HARDWARE BASED FIRMWARE TEST RIG​

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Tester Requirements 

• Continuous integration (CI) server integrated testing of motor control firmware​
• Verify correct motor drive functioning via internal & external measurements​
• Safe operation of all hardware​

Hardware ​

• Product intent motors simulate robot motion & loading​
• External sensor measurements to verify motor operation & motor current draw​
• Joint Test Action Group (JTAG) reflash, PCA comms (serial & CAN), control of external power supply​
• Camera for remote test monitoring​
• Safety controls​

Tool Operation ​

• Network delivery of firmware image & test scripts via continuous integration (CI) pipeline​
• Reflash, establish comms, verify firmware update, run test scripts​
• Data logging for analysis (LAN accessible) ​
• Test pass/fail results back into CI pipeline​
• E-stop on button, door open, or software command