Visual Analytics-Based Computational Tool for Electrical Distribution Systems of Vehicles

The present work provides a solid understanding on the challenges and opportunities of visual analytics (VA) use for the development of electrical distribution systems (EDS) of vehicles. First, the need for a VA-based software platform is justified to address the associated information overload and problem complexity. Later, a detailed background on the preceding use of VA in electrical systems as well in the automotive industry is provided. Based on the previous context and agile software implementation, specific guidelines for the development of a novel and functional VA-based computational tool are then provided to appropriately visualize, analyze and simulate in-car EDS.