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1991
Conference Paper
Title
Qualification of electronic hardware for the automobile environment
Other Title
Qualification de material electronique embarque sur automobile
Abstract
A new electronic system controls the convertible top of a roadster as well as the locking of the car, the electrical windows and the operation of a collapsible turn-over frame.To ensure a proper function of this safety-related device under automobile environment conditions, an extensive environmental qualification program was carried out. Mechanical, climatical and other tests as well as safety protection tests have beenapplied.Endurance and functional behaviour have been checked at extreme conditions and have been evaluated with respect to the reliability of the system.
Language
English
Keyword(s)
automobile
climatical test
damp heat cycle test
drop test
dust test
electrical test
electronic
electronic hardware
environmental qualification program
environmental simulation
heat cycle test
hydraulic folding top
lifetime
mechanical shock test
mechanical test
moisture test
random noise vibration test
safety
salt mist test
sinusoidal vibration test
soft-top
sport car
temperature cycle test
vibration test