Hardware-in-the-Loop Testing
Comprehensive HIL development, SIL modeling, grid-code testing, and control system validation with advanced hardware setup and software development consultation.
What is Hardware-in-the-Loop Testing?
Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Testing is an advanced validation technique that combines real hardware components with simulated environments to test control systems, protection devices, and power electronics under realistic operating conditions. This approach enables comprehensive testing without the risks and costs associated with full-scale system testing.
Our HIL testing services encompass Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) modeling, grid-code compliance testing, control system design setup, and complete integration testing to ensure reliable and compliant system operation before deployment.
HIL Testing Services
SIL Average Modelling
Development of Software-in-the-Loop models and software for preliminary testing and validation.
- • SIL model development
- • Software implementation
- • Algorithm validation
- • Performance benchmarking
Grid-Code Requirements & Testing
Comprehensive grid-code compliance testing and validation for various international standards.
- • Grid-code compliance verification
- • International standard testing
- • Performance requirement validation
- • Certification support
HIL Development & Consultation
Expert consultation for hardware setup and software development for HIL testing systems.
- • Hardware setup consultation
- • Software development support
- • System architecture design
- • Performance optimization
Control System Design Setup
Complete control system design and setup for HIL testing environments.
- • Control algorithm implementation
- • Real-time system configuration
- • Interface design and setup
- • Performance monitoring systems
Testing Capabilities
Power Electronics Testing
Comprehensive testing of power electronic converters and control systems.
- • Inverter control validation
- • HVDC converter testing
- • Grid-forming converter testing
- • Protection system validation
Grid Integration Testing
Validation of renewable energy systems and grid integration performance.
- • Wind turbine controller testing
- • Solar inverter validation
- • Energy storage system testing
- • Microgrid controller validation
Real-Time Simulation
High-fidelity real-time simulation for accurate system behavior representation.
- • Real-time electromagnetic transients
- • High-frequency switching simulation
- • Multi-physics simulation
- • Scalable simulation platforms
Fault Testing & Analysis
Comprehensive fault testing and protection system validation.
- • Fault ride-through testing
- • Protection relay validation
- • Emergency response testing
- • System recovery analysis
Our HIL Testing Process
Test Plan Development
Comprehensive test plan development including test objectives, scenarios, and acceptance criteria for HIL system validation.
Hardware Setup & Configuration
Complete hardware setup including real-time simulators, interface hardware, and control system integration.
Software Development & Integration
Development and integration of software models, control algorithms, and real-time simulation environments.
Integration & Testing Execution
Complete system integration and execution of comprehensive testing scenarios including grid-code compliance validation.
Applications
Wind Turbine Controllers
HIL testing of wind turbine control systems and grid integration.
Solar Inverters
Grid-code compliance testing for solar PV inverter systems.
HVDC Converters
Comprehensive testing of HVDC converter control systems.
Energy Storage Systems
Battery energy storage system controller validation.
Protection Relays
Power system protection relay testing and validation.
Microgrid Controllers
Microgrid control system testing and optimization.
Testing Deliverables
Test Documentation
- Comprehensive test plans
- Test execution reports
- Grid-code compliance certificates
- Performance analysis reports
System Models
- Validated HIL models
- SIL model implementations
- Real-time simulation models
- Control system configurations
Support Services
- Hardware setup consultation
- Software development support
- Training and knowledge transfer
- Ongoing technical support
HIL Testing Platforms
RTDS
Real-Time Digital Simulator
OPAL-RT
Real-time simulation platform
dSPACE
HIL simulation systems
Typhoon HIL
Power electronics HIL testing