, and after obtaining the PSE certificate, it can go to the METI record.2: Can a METI filing document correspond to all products?This is not possible. One PSE certification corresponds to one METI filing file. If the PSE certificate corresponds to multiple models, the model in this certificate can be filed for one-time filing.3: My product already has PSE certification, can I do METi filing directly in Microtest?Yes, you need to provide the following information:1) Application form for opening a case;2) PSE test report For products with batteries or adapters, batteries and adapters also require PSE test reports;3) Product manual (Japanese + English);4) Product specification (BOM, product photos);5) Difference statement (if there is a series model)4: I have a product that is a power adapter with a lithium battery. The power adapter already has the METI filing document, so can the lithium battery use the same METI filing document?cannot be shared. The METI filing document of the power adapter belongs to the category of [AC Electrical Machinery Appliances], while the METI filing of the lithium battery belongs to the category of [Lithium battery storage battery], so two METi filing documents are required.5: How long does the METI filing cycle take, can the laboratory be expedited?The METI filing cycle is generally 5-7 working days. If the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (a Japanese government department) can issue it in time, the fastest 3 working days can be expedited to review and issue the certificate. After the certificate is issued, it will be sent to the customer as soon as possible. .Note: The above cycle is based on the preparation of the data.6: Does the METI record have original paper documents?There are two types of METI filing: the first one has importer qualifications, and the second one does not have importer qualifications (requires an agency). If the customer provides the Japanese importer information by himself, the original document will be sent directly to the local Japanese importer; if the importer information provided by the agency company is used, there is no paper file, and the original document is kept in the Japanese importer for archives !7: The product has already been certified by PSE, and the certification certificate has also been submitted, but Amazon has notified that it needs a certificate of graduation from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan. What should I do?At present, products that are exported to Japan and have applied for PSE certifi...
