Modeling, Simulation, Analysis, & Test (MSAT) Laboratory

Description: The Modeling, Simulation, Analysis, & Test (MSAT) Laboratory enables the analysis of integrated aircraft systems. Methods include off-line integrated modeling and simulation of dynamical systems using co-simulation techniques such as Distributed Heterogeneous Simulation and real-time integrated testing using plant and controller Hardware-In-theLoop (HIL). For HIL research, a combination of realtime simulators, hardware emulators, and actual hardware components are brought together to form an interconnected system. Using this approach, the transient interactions between components can be captured in a closed-loop system test.The following are some of the resources that enable such valuable research:-48-core simulation cluster-Three real-time simulators-Real-time turbine engine emulation-Three 350 hp drivestands-Two 440 hp four-quadrant direct drive drivestands capable of speeds up to 32,000 rpm-Linear and rotary actuator load frames-Advanced Load Emulator-Bi-directional power supplies-Data acquisition system- Multiple simulation platforms: o Matlab/Simulink o NI Labview/Veristand o AMESim o NPSSPurpose: The objectives of the MSAT laboratory are to: (1) Develop techniques, tools, and processes to enable HIL testing using a combination of hardware and simulated components (2) Conduct HIL experiments for technology risk reduction (3) Employ Verification & Validation (V&V) techniques to build confidence in HIL test results.Products: The MSAT Laboratory showcases a variety of one-of-a-kind technologies aimed at improving aerospace vehicle system integration. The MSAT Lab has the ability to develop a dynamical model, implement that model using Distributed Heterogeneous Simulation, and employ the model to drive actual or emulated hardware in a simulation loop. The MSAT Lab can also provide the capability to conduct a V&V of hardware/models.