Enhancing Driving Cycle Development in the Automotive Industry: The Role of Short Cycle Times in Achieving Quick Feedback Loop Control

Driving cycle development is essential for analyzing fuel consumption and emissions in the automotive industry. This paper emphasizes the importance of achieving short cycle times in feedback loop control to enhance the efficiency of driving cycle development. Using the Ipoh Driving Cycle as a case study, the research demonstrates how minimizing execution time improves real-time analysis and decision-making for urban driving conditions. By converting MATLAB-based models into the Siemens Totally Integrated Automation Portal environment, the study achieves significant improvements in execution efficiency. The cycle time is reduced from 45 seconds in MATLAB to 100 milliseconds in the Siemens environment, enabling rapid feedback and system responsiveness. This research highlights the challenges of integrating MATLAB with industrial automation systems and the strategies used to optimize compatibility and reduce computational overhead. The findings underscore the critical role of short cycle times in enhancing driving cycle accuracy and responsiveness while providing a practical framework for integrating simulation tools with real-time platforms to support energy-efficient automotive development.