ZF has selected Xylon’s LogiRecorder automotive videologger to support the testing and validation of its next-generation forward-facing Smart Camera 6 (EyeQ6L). This advanced datalogging solution will play a critical role in developing autonomous vehicle functionalities and ensuring compliance with both automotive and customer-specific requirements.
The LogiRecorder is a powerful tool for capturing and simulating real-world driving scenarios across urban and highway environments. With its flexible and modular design, the device is capable of directly logging all interfaces of ZF’s smart camera and radar systems, such as LVDS video, CAN, and Ethernet data, without needing additional converters. This eliminates the complexity of external components and streamlines data collection.
A standout feature of the LogiRecorder is its ability to process debug data in real time through an Ethernet communication link using the TAPI protocol. This functionality can detect and alert the driver about impaired camera operations during datalogging, enabling immediate corrective actions. Moreover, the logged TAPI and internal camera data provide valuable insights for ZF and Mobileye engineers, allowing for targeted system improvements when needed.
The device is not just limited to datalogging—it also supports replaying recorded video and network data for simulation purposes. Engineers at ZF can leverage this feature to conduct hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulations in a controlled laboratory environment. By feeding the captured data back into the smart camera’s vision processor, the team can replicate and refine performance under various conditions.
Synthetic HIL simulations are particularly advantageous as they offer precise controllability and reduce the need for extensive on-road testing, saving both time and resources. The LogiRecorder enables ZF teams to generate and simulate challenging traffic scenarios, including rare or extreme “corner cases,” ensuring that the smart camera’s algorithms are rigorously tested and optimized for real-world applications.
Dr. Andreas Teuner, Vice President of ADAS Engineering at ZF, emphasized the value of Xylon’s technology: “We have chosen Xylon’s solution because it has already been proven in a multitude of global ZF projects based on the previous Smart Camera 4.8 model.”
This strategic collaboration underscores ZF’s commitment to leveraging state-of-the-art tools to enhance the safety, efficiency, and reliability of its autonomous driving systems, paving the way for a smarter and safer automotive future.
