In an era of rapid expansion of testing and measurement industries, Automated Testing Equipment (ATE) plays a vital role. Especially in the avionics industry, automated testing has become a chokepoint in manufacturing. ATEs are used to optimize the test cycle for precision and reduce the cost, time, and risk of testing. In this blog, we will discuss what automated testing equipment is and how it is beneficial for the avionics industry.

DO-178C is a critical document for software developers involved in the certification of airborne systems and equipment. However, understanding the software life cycle data or artifacts required for certification can be a challenging task. In this blog post, we will explain the minimum software life cycle data required for submission to the certification authority, along with any additional data items that may be requested.

DevOps aims to shorten the development life cycle and provide continuous delivery and deployment of high-quality software. It was invented to address the slow and inefficient processes of traditional software development, where development and operations worked in silos and had limited collaboration. DevOps aims to boost the speed, reliability, and quality of software delivery.

Many industries, including the aerospace industry, have been reshaped by augmented and virtual reality, offering numerous advantages. This technology is increasingly used in defense, space, and commercial aviation for various purposes, such as safety, simulation, battlefield imaging, training, enhancing the customer experience, and commercial aviation operations.

ARINC 429 and MIL-STD-1553 are data bus standards used widely for avionics systems. ARINC 429 is mainly used in commercial aircraft while MIL-STD-1553 is ideal for real-time mission-critical applications. The MIL-STD-1553 is a military-grade avionics data bus created over 40 years ago by the US Department of Defense. First used in the General Dynamics F-16 fighter aircraft, it has since become a widely adopted data bus used in various military and civil transport aircraft. ARINC-429 was designed in the 1970s (part of Boeing 757/767 development) to ensure interoperability between various systems of the aircraft like navigation, guidance, and flight management computers to accomplish a successful flight.

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