Vector Informatik has introduced CANape 24, the latest iteration of its measurement and calibration software that’s been designed to meet the demands of modern vehICle architectures.

The update brings enhanced capabilities for Automotive engineers working with Zonal Electronic Control Units (ECUs) and high-performance computers (HPCs).

The new version incorporates support for the ASAM CMP protocol, expanding options for precise measurement while mAIntaining compatibility with established communication standards such as CAN, FlexRay, LIN, and Ethernet (xBASE-T1). CANape 24 also enables calibration and visualisation of complex ECU structures, including dynamic SOME/IP data formats.

A key advancement is the ability to validate Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) algorithms directly within the tool. Developers can now visualise drivable areas and obstacles in real time, using data from camera, radar, or lidar Sensors. This feature allows immediate evaluation of detection results, accelerating the optimisation of safety-critical functions.

Vector has also introduced vLoggerControlRoom, a monitoring solution for vehicles equipped with GL Logger or Smart Logger. The system offers a configurable dashboard displaying live vehicle positions, signal values such as speed, and logger status. CANape 24 includes 100 GB of cloud storage for logging projects and supports secure data exchange through Vector Team Services. Additionally, hard disk encryption on the VP75x1 logging platform ensures robust protection of recorded data.

According to Vector, these innovations aim to streamline ECU development and validation processes for OEMs, suppliers, and engineering service providers, setting new benchmarks for efficiency and security in automotive software development.