Ansys SCADE Suite
Model-based design and development for mission- and safety-critical embedded software.
Executive Summary
Ansys SCADE Suite is a comprehensive model-based design and development environment specifically engineered for mission- and safety-critical embedded software. It provides an end-to-end solution that streamlines the entire software development lifecycle, from initial design and simulation to automatic code generation and rigorous verification. The suite is renowned for its ability to help engineers develop reliable embedded control software efficiently, ensuring compliance with stringent industry standards. The platform integrates advanced simulation capabilities, allowing for visual debugging based on actual generated code, which significantly enhances the verification process. By leveraging a model-based approach, SCADE Suite reduces the risk of errors, accelerates development cycles, and facilitates automated certification for complex embedded systems. It is a cornerstone of Ansys's embedded software product line, often integrated with other Ansys tools like SCADE Display and SCADE LifeCycle for a holistic development ecosystem.
Use Cases
- Developing flight control systems for aerospace applications, ensuring compliance with standards like DO-178C.
- Designing and verifying automotive embedded software for ADAS (Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems) or engine control units, meeting ISO 26262 standards.
- Creating safety-critical control systems for nuclear power plants or railway signaling, adhering to standards like IEC 61508 or EN 50128.
- Rapid prototyping and simulation of embedded software models to validate design choices early in the development cycle.
- Automating the generation of certified C code from validated models, reducing manual coding errors and accelerating certification processes.
Features
Visibility
- Graphical Model Editor: Intuitive interface for creating and editing embedded software models using industry-standard notations.
- Simulation & Debugging Interface: Visual environment to run simulations, observe model execution, and debug generated code.
Intelligence
- Formal Verification: Tools for mathematically proving properties of models, ensuring correctness and absence of critical errors.
- Code Generation Optimization: Optimized C code generation from models, ensuring efficiency and adherence to coding standards.
Technical Specifications
- Deployment
- On-Premise
- API Available
- Yes
Integrations
- Ansys SCADE Display
- Ansys SCADE LifeCycle
- Ansys Workbench
- Ansys optiSLang
- Ansys ModelCenter
- Ansys STK
Pricing
- Starting Price
- Contact sales
- Target Customer
- Mid-Market,Enterprise
- Free Trial
- Yes, 30 days
About Ansys
Ansys, Inc. is an American multinational company headquartered in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, and a global leader in engineering simulation software. It develops and markets CAE/multiphysics engineering simulation and 3D design software, enabling innovators across various industries to accelerate product development and optimize performance. Ansys is in the process of being acquired by Synopsys, with the acquisition announced in January 2024.