Visualization of inertial module readings in the SimInTech environment

Authors: Ustinov T.A.
Published in issue: #5(106)/2026
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Category: Informatics, Computer Engineering and Control | Chapter: Information Technology. Computer techologies. Theory of computers and systems
Keywords: SimInTech, 3D visualization, inertial module, strapdown inertial navigation system, hardware-in-the-loop simulation, orientation
Published: 21.10.2026

This paper examines hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation of technical systems within the SimInTech environment, using the interaction with an inertial module (IM) as a case study. The study considers the module's input and output parameters, including both raw sensor readings (angular velocities and linear accelerations) and the position, spatial orientation angles, and velocities calculated based on them. The method for connecting the IM to a personal computer is defined, and a simulation diagram is developed for data acquisition and for setting the initial alignment parameters. Based on the orientation angles obtained from the device, a real-time 3D visualization of the object in space has been created.

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