dSPACE Introduces Virtual Homologation Support Initiatives for UN-R171 (DCAS) Compliance

dSPACE Japan K.K. (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; President: Shigeo Uno; hereinafter 'dSPACE'), a provider of simulation and validation solutions for automotive development, will speak at the 'Supporting the Future of the Automotive Industry! Latest Cyber Security, Functional Safety, and Sustainability' seminar hosted by SGS Japan Inc. on May 29. The company will present practical approaches to virtual homologation based on UN Regulation No. 171 (Driver Control Assistance Systems: DCAS). Why Virtual Homologation is Needed Now With the advancement of Software Defined Vehicles (SDVs) and highly sophisticated Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), the scope of verification and volume of testing required for type approval have increased dramatically. Particularly in ADAS and autonomous driving development, there are cases where 10 to 100 times more driving conditions must be verified compared to conventional vehicles. Covering all of these through physical vehicle testing alone is no longer realistic from the perspectives of development time and cost. Against this backdrop, the concept of digital homologation—utilizing virtual testing from the early stages of development to consistently manage verification and certification processes digitally—is gaining attention. Virtual homologation is a key element supporting this digital homologation, serving as the foundational initiative to leverage virtual test results in the certification process. Seminar Overview Name: 'Supporting the Future of the Automotive Industry! Latest Cyber Security, Functional Safety, and Sustainability' Seminar Date and Time: Friday, May 29, 2026, 10:00-17:00 Location: Pacifico Yokohama Conference Center 3F '301' Organizer: SGS Japan Inc. Details: https://sgsjapan-portal.jp/seminar_detail.php?id=760 Title: 'Simulation Reliability Verification for Virtual Homologation' Time: 10:50-11:30 In this presentation, from the perspective of how to integrate virtual testing into the development and verification process—as opposed to conventional type approval centered on physical testing—we will explain initiatives to establish simulation reliability. This includes validation of the test toolchain, which is crucial for realizing virtual homologation, as well as model verification and validation (V&V). Related Exhibition At the 'Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 Yokohama,' held on the same day as this seminar, we will hold an exhibition regarding digital homologation at the dSPACE booth (North Hall, Booth No. N80). This is an opportunity to see more concretely through exhibits the concepts and approaches explained in the seminar. dSPACE Japan K.K. dSPACE is a global company that provides the simulation and validation solutions necessary for developing connected cars, autonomous vehicles, and electric vehicles. Our end-to-end solutions are utilized by automakers and suppliers to test various software and hardware components before testing on actual vehicles becomes possible. In addition to the automotive industry, dSPACE is chosen as a development partner in aerospace, industrial automation, and other industrial sectors, applying our knowledge and experience across various fields. Our product portfolio covers a wide range, from solutions for simulation and validation to engineering, consulting services, training, and support. dSPACE provides products and services with over 2,900 employees worldwide, including its headquarters in Paderborn, Germany, four project centers in Germany, and subsidiaries in the US, UK, France, Croatia, Sweden, Italy, South Korea, Japan, China, and India. For more details, please visit www.dspace.com.