New vehicle concepts and driving assistance systems must be tested in a safe test environment before they can be used on public roads. DLR operates the flexible, adaptable test platform required to simulate them: the modular mock-up.
What are the special features of the mock-up?
The modular mock-up is a flexible construction kit that enables the replication and testing of a wide variety of vehicle concepts in a simulation environment. With minimal cost and time, the mock-up can be converted from a classic four-seater into a single-seater.
Depending on requirements, the mock-up can be integrated into DLR's various laboratory environments, such as the Virtual Reality Laboratory, with its 360-degree projection, or the dynamic driving simulator.
How you benefit from the mock-up
✅ A freely configurable experimental mock-up is available
✅ The mock-up can be used in various DLR simulators
✅ The mock-up can be used by external partners and customers via standardised hardware and software interfaces
✅ On-site testing is possible on the premises of external partners
Application
The modular mock-up makes the following activities possible:
- Modular design for the investigation of innovative operating concepts and driver assistance systems
- Investigation of driver assistance systems in a realistic context
- Execution of repeatable and reproducible scenarios, which saves time and cost
- Validation of assistance systems at an early stage in order to avoid undesirable developments
- Integration into various simulation environments and coupling with the Institute’s other simulators and infrastructure, such as the Modular and Scalable Application Platform for ITS-Components (MoSAIC) laboratory, which enables multi-driver simulation for testing cooperative driver assistance
- Development of psychological questions on driver modelling, human-machine interaction, cognitive driving behaviour and more
General and technical data
General data
- Location: Braunschweig, Institute of Transportation Systems
- Commissioning: 2014
- Operation: Year round
- Possible modes of operation: dynamic driving simulator, VR laboratory, free-standing with additional display and mobile control station
Technical specifications
- Software: DLR Dominion software architecture and VIRES Virtual Test Drive (VTD)
- Base platform: 4.2 by 1.8 metres
- Vehicle exterior elements:
- Modular construction kit to represent a wide range of vehicle classes and concepts (from one-seater to robotic shuttle)
- Basic frame: tubular frame with quick connectors on the basic platform
- Vehicle interior elements:
- o Modular construction kit of solid elements and fabric-covered (shaping) elements to modify appearance
- o Intelligent surfaces with displays, (multi-)touch systems, proximity sensors and gesture control
- o Active controls (such as pedals and steering wheel) for realistic display of feedback elements
- Flexible connectivity for video, audio, and control elements that link to the IT infrastructure
FAQ – Frequently asked questions about the modular mock-up
What is the procedure for booking the mock-up?
If you would like to book our mock-up for a test, please send us a request via our booking form. We will be happy to provide you with any further information you require.
What technology can be installed in the modular mock-up?
The flexible architecture of the modular mock-up makes it possible to exchange hardware and software components or to integrate them individually into the simulation.
Where is the mock-up used?
The modular mock-up can be used in various DLR simulators (such as the Dynamic Driving Simulator and VR Lab) or on the premises of our external partners.