Step into the next era of product development at the 2026 Smart Prototypes Summit!
Experience virtual and physical testing coming together
in one intelligent ecosystem to drive smarter, faster innovation.
Step into the next era of product development at the 2026 Smart Prototypes Summit!
Experience virtual and physical testing coming together
in one intelligent ecosystem to drive smarter, faster innovation.
Step into the next era of product development at the 2026 Smart Prototypes Summit!
Experience virtual and physical testing coming together
in one intelligent ecosystem to drive smarter, faster innovation.
Darmstadt, Germany, May 29th , 2024 – VI-grade, the global provider of human-centric simulation-driven vehicle development solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with Rohde & Schwarz, a global technology group dedicated to creating a safer and more connected world. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in the field of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems / Automated Driving (ADAS / AD) testing.
The core of this partnership involves interfacing the advanced Rohde & Schwarz automotive radar test system (RTS) with VI-grade's suite of driving simulators. This integration provides a seamless testing environment, combining simulation models, driving simulators for Driver-in-the-Loop, enabling comprehensive testing of real radar sensors within a virtual setting. The extremely versatile RTS consists of the R&S AREG800A automotive radar echo generator together with the R&S QAT100 advanced antenna array and provides vehicle manufacturers and their suppliers with the ability to simulate ADAS/AD scenarios like those defined in the Euro NCAP in a precise and repeatable way.
The aim of this collaboration is to provide an integrated solution that facilitates ADAS/AD testing in a controlled laboratory environment. This combined approach allows automotive manufacturers to evaluate vehicle performance and safety features more efficiently and effectively, thereby reducing the need for extensive real-world testing. The benefits for customers are significant: by testing real radar systems in a virtual environment, manufacturers can conduct safer and more cost-effective development processes. This method minimizes the risks associated with on-road testing of real prototypes, enhancing safety and lowering development costs.
"Partnering with VI-grade for driver-in-the-loop test is another important step to support our customers in all phases during the development of radar sensors from early research with chip suppliers to R&D and production at TIER1s and OEMs. We are proud that VI-grade selected Rohde & Schwarz products to complete their test portfolio” commented Stephane Blanchon Business Development Manager Automotive for Southern Europe at Rohde & Schwarz.
“We are excited to enter this strategic partnership with Rohde & Schwarz. By integrating their advanced automotive radar test system with our driving simulators, we are providing a comprehensive solution that addresses the complex challenges of ADAS development, ensuring vehicles are equipped with the most robust and reliable safety systems”, commented Guido Bairati, Managing Director at VI-grade.
Please complete the following form to register. Registration will grant you access to the reserved area.
At the end of the registration you will receive an e-mail containing your registration data.
I consent VI-grade to contact me via email and accept the privacy policy
