Simulating and testing DDS applications faster and more efficiently

Vector has expanded its proven development and test environment CANoe to include support for the communication standard DDS (Data Distribution Service). CANoe.DDS permits users to simulate, analyse, and test DDS-based systems seamlessly within the CANoe environment. The new option is now available and targets developers and testers of distributed systems in the automotive, medical technology, and Industry 4.0 sectors. It can be utilised to simulate DDS participants (Domain Participants) quickly, adopt existing IDL descriptions, and automate complex tests through CAPL, C# or Python. The graphical display of DDS and Ethernet communication in the Trace window, along with the simple configuration via a text-based language, makes the work much easier.

CANoe.DDS supports all QoS parameters of the OMG DDS standard and allows direct integration into ROS2 environments, making it excellent for hybrid systems and early SIL tests. The supported DDS Security Extension allows testing of applications in vulnerable areas.

DDS is an excellent communication platform for distributed systems and applications that place distinct emphasis on robustness, safety, and scalability. Key features include a flexible publish/subscribe architecture, scalability, high efficiency, interoperability, and the versatile configurability of QoS parameters. For these reasons, DDS has become the standard protocol in multiple domains.