Implementing IEEE 1641 - using a complete system

This year, new products have been introduced onto a Royal Air Force (RAF) test system, which provide an integrated IEEE 1641 development and run-time system. The program involved the integration of Commercial of the Shelf (COTS) products to provide a facility to enable the creation of a TPS using 1641 signal definitions, through to the running of the test program using established instruments and driver software. This paper discusses the process involved in achieving the objectives from the point of view of the TPS developer and integrator, and will cover the complete process, from requirements capture, via TPS integration, to program operation and results verification. The paper will also outline the lessons learned and the resulting feedback to the COTS product developers and 1641 working groups.