Functional Test Systems

3T is your trusted partner in the world of functional testing, where precision is extremely important. As technology advances, we are convinced that verifying the reliability of solutions — both our own and our clients — is a complex challenge. That is why we have sharpened our expertise in developing custom automatic test equipment designed with your specific requirements in mind. Our secret? A thorough test plan and a preference for modular systems to ensure efficiency.

Over the years, we have built a solid reputation for crafting modular systems like MDTFs (Mixed-Domain Test and Measurement Framework), MINT, and Octopus, backed by our expertise in software-based tools using TestStand, LabVIEW, and Python for automated test sequences. At 3T, we are committed to elevating your testing game, guaranteeing the reliability and performance of your solutions so you can focus on what you do best.

The MDTF is used as in interface to a specific DUT, which enables the test engineer to gain easy access to the power, signal (analog or digital) and communication peripherals of the DUT.

Using a DUT specific backplane and our generic modular interface boards enables the user to perform different measurements, configurations to quickly perform (automated) tests. Most of these tests are performed for prototype verification and DUT qualification.

MINT, short for Multi INTerface, is a versatile development tool known for its high-speed solution capabilities.

Inside the dev kit MINT, you'll find an Intel Arria V SoC, a powerful fusion of an FPGA and a Dual-core ARM CortexTM-A9 MPCoreTM. This unique combination harnesses the computing power of an FPGA and the adaptability of software on an ARM-based hard processor system (HPS). All interfaces are readily accessible from both the FPGA and the ARM-based HPS.

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OCTOPUS is a robust I/O test platform. It offers comprehensive trigger functionality, enabling the execution and control of diverse test scenarios. OCTOPUS seamlessly interfaces with various programming environments, including Python scripts, LabVIEW, or MATLAB applications, enhancing its versatility and usability.

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With three decades of dedicated expertise, we have cultivated an impressive track record in crafting automated test systems that accommodate diverse product development and lifecycle stages.

Over this time span, we have witnessed a remarkable evolution in electronics, marked by escalating complexity.
Consequently, test systems have undergone a transformation of their own, evolving into complex systems that seamlessly integrate multiple disciplines. In essence, our test systems have become products in their own right, reflective of our commitment to adapt and excel in an ever-evolving technological landscape.

Hans van den Elsen, 3T Competence Officer

3TFunctional Test Systems

Our Capabilities at a Glance

Identify and rectify design flaws early in the development process, reducing the likelihood of costly and time-consuming changes later on
Timing and precision of the test system should outclass the requirements of the device under test
Conducting a variety of tests, simulations, and analyses including physical testing, simulations, and modeling to verify that the design will work under various conditions

Testing complex FPGA/CPU boards using modular test interfaces
Unit testing of software blocks: Ensure that existing functionality remains intact
System integration: Verify the combination of hardware/software/mechatronics

Functional testing of the product ensuring the correct behavior
Ensuring the reliability, safety, and quality of a product
Traceability ensures that the test data of each product can be traced back. This is vital for product recalls, quality control, and compliance with industry regulations

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Analog & mixed signal design is our most distinctive competence. If you have an application that requires precision sensor interfaces, real-time data acquisition, or a complex control circuit, 3T is the place to be. Being an AD and TI design partner, we have access to the latest technology.

3T has built up FPGA knowledge and experience since FPGAs were introduced in the market. As a design partner of Intel, AMD, and Microchip, we have access to the latest FPGA technology, such as the newest generation of Systems-On-Chip devices.

Controlling actuators and managing heat dissipation are crucial aspects of various applications, ranging from industrial automation and robotics to electronic devices and power generation. A control algorithm enables precise manipulation of physical systems while optimizing heat dissipation to ensure system performance, reliability, and components' longevity.

The functionality of an application is more and more determined by its embedded software. We do rely on our extensive know-how of programming languages, microcontrollers, hardware interfaces, and real-time operating systems. As a NXP, TI, and Microchip design partner, we have access to all the latest technologies.

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Model-Driven Development enhances productivity, reduces development time and costs, and improves maintainability by establishing a clear and traceable relationship between the real world (models) and the implemented system. For Model-driven development, we use the toolchains of MathWorks and ANSYS.

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