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Work Hours
Monday to Friday: 7AM - 7PM
Weekend: 10AM - 5PM
Engineering Services
ENGINEERING SERVICES
Product Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics & Embedded Systems Design
Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Rig Building
Optical Engineering & Validation
Engineering Application Software Development
Design Studio Service
Product Engineering
Product Engineering
Detail-Oriented Design: In an era of shrinking product development lifecycles, meticulous detail engineering is paramount for high-quality and time-efficient manufacturing.
Concurrent Engineering: We employ integrated project teams and concurrent engineering practices to expedite product realization while addressing iterative design challenges.
Design Validation: We ensure design suitability for manufacturing (DFM), assembly (DFA), and reliability (DFR) through validation.
Mechanical Design
Concept Design: From feasibility studies to concept finalization, we cover a range of aspects including manufacturability analysis and Pugh analysis.
Preliminary Design: Material selection, subsystem design, dimensional analysis, and more are part of our preliminary design services.
Detailed Design: We offer detailed design services for modules, assemblies, and parts, including geometric dimensioning, tolerance stack-ups, and design optimization.
Mechanical Analysis
Analytical Expertise: Our experienced analysts utilize both hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) methods to address engineering challenges effectively.
CAE Tools: We utilize CAE tools like MSC Patran, Nastran, Ansys, Hypermesh, and more for meshing models and conducting analysis.
Modeling and Detailing
CAD Representation: We create 3D and 2D CAD representations of designs for downstream manufacturing engineering.
Specialized Modeling: Our expertise spans parametric feature-based modeling, domain-specific modeling, freeform surface modeling, and more.
CAD Technology: We are proficient in CAD technologies such as Catia V5, V6, Pro Engineer, Unigraphics NX, and Solid Works.
Hydraulic Design
Application Engineering: Leveraging industry expertise, we excel in hydraulics application engineering for diverse products and systems.
Product Knowledge: Our knowledge encompasses hydraulic components like cylinders, actuators, valves, filters, and more.
Design Services: We offer subsystem and manifold design, actuator design, component sizing, simulation, and routing design for hydraulic systems.
Reverse Engineering
Capturing Design Information: We adopt a comprehensive reverse-engineering process to capture design information, including dimensions, material properties, and performance parameters.
Advanced Tools: Our approach combines shop-floor mechanical skills with advanced 3D scanning technology.
Design Intent Identification: We help clients identify the design intent of a product and deliver manufacturing drawings based on captured information.
Electrical Engineering
Wiring Harness Design & Drafting
- ADVS provides Wiring Harness Design & Drafting services on various software platforms tailored to the evolving needs of electrical engineering projects.
- Our services encompass drafting wiring diagrams, layout drawings, circuit board assembly, and schematic diagrams.
- Our Electrical Wiring Harness Design & Drafting services include:
- Electrical Schematics:
- Single and three-line diagrams
- Wiring diagrams
- Metering, power, control, and protection schematics
- Design, migration, and change management
- Reports, database management, and Bills of Materials (BOM)
- Harnesses:
- Electrical wiring data
- Mechanical harness specifications and routing
- Configuration and BOM data
- Component specifications
- Manufacturing drawings and reports
- Electro-Mechanical:
- 2D and 3D design
- Migration and change management
- Reports, database management, and BOM
- CAD data creation from physical parts
- Electrical Schematics:
Electrical & Infotainment Capability
- ADVS has been actively involved in custom electrical infotainment testing since 2011.
- Our experienced team conducts multi-level rig testing in infotainment, focusing on Human Machine Interface devices like TFT Clusters, IP/ICP Screens, Rotary Control Displays, Head-Up Displays, and In-Car Entertainment systems.
- We specialize in simplifying firmware and software updates on OEM devices.
- We develop bespoke CAN Analyser looped simulators tailored to complex application logics involving extensive data and transactions.
- We offer innovative, reliable simulation devices customized to meet specific needs.
Automotive Technologies
- CAN: Controller Area Network
- MOST: Media Oriented Systems Transport
- LIN: Local Interconnect Network
- Ethernet
- FlexRay
- DoIP
Automotive Tools
- CANALYSER
- Vehicle Spy
- CANALYSER (with MOST and LIN capabilities)
- OptoLyzer
- Wire Shark
- Diagnostic Tools
- Bluetooth
Automotive Capabilities
- Python scripting
- CAPL
- Matlab modeling/LabVIEW
- Vehicle log analysis (CAN, MOST, LIN, Ethernet, DoIP)
- Design of CAN-MOST systems
- System Knowledge: DAB, TV, Head Unit, Navigation, Satellite Radio, Rear Seat Entertainment
- Requirements Capturing
- Design & Verification Plan
- Verification & Validation
Electronics & Embedded Systems Design
System Engineering
- End-to-end system design for embedded system development.
- Comprehensive planning from initial concept to production, aligned with customer requirements for quality and timelines.
- UML System Design.
- Product development platform setup.
- Development platform designed for future product adaptability.
- Collaborative software project management systems.
- Complex state machine and algorithm development based on real-time signals.
- Modular embedded software system design for rapid prototyping.
- Sensor interface and DAQ functions for all types.
Firmware Development
- Modular software development approach for enhanced reusability.
- Test-driven software development to reduce final-stage failure rates.
- Industry best practices in architectural design.
Expertise List
- Embedded RTOS’s (FreeRTOS, Nuttx).
- ARM-Cortex, AVR, PIC, MSP430, Coldfire, PowerPC, Embedded Linux, NI LabVIEW, GHI FEZ, Texas Instruments.
- GCC-based toolchains and GDB debugger.
- Versioning systems and release management.
- Full Embedded SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) using V-Model and TDD (Test Driven Development).
- Proficiency in Embedded C, C#, C++, and .Net.
- Communication protocols: I2C, UART, SPI, One wire, Ethernet.
Design Validation and Testing
- NI LabVIEW-based test APIs for all development stages.
- Unit testing for individual library modules.
- Regression testing based on D-Space scripts.
- Test results database for trend analysis.
- V-Model validation method to ensure requirements conformity.
- Test automation using LabVIEW.
- Python test scripts.
- Development of LabVIEW-based test rigs (PXI, cDAQ, NI TestStand).
Automotive Expertise
- CAN: Controller Area Network.
- MOST: Media Oriented Systems Transport.
- LIN: Local Interconnect Network.
- Ethernet.
- FlexRay.
- DoIP.
- Big Data.
- IoT (Internet of Things).
- Connected technologies.
- Telematics.
- Cloud solutions.
- Mobile apps.
Advanced Manufacturing Engineering
Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Services
Project Management
- Certified project manager for all projects
- Dedicated domain-specific project teams
- Responsibilities include project planning, coordination, resource management, data management, cost control, and quality management.
Virtual Commissioning
- Utilizes cutting-edge Virtual Commissioning (VC)
- Simulates complete manufacturing lines before engineering and commissioning
- Enhances efficiency and optimizes resource and time utilization
Advanced Robotic Simulation
- Offline programming (OLP) based on robot simulation data
- Creates functional robot programs with specific software tools
- Calibration points for robot calibration
PLC Integration and Programming
- PLC programming for various brands of process control systems
- Manages plant automation needs across the lifecycle
- Expertise in ABB, Allen Bradley, Siemens, and more
Controls Solutions
- Qualified Solution Providers and Approved Partners
- Expertise in automation, drive technology, and power distribution
- Utilizes SCADA systems from Siemens, Rockwell, and Beckhoff, among others
Onsite Robot Programming
- Provides onsite robot teaching services
- Activities include robot commissioning, calibration, programming, cycle time optimization, and fault optimization
Engineering Design
- Specializes in production tool development from concept to manufacturing drawings
- Designs welding jigs/fixtures, EOATs, checking fixtures, and more
Controls Design
- Uses advanced CAD tools like EPLAN Electric P8
- Complies with international standards
- Skilled with Engineering Centre One (EEC One) for efficient engineering
Installation & Commissioning
- Provides project and commissioning services
- Installs field equipment, hardware, and control systems
- Performs on-site testing, calibration, and commissioning
- Offers pre-commissioning of control systems and field assistance during start-up
- Handles field network installation and documentation completion
Rig Building
Rig Building capabilities to be updated soon.
Optical Engineering & Validation
Optical Engineering in Automotive
Overview
- Optical engineering is a rapidly expanding field in automotive research.
- Examples of applications include:
- Head-up displays
- Ambient lighting
- Approach lighting
- Larger instrument panel screens
- Lens-free clusters
- Intelligent high beam headlamps
Benefits of Optical Measurement
- Optical measurement techniques provide insight and control over engineering system behavior.
- Enables performance enhancements.
- Light adds no additional mass or stiffness to structures.
- Allows simultaneous measurements at multiple points under service conditions.
Project Origins
- Optical projects often stem from customer collaborations, especially in the premium car sector.
Services Offered
- We offer the following services in the realm of optical engineering:
- Optical Validation Services
- Address glare and reflection issues on screens, clusters, and windshields to prevent driver distraction.
- Screen Legibility Checks
- Validate screen legibility against automotive standards.
- Light Simulation
- Simulate functional, ambient, and task lighting and validate illuminance levels to automotive standards.
- Minimizing Driver Distraction
- Mitigate driver distraction caused by stray light from non-movable cockpit components.
- Veiling Glare Study
- Study veiling glare on the windscreen.
- Optical Light Distribution
- Optical Validation Services
- We offer the following services in the realm of optical engineering:
Optical CAE Expertise
- Optical CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering) is a specialized skill we offer alongside general engineering design and analysis services.
- This field is in high demand in the current premium automotive market.
Engineering Application Software Development
Will be updated soon..
Design Studio Service
Design Studio Service
- Concept to Digitalization: ADVS Design Studio offers a comprehensive range of services, from initial concept creation to data digitization.
- Prestigious Automotive Projects: We actively participate in prestigious projects for automotive OEMs, spanning both commercial and premium sectors.
- Simplified Problem Solving: We believe in a straightforward approach to solve complex problems, with our engineers specializing in styling techniques, starting from input analysis to delivery approvals.
Input Study and Model Generation
- Input Study: Thorough study of inputs
- Sharp Model Generation: Creation, review, comments, and approval
- Class A Surfacing: Utilizing ICEM Standard Tools
- Assembly Verifications: Ensuring assembly compatibility, delivery, and approval
Class A Modeling
- Sketches to Class A Model: Transforming sketches into Class A models
- Scan to Class A Model: Converting scans into Class A models
- CAS to Class A Model: Transitioning from Computer-Aided Styling (CAS) to Class A models
- NURBS to Class A Model: Converting NURBS models into Class A models
CAS Modeling
- Sketches to CAS Model: Converting sketches into Computer-Aided Styling (CAS) models
- Curves to CAS Model: Transforming curves into CAS models
- Modification in Old Models: Updating and modifying old models to new CAS models
- Environmental Reference: Utilizing environmental data as a reference for CAS modeling
Reverse Engineering
- Scan to Quick Surfacing Model: Creating quick surfacing models from scans
- Modification in Old Models: Updating old models for quick review surfacing
- Curves to Quick Surfacing Model: Converting curves into quick surfacing models
- NURBS to Quick Surfacing Model: Transforming NURBS models into quick surfacing models