Emerson: NI LabVIEW Suite for HIL Streamlines Embedded Software Test for Hardware-in-the-Loop Engineers
March 4, 2025
Emerson has recently announced the launch of the NI LabVIEW+ Suite for HIL, a powerful new software solution designed to address the growing needs of engineers developing and testing embedded software.
Tailored specifically for hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) customers, LabVIEW+ Suite for HIL brings together test, validation and data analysis tools in a unified platform to streamline workflows and accelerate time-to-market.
NI LabVIEW+ Suite for HIL is a comprehensive software bundle that provides engineers with the essential tools to simulate complex conditions that would otherwise be difficult to replicate. The suite enables engineers to reuse modular components and leverage NI’s Switch Load and Signal Conditioning hardware for edge case detection across test systems. Engineers can easily upgrade their systems as new technologies emerge and customize software models to meet ever-changing requirements.
Embodying Emerson’s open, software-defined, intelligent test approach using modular hardware, NI LabVIEW+ Suite for HIL enables customers to adapt quickly to new challenges. As product designers shift functionality away from electromechanical systems toward embedded software, there is a greater requirement for rigorous testing through a continuous integration process. The HIL strategy enables significant savings in both time and resources while enhancing product reliability across industries such as automotive, aerospace and electronics.
The new suite adds value to Emerson’s existing HIL user base and new adopters of the platform by streamlining their workflows and future-proofing their designs against the evolving complexity of next generation products. It includes key development software such as NI VeriStand, NI LabVIEW, NI LabVIEW Real-Time, and NI LabVIEW FPGA, which have been available in previous bundles, and adds two software products with new native integration capabilities launched in 2025:
- NI TestStand, enables automation of complex test systems to meet the rising demand for efficient and scalable testing solutions.
- NI DIAdem, allows advanced post-process data review and analysis, ensuring engineers can make informed decisions quickly.
“This suite delivers the most comprehensive software stack available on the market for HIL engineers,” said Rudy Sengupta, vice president and general manager of test and analytics software with Emerson’s test and measurement business. “Using the NI LabVIEW+ Suite for HIL, users can achieve greater test coverage, reduce development time, and lower costs – all while ensuring the flexibility to adapt to future testing requirements.”
As part of its ongoing commitment to meeting customer needs, Emerson is improving the availability of its software through the reintroduction of perpetual licensing. Customers now have the flexibility to choose between subscription and perpetual purchase options, ensuring they can select the model that best aligns with their business needs.
