ACS Unveils Acselerant™
ACS has recently made waves in the engineering and testing communities with the launch of its new software, Acselerant™. This innovative real-time control system software offers unprecedented flexibility and scalability for engineers working with LabVIEW test systems. Starting January 9, Acselerant will be available as an open-source platform, allowing companies to customize and evolve their test system architecture to better meet their specific priorities and timeframes.
Having undergone nearly a decade of refinement by ACS engineers, Acselerant addresses critical deficiencies found in existing test systems, serving various sectors such as automotive, aerospace, and other complex industrial environments. The software sits atop a modular framework designed for real-time control and data acquisition, enabling test and lab engineers to quickly adapt to changing technical demands while reducing long-term costs.
According to Scott Hoselton, ACS President, “Acselerant represents our commitment to empowering engineers with the tools to transform technical challenges into competitive advantages.” By providing extensive control over testing architectures, Acselerant is positioned as an essential resource for organizations looking to elevate their data-driven testing processes.
Acselerant's Features and Benefits
Acselerant stands out not merely for its adaptability but for its precise control options. For example, at the University of Wisconsin-Madison's Engine Research Center (UW-ERC), ACS developed a high-altitude engine test cell designed to integrate seamlessly with existing equipment. This project showcased Acselerant's capabilities, allowing engineers to achieve highly accurate real-time control over key environmental factors like temperature, pressure, and humidity. This not only fulfills current testing needs but also opens avenues for future research and testing capabilities.
Roy Krans, Software Development Manager at ACS, highlights how Acselerant bridges the gap between standard functionality and the critical customizations needed to achieve comprehensive test system goals. “Unlike closed systems that force compromises, Acselerant enables labs to define their workflows fully, expand capabilities, and manage increasingly complex testing needs,” he states.
The software's flexibility is further exemplified through its core features, designed explicitly to fill common gaps in traditional testing environments:
- - Dynamic State Control: This feature allows for immediate responses to real-time logic changes, various events, or alarms.
- - Custom Calculations: It streamlines processes for complex, application-specific calculations, which can often bog down testing efficiency.
- - Real-Time Test Control: This supports advanced testing processes and provides customizable, high-fidelity data logging.
With Acselerant, users have the freedom to repurpose existing framework modules and data acquisition engines, facilitating the rapid assembly of new test systems. This capability empowers organizations to become more agile, responsive, and competitive in their testing endeavors.
For companies and research institutions eager to understand how Acselerant can redefine their testing capabilities, ACS invites exploration through its dedicated service site. The launch of this software heralds a new era of precision and customization, equipping engineers with the tools necessary for success in an increasingly data-driven world.
About ACS
Founded and headquartered in Verona, Wisconsin, ACS specializes in designing, engineering, and building cutting-edge equipment, machines, controls, and facilities for industry leaders. With a broad spectrum of services ranging from systems integration to equipment efficiency optimization, ACS stands at the forefront of the automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing sectors. For more information, visit
www.acscm.com.