Kartik of Torc Robotics

Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) validation has become a cornerstone of both traditional automotive development and next-generation autonomous-vehicle systems. As vehicles transition into software-defined platforms with complex ECUs, sensors, and AI-driven modules, system-level robustness cannot rely on road testing alone. This talk explains the full lifecycle of designing, building, and deploying HIL systems: defining validation requirements, mapping real-world interfaces, developing high-fidelity plant models, selecting real-time hardware, designing I/O and signal-conditioning paths, and integrating automotive networks such as CAN, LIN, FlexRay, and Automotive Ethernet. We discuss how complete HIL architectures enable closed-loop testing of powertrain, chassis, ADAS perception, planning, and control under deterministic, repeatable, and safety-aligned scenarios. Emphasis is placed on validating safety-critical functions—including ABS/ESP logic, sensor fusion, trajectory generation, and fault-injection workflows. The session also highlights emerging trends such as AI-generated scenarios, sensor-prognostic modeling, and UL 4600/SOTIF-aligned validation pipelines that accelerate certifiable deployment.

Biography:

Kartik Srinivasan is a Staff Systems Engineer specializing in Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Verification & Validation (V&V) for autonomous vehicles. With over a decade of experience across automotive and autonomous mobility systems, he has played a pivotal role in shaping HIL V&V strategies for Level-4 autonomous trucks at Torc Robotics. His expertise spans HIL architecture design, system integration, closed-loop simulation, and test automation for safety-critical vehicle functions. Previously, Kartik led HIL validation initiatives at Motional, where he contributed to the development of Drive-by-Wire and Perception subsystem testing frameworks. His earlier work at Nexteer Automotive and LG Chemical Power strengthened his foundation in mechatronic test benches, functional safety engineering, and battery management systems. Kartik holds a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Michigan Technological University. He is passionate about AV safety, AI-assisted validation, and scalable test frameworks, and has actively contributed to the advancement of autonomous mobility with 4 U.S. patents filed (Patent Pending). He is an IEEE Senior Member and, in Dec 2025, was inducted as a Professional Member of IEEE Eta Kappa Nu (HKN) into the Eta Chapter of the Board of Governors, recognizing his sustained technical contributions and leadership in the field

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