The MTS_CPU_Board by StyriaElectronics is a sophisticated central controller card designed specifically for use in Modular Test Systems (MTS). Utilizing an ARM-based CPU board, this board facilitates seamless communication and centralized control of various modular plug-in cards through a standardized backplane interface.
Key Features
- ARM CPU Board Integration: Provides robust computational capabilities, networking, and flexible software solutions.
- Backplane Interfaces: Supports multiple communication standards, including UART, SPI, I²C, GPIO, and optional CAN bus interfaces.
- Power Management: Includes integrated voltage regulation and monitoring circuits for stable and reliable operation.
- Expandability: Offers optional expansions for web interfaces (Flask/Node.js), camera modules, displays, and USB connectivity.
Licensing
This project is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0).
This means you are free to use, modify, and share this work for non-commercial purposes, as long as proper credit is given.
➡️ Commercial use is not permitted without a separate license.
If you would like to use this project in a commercial context, please contact us to obtain a commercial license.
Advantages of the Modular MTS System
- Flexibility: Allows the integration of various interchangeable cards tailored to specific measurement, control, or communication tasks.
- Scalability: Systems can be easily scaled up or down by adding or removing cards without redesigning the entire infrastructure.
- Ease of Maintenance: Faulty modules can quickly be identified, isolated, and replaced, minimizing downtime.
- Cost Efficiency: Reduces overall cost by reusing infrastructure components and only changing individual modules as needed.
How the MTS Rack System Works
The MTS rack system is a professional modular instrumentation platform designed for high-performance test and measurement applications. A central backplane provides standardized communication pathways and power distribution. Specialized cards, such as analog input/output, digital I/O, communication interfaces, or custom-designed modules, can be inserted into standard slots, enabling customized configurations. The MTS_CPU_Board acts as the central controller, managing data flow, configuration, and operational control across all modules, offering a highly versatile solution for complex testing and automation scenarios.
Conclusion
The MTS_CPU_Board by StyriaElectronics represents an essential component for modern modular test and control systems. Its powerful combination of ARM CPU board integration, comprehensive communication interfaces, and clear licensing makes it an excellent solution for academic and non-commercial applications in research, development, and educational contexts.
For further details and to download the project files, please visit the GitHub project page.