Develop a simulator to replicate the functionalities of gantry of a CT machine.
The simulator should be connected to imaging workstation & table without actual X-Ray generator & detector.
The simulator should be used for development and testing the Imaging software modules and also for V&V of the full system
Solution
QuEST developed Hardware Gantry simulators by re-using the existing CT Controller boards and its peripherals.
The system was powered without using actual CT Power distribution unit.
The peripherals were deployed in the customized 18U rack and the external connectivity option was provided for table, scan control board and foot pedal switches.
Benefits
Reduced the time of Software Development Lifecycle as 80% of testing done at workstation side
Reduced the Risk of Intrusive Software Testing
Simulators mimic most of the functionalities of Gantry and reduced the risk & dependency on Actual CT bay
System testing required only for performance & image quality related testing