dSPACE Debuts Radar Testing Solutions in London
The company introduced its new radar simulator and testing platform during the European Microwave Week 2026 conference.
Updated on Oct. 26, 2026 in Semiconductors
During European Microwave Week 2026, which took place in London from 4-9 October 2026, dSPACE showcased advanced testing solutions for radar sensors. The demonstrations included the new DARTS 9050-DG simulator and the Radar Test Bench Essential 2D platform.
Why it matters
Engineers require realistic target simulation and interference testing to validate sophisticated radar sensors before they are deployed in vehicles or systems. These tools allow developers to perform precise testing to ensure safety and performance standards.
The DARTS 9050-DG simulator delivers 5 GHz of bandwidth and supports frequency bands at 24 GHz, 60 GHz, and 77 GHz. The Radar Test Bench Essential 2D utilizes the DARTS 9040-GT to generate two radar targets and uses a motorized gimbal for positioning.
The players
dSPACE
The company specializes in the development and distribution of integrated hardware and software tools for the simulation and testing of electronic control units.
The details
The DARTS 9050-DG uses an all-digital architecture to generate radar targets and enable software updates. Additionally, the Radar Test Bench Essential 2D uses an anechoic chamber to inject interference signals into the test environment for validation.
Timeline
European Microwave Week 2026 was held in London from 4-9 October 2026.
The Tech Race
The debut of this hardware marks a shift toward all-digital radar simulation, extending the capability for high-bandwidth frequency testing. This technology replaces legacy simulation methods that lacked the flexibility of software-updatable digital architectures.
These testing solutions improve the reliability of radar sensors used in modern automotive safety features like adaptive cruise control. Users benefit from more precise sensor performance, which reduces false positives and improves overall driving safety.
The takeaway
Advanced testing tools ensure that complex radar systems perform reliably under diverse conditions. Developers should prioritize all-digital platforms that support future software updates to keep pace with changing sensor standards.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Everythingrf.
