ZD Automotive develops advanced data logging and simulation solutions for smart vehicles, including the ZD Datalogger and ZD Signal Generator series. Their technology enables precise bus data collection and analysis, addressing the need for reliable testing and validation in automotive communication systems.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
The development and validation of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving features require precise and reliable data logging and simulation of vehicle network communication. Existing solutions often lack the necessary accuracy, real-time capabilities, and comprehensive toolsets for efficient testing and analysis of complex automotive systems.
Solution
ZD Automotive provides a suite of hardware and software tools for automotive data logging, bus simulation, and network analysis, enabling engineers to accelerate the development and validation of next-generation vehicle technologies. Their ZD Datalogger series captures high-resolution data from vehicle networks, while the ZD Signal Generator series simulates bus traffic for testing electronic control units (ECUs) and other components. The ZD Vehicle Bus Tool software provides a comprehensive environment for analyzing captured data, visualizing network behavior, and performing conformance testing.
Target Audience
ZD Automotive's primary customers are automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers, and engineering service providers involved in the development and testing of ADAS, autonomous driving systems, and connected vehicle technologies.
Features
- ZD Datalogger series for high-precision data acquisition from CAN, LIN, and Ethernet networks
- ZD Signal Generator series for simulating vehicle bus signals and testing ECU responses
- ZD Vehicle Bus Tool software for data analysis, visualization, and conformance testing
- ZD DataGrabber CAN/LIN for data logging and forwarding
- ZD Box 2i interface device for versatile connectivity
- ZD Converter series for automotive Ethernet conversion
- ZD SafeLink modules for secure communication links
- Customizable test benches for various automotive applications