Vector Informatik
About us
Vector is the leading manufacturer of test and development tools from static code analysis to HIL testing as well as a variety of embedded software components to develop compliant, safety-critical software-based electronic systems and their device-internal and device-spanning networking.
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Ingersheimer Str. 24
70499 Stuttgart
Germany
E-mail: medical@vector.com
Phone: +49 711 80670-0
Internet: medical.vector.com
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Products & Services
Vector Medical Solutions
Empowering Safe and Compliant Medical Device Development
Tools and services designed to meet the highest standards in software quality, compliance, and rapid product cycles.
Product & Service Overview
Vector Medical Solutions supports manufacturers of complex medical devices in developing safe, interoperable, and compliant embedded software efficiently. Our customers operate in fields such as in vivo and in vitro diagnostics, surgical robotics, active implants, therapeutic and intensive care systems, and connected operating room environments.
Our Solution Portfolio
Code Quality & Static Analysis
VectorCAST: Automated unit and integration testing for C/C++/Ada – ideal for continuous testing in compliance with IEC 62304.
PC-lint Plus: Static code analysis for high code quality and early defect detection.
System Testing & Simulation
CANoe & VT System: Platforms for simulation, testing, and analysis of communication systems and device interfaces.
SIL Kit: Software-in-the-loop testing platform for early validation of software functionality without hardware.
VIO System: Hardware-in-the-loop environment for realistic validation using physical interfaces.
Communication & Connectivity Solutions
Full support for industry-standard protocols: CAN, Ethernet, EtherCAT, CANopen
Ideal for distributed system architectures in modular OR setups, combined diagnostic/therapy devices, and more.
Embedded Software Platform
MICROSAR: High-performance, certified basic software stack for microcontrollers and microprocessors – developed in accordance with leading automotive and safety standards.
Free-to-use Embedded Stack for µP for fast and easy setup of embedded components.
SDC Stack & Interoperability for the Connected OR
Fully integrable SDC (Service-oriented Device Connectivity) Stack, compliant with IEEE 11073 standards, enabling interoperability across devices from different vendors.
Facilitates seamless communication between imaging, navigation, monitoring, and surgical robotics components.
Supports initiatives for an open, standards-based “Operating Room of the Future.”
Consulting Services
Our technology is backed by expert consulting to help you tackle specific challenges in regulated development environments:
Toolchain and architecture consulting for embedded software projects
Guidance on IEC 62304, ISO 14971, IEC 60601, and related standards
Strategies for legacy code migration and modern test implementation
Proof-of-concept projects, evaluations, workshops, and knowledge transfer
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Why Choose Vector Medical Solutions?
With more than 35 years of experience in embedded systems development and a strong heritage in safety-critical industries, Vector combines technology, tools, and expert guidance in a unique offering tailored for medical device innovation:
Accelerate development with integrated testing and simulation
Increase system reliability through automated testing and high test coverage
Ensure compliance with tools aligned to IEC 62304 and related standards
Future-proof connectivity with SDC and advanced communication solutions
PC-lint Plus
Static code analysis tools are foundational to modern software development
PC-lint Plus is a powerful static analysis tool for C/C++ that helps medical device developers detect coding errors, enforce coding standards, and ensure software quality early in the development process. It supports IEC 62304 compliance and reduces risk by identifying defects before they reach testing or production.
VectorCAST
From Unit and Integration Testing to System Test Automation/Code Coverage
VectorCAST is an automated testing platform for C/C++, ideal for safety-critical medical software. It supports unit, integration, and system-level testing with full traceability. The QA option enables test management, coverage analysis, and compliance with IEC 62304—streamlining validation and accelerating regulatory approval.
CANoe MedTech
Reliably Develop and Test Medical Systems and Networks
CANoe MedTech is a cutting-edge extension of the CANoe platform tailored specifically for medical device development. It offers simulation, virtual testing, SIL/HIL support, and in-depth diagnostics for embedded systems in medical applications—such as ventilators and OR communication systems. CANoe MedTech accelerates development cycles, ensures compliance with standards like IEC 62304, and enables early validation of software and networked medical devices. Combined with the freeware addition SIL-Kit, you can set up a fully functional software-in-the-loop environment for fast and reliable virtual system testing.
VT-System
Scalable and Modular Systems for Efficient HIL Testing
VT-System is a modular hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) platform for testing embedded systems in medical devices. It enables safe, automated testing of interfaces, signals, and behaviors under real-world conditions. Ideal for IEC 62304-compliant development, the VT-System supports repeatable, high-coverage validation—reducing risk and time to market.
VIO System
Compact, Modular I/O Hardware for Measuring and Testing at the Workstation and Test Bench
VIO System is a high-performance hardware platform for real-time I/O and signal simulation in medical device testing. It enhances HIL environments by supporting precise, dynamic stimulation and measurement of analog and digital signals. VIO enables accurate validation of embedded software under realistic conditions—supporting faster, safer development.
MICROSAR
MICROSAR – Embedded Software Platform for Microcontrollers
MICROSAR is Vector’s modular embedded software stack for microcontrollers, offering tested drivers, OS, and communication layers. Ideal for safety-critical medical devices, it accelerates development and supports compliance with standards like IEC 62304. MICROSAR ensures reliable low-level software and seamless integration with Vector’s test tools.
SDC Stack
Interoperability Made Easy: SDC Stack for Connected Medical Devices
Vector’s SDC Stack enables interoperable communication between medical devices based on the IEEE 11073 SDC standard. Designed for the connected OR and ICU, it supports safe, vendor-independent data exchange. Integration tooling and APIs simplify embedding into existing systems—accelerating development of standards-compliant, networked devices.