KAFAS Cameras: Enhancing Safety and Comfort in Modern Vehicles
Project Title: Testing KAFAS Cameras in ADAS – Safety and Comfort in Modern Vehicles
Client: Global leader in automotive technology
Industry: Automotive
Expertise: Software Testing | Embedded Software
Scope of the Project: Testing ADAS camera system software
Tools: MatLab, Python, CarMaker, Vector
KAFAS cameras are state-of-the-art vision systems that monitor the vehicle’s surroundings, assisting the driver in assessing road conditions and detecting hazards in real time. ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) integrates a variety of technologies to enhance driving safety and comfort, while also supporting autonomous functions, enabling partial automation of vehicle control.
The project focused on advanced testing of the KAFAS camera within the ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) framework. This system plays a key role in recognizing the vehicle’s environment, assisting the driver, and contributing to increased road safety. Thanks to the integrated ADAS features, the KAFAS system also supports the development of autonomous driving solutions, improving user safety and comfort.
The ALTEN Polska team was responsible for testing the camera software, identifying potential issues, and optimizing features that could directly impact the safety of drivers and passengers.
Project Execution
As part of the project, a series of tests were conducted to ensure the reliability of the KAFAS camera under various conditions. Functional, performance, and closed-loop tests required the creation of unique testing environments tailored to the specific requirements of each test type. Open-loop tests also played an important role in evaluating how the camera captures the vehicle’s surroundings.
The application of statistical methods was crucial, especially in performance tests that focused on hardware analysis and diagnostic functions. During the project, challenges related to hardware modifications arose, requiring great flexibility and adaptability from the ALTEN Polska team. Introducing changes to the testing environment allowed for more precise analyses, including the camera’s response to different startup and reboot scenarios, which are critical for system reliability in real-world driving conditions.
Final Outcome
The project, completed in July 2023, was a success. The ALTEN Polska team successfully tested the KAFAS camera, adapting and expanding the testing environment according to new requirements. Thanks to the team’s flexible approach, it was also possible to automate testing of cameras returned under warranty, significantly improving the efficiency of testing processes.
The project not only met its original objectives but also provided the client with solutions that exceeded initial expectations, significantly increasing the efficiency of the KAFAS system and delivering additional benefits.
Conclusion
The project’s success stemmed from the ALTEN Polska team’s flexible approach, effective change management, and understanding of the client’s expectations. The team’s efforts led to improvements in testing quality and process efficiency, resulting in high client satisfaction and laying the groundwork for future projects in the ADAS and autonomous driving fields.
