This manual describes how to incorporate the OpenECU Simulink blocks provided by Pi Innovo into your own designs, but does not include a MATLAB or Simulink guide or tutorial. Please refer to the user guides that accompany that software for full installation and operating instructions.

A working knowledge of design modelling and system dynamics principles in an engineering environment is required to make the best use of Simulink and OpenECU. Ultimately, it is the quality of your own system designs that will be reflected in the quality of your system control strategy.

Note also that there are serious hardware and personal safety considerations involved in developing automotive control systems. Please make sure that you read and understand the Safety and Warning section at the end of this chapter to reduce the chance of any such hazards.