Capabilities
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) research and testing
Low Speed Automated Driving system (LSAD) testing
Connectivity and Cybersecurity research and testing
Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Capabilities
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Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB)
AEB systems are designed to detect imminent collisions with vehicles, pedestrians, or cyclists and automatically apply the brakes to avoid or mitigate impact. Our testing covers a wide range of scenarios and environmental conditions, including day/night lighting, wet and dry surfaces, and varying speeds, using robotic targets, precision tracking, and data acquisition systems to ensure accurate and repeatable results.
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Lane Support Systems (LSS)
Lane Support Systems (LSS) are designed to help drivers stay within their lane and prevent unintentional departures through features such as Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), and Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK). Our testing covers a range of scenarios and conditions, including curved and straight roads, degraded or missing lane markings, wet/dry surfaces, and day/night lighting. Using steering robots, high-resolution tracking systems, and data acquisition tools, we deliver accurate and repeatable results.
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) uses radar and camera sensors to detect lead vehicles and control acceleration and braking to match traffic flow, enhancing both comfort and safety during highway and stop-and-go driving. Our ACC testing covers a wide range of speed ranges, following distances, cut-in/cut-out scenarios, and traffic conditions, under varied environmental conditions such as day/night operation and wet/dry road surfaces. With target vehicles, dynamic platforms, and high-precision data acquisition systems, we ensure accurate performance evaluation.
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Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) systems are designed to detect vehicles or objects in the driver’s blind spots and provide timely alerts to help prevent unsafe lane changes. Our testing includes static and dynamic scenarios, multi-lane traffic conditions, and overtaking or merging maneuvers, conducted under a variety of lighting, road surface, and environmental conditions. We utilize dynamic soft targets and synchronized tracking systems to assess detection accuracy, warning latency, and false alarm rates.
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Dynamic Brake Support (DBS)
Dynamic Brake Support (DBS) is a driver assistance system designed to enhance emergency braking performance by detecting panic braking situations and automatically increasing brake force when the driver does not apply sufficient pressure. Our testing covers a range of driver response profiles, vehicle speeds, and road surface conditions, including wet and dry braking, day/night operation, and various vehicle load configurations. Using brake force measurement tools, high-speed data acquisition, and scenario-based testing protocols, we provide detailed evaluation of system responsiveness and effectiveness.
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Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR)/Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA)
Traffic Sign Recognition (TSR) and Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) systems use forward-facing cameras and map data to detect and interpret speed limit signs and other critical road signs, helping drivers maintain legal and safe speeds. Our testing services evaluate sign detection accuracy, recognition range, false positive/negative rates, and speed intervention behavior across a range of road types, sign designs, and environmental conditions, including low light, glare, rain, and worn signage.
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Traffic Jam Assist (TJA)
Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) is a low-speed driving assistance system that combines Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Lane Centering to help maintain safe following distances and keep the vehicle centered within its lane during congested traffic conditions. Our testing services evaluate system responsiveness, cut-in handling, stop-and-go re-engagement, and lane centering stability under a variety of traffic densities, road geometries, and environmental conditions, including low visibility, wet pavement, and poorly marked lanes.
Test Protocols and Standards
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IIHS - Vehicle-to-Vehicle Front Crash Prevention Test Protocol
PMG Technologies conducts precise testing for Vehicle-to-Vehicle Front Crash Prevention systems, using protocols that include realistic targets like motorcycles and trailers. Our facilities feature driving robots, compliant soft targets, and advanced data acquisition tools to assess a vehicle’s ability to detect and respond to stationary obstacles. With deep expertise in regulatory AEB testing, we replicate standardized scenarios to deliver accurate, certifiable results. PMG also supports broader ADAS and automated driving system validations.
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IIHS - Pedestrian Autonomous Emergency Braking Test Protocol
PMG Technologies performs P-AEB testing using protocols that simulate collisions with adult and child pedestrians in various scenarios. Our facilities feature precision-controlled driving robots, compliant soft targets, and advanced data acquisition systems. With extensive experience in regulatory AEB testing, PMG ensures accurate, repeatable results aligned with certification standards
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SAE J3240 - Passenger Vehicle Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assistance, and Lane Centering Assistance Systems Test Procedure
PMG Technologies conducts testing for Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA), and Lane Centering systems in passenger vehicles and light trucks under 4,546 kg. Using standardized test scenarios, we evaluate system responses to unintended lane departures under real-world conditions. Our expertise ensures accurate, repeatable results aligned with SAE protocols and evolving industry standards.
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SAE J2399 - Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Operating Characteristics and User Interface
PMG Technologies offers precise testing for Adaptive Cruise Control systems, which maintain safe following distances using engine, drivetrain, and brake control. Our facilities feature precision-controlled driving robots and advanced data acquisition systems. With extensive experience in ACC evaluations, PMG replicates standardized test conditions to deliver accurate, certifiable results.
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ISO/DIS 22737 Intelligent transport systems — Low-speed automated driving (LSAD) systems for predefined routes
PMG Technologies conducts LSAD system testing for Level 4 automation on predefined routes within specific Operational Design Domains (ODDs). These tests apply to ADS-Dedicated and dual-mode vehicles, focusing on system functionality and behavior. While sensor specifications are excluded, PMG ensures accurate validation of LSAD performance through controlled scenarios and expert analysis.
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ISO/FDIS 11270 Intelligent transport systems — Lane keeping assistance systems (LKAS)
PMG Technologies performs LKAS testing for passenger cars, commercial vehicles, and buses. These systems assist with lane keeping on highways using lane recognition and lateral control aligned with visible markings. Our testing focuses on evaluating system behavior under standardized conditions to ensure safety and compliance.
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FMVSS 127 – Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) System for Light Vehicles
PMG Technologies is fully equipped to perform future FMVSS 127 testing using precise driving robots, compliant soft targets, and advanced data acquisition systems. Our team has extensive experience in conducting AEB regulatory evaluations and can replicate the exact test conditions outlined in the standard to ensure accurate and certifiable results.
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UNECE REGULATION No. 130
PMG Technologies performs LDWS testing to evaluate a vehicle’s ability to detect unintended lane departures and issue timely alerts. Using precise lane tracking, high-resolution data acquisition, and controlled test environments, our team ensures consistent, repeatable results aligned with global regulatory standards.
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UNECE REGULATION No. 131
PMG Technologies conducts AEB testing to evaluate automated braking performance in rear-end collision scenarios. Using precision driving robots, compliant soft targets, and advanced data logging systems, we replicate standardized test conditions to ensure reliable, regulation-compliant results. Our expertise guarantees accurate assessment of braking effectiveness and system responsiveness.
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UNECE REGULATION No. 151
PMG Technologies performs testing for blind spot detection systems designed to prevent collisions with cyclists in vehicle blind zones. Using cyclist-like soft targets, and coordinated vehicle setups, we recreate realistic scenarios to evaluate system performance. Specialized facilities and expert engineers ensure repeatable results.
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UNECE REGULATION No. 152
PMG Technologies performs AEB testing for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles, following regulatory standards. Using precision driving robots, compliant soft targets, and advanced data systems, we evaluate braking performance under realistic conditions. Our expertise ensures accurate, repeatable results that meet certification requirements for both vehicle categories.
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UNECE REGULATION No. 157
PMG Technologies performs ALKS testing to evaluate automated lane control functions under defined scenarios. Using robotic vehicles, precise lane infrastructure, we simulate diverse driving conditions to assess system safety and reliability. Our expert team ensures all tests meet regulatory standards and support future automation developments.
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Euro NCAP tests protocols - Safety assist
PMG Technologies performs testing for AEB Car-to-Car, Lane Support Systems (LSS), and Speed Assist Systems (SAS) under the Euro NCAP Safety Assist Protocol. These evaluations ensure ADAS technologies meet safety standards through controlled, non-destructive testing. Our expert team delivers accurate, repeatable results that support safer driving and regulatory compliance across modern passenger vehicles.
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Euro NCAP tests protocols – Vulnerable Road User (VRU) Protection
PMG Technologies performs VRU Protection testing under Euro NCAP protocols, focusing on AEB and Lane Support Systems. These tests simulate real-world scenarios involving pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists to evaluate system responsiveness and collision avoidance. The advanced facilities and expert team ensure accurate, repeatable results that meet safety standards and support safer vehicle design.
Equipment
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ADAS Target
Car and SUV
- Strikeable Surrogate Vehicle (SSV)
- EuroNCAP Vehicle Target (EVT)
- Soft Car 360
- Global Vehicle Target (GVT)
- Sport utility vehicle targets
Motorbike
- Euro NCAP Motorcycle Target (EMT)
- Soft motorcycle 360
Vulnerable Road User (VRU)
- Static pedestrian child target (2 years) with learn to walk toy car
- Euro NCAP Pedestrian Target child 7 years (EPTc) and heated variant
- Euro NCAP Pedestrian Target adult (EPTa) and heated variant
- Soft Pedestrian 360
- White tail deer static target
- ASTERA E-Scooter target
- Euro NCAP Bicyclist Target adult (EBTa)
- Euro NCAP Bicyclist Target child (EBTc)
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ADAS Platforms
- SPT20 Standalone
- LaunchPad 60
- LaunchPad 80
- Guided Soft Target (GST) 80 with Heavy Duty panels
- Guided Soft Target (GST) 100
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Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)/ Inertial Navigation System (INS)
Systems used for all testing conducted on the tracks are RT’s family Inertial and GPS Navigation System from Oxford Technical Solutions (OxTS). These devices use a contactless/touchless GPS based technology with Differential Corrections from a base station installed on-site. Aside from providing real-time position, speeds and accelerations, the device can collect external signals through CAN or using an analog-to-digital converter.
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Base Station Radio
Offers real-time GPS position correction for the RT system
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Robot Controller (Power PMAC)
Robot Controller from AB Dynamics is used to centralized data acquisition (CAN, Analog, Ethernet) and to control Combined Brake and Accelerator Robot and Steering Robot. It calculates relative positions, speeds and accelerations between Vehicles Under Tests (VUTs) and Targets
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TrackFi PowerMesh
We use TrackFi PowerMesh to communicate between Vehicles Under Tests (VUTs) and Targets
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Combined Brake and Accelerator Robot (CBAR 500 and 600)
The Combined Brake and Accelerator Robot from AB Dynamics is used to accurately control the brake and acceleration pedals in vehicle.
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Steering Robot (SR)
We used Steering Robot (SR60 Taurus) from AB Dynamics to control the direction of the vehicle and monitor torque apply on the steering wheel.
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AUDIO AND VISUAL ALERT DETECTOR (AVAD 3)
The audio and visual alerts are detected by the AVAD 3 from DTC Solutions in the vehicle under test by using a microphone as well as a camera. We can look for frequency and amplitude with the microphone and patterns or colors with the camera in order to trig a signal to the acquisition system or driving robots.
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GPS RANGE SYSTEM (RT-RANGE Hunter and Target)
The RT-Range from OXTS measures the position of a vehicle relative to lane markings, other objects, or the relative position between multiple vehicles.
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WEATHER STATION
The stationary weather station records:
- Ambient temperature
- Wind speed and direction
- Relative humidity (RH)
- Atmospheric pressure
- Rain precipitation
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VECTOR BUS INTERFACE FOR CAN/LIN
The bus interface is used to monitor CAN on vehicle.
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LOAD CELL
Load cells are used to read forces applied.
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IMU
The Inertial Measurement Unit is a Racelogic with three rate gyros and three accelerometers.
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Light System
Transportable light system for Euro NCAP 2020 testing.
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V2X OBU and RSU
At PMG Technologies, we provide our clients with a comprehensive range of equipment and services designed to test and validate V2X technologies. Our facilities include on-board units (OBUs) and roadside units (RSUs), as well as cameras for detecting vulnerable road users. Our CV2X equipment can also be enrolled into SCMS for secure credential management, ensuring trusted communication.