Reducing risk when managing the development of complex electronic systems

ZYCAD Federal Services Group has developed a simulation environment and a methodology for studying the Joint Integrated Avionics Working Group (JIAWG) computer module specifications under the demonstration of avionic modules exchangeability via simulation (DAMES) program. The simulation environment enables computer systems to the integrated and tested for compliance with hardware and software specifications without actually fabricating the computer system. The methodology enables specifications to be broken down into a list of requirements for easy identification of testing requirements, possible test scenarios, and needed test results. The simulation environment is detailed, explaining how the computer systems are integrated and tested. The methodology is discussed, explaining the breakdown of specification requirements, identifying testing requirements, test scenarios, and analyzing results. Results from the DAMES program are discussed, identifying errors and insufficiencies with the present JIAWG computer modules and specifications. It is shown that the use of advanced simulation technology will reduce the risk when managing the development of complex electronic systems