RT-LAB and EXata CPS Co-Simulation Starter Example

Overview

A cyber-physical co-simulation workflow for combining RT-LAB electrical models with communication-network behavior through EXata CPS.

This model category is designed for users who need to study the impact of communication networks on electrical system behavior. It combines RT-LAB with EXata CPS to create a more realistic cyber-physical validation environment.

As power systems become more digital, cybersecurity and communication effects need to be tested alongside electrical behavior. Including this model in the first 10 makes the RT-LAB community feel more advanced and more differentiated than a standard demo library.

Key Features

  • Studying communication-network effects on real-time simulation behavior
  • Testing network delay, interface mapping, and protocol interaction concepts
  • Supporting research into digital substations, SCADA, and cyber-physical resilience
  • Creating a bridge between power-system simulation and communication emulation

Getting Started

  1. Compile the RT-LAB model with the required communication interface.
  2. Generate the EXata configuration files and target-side setup script.
  3. Map the ports and validate data exchange.
  4. Run a simple network-impact scenario and monitor end-to-end system behavior.

Model Specifications

Parameter Value
Product RT-LAB
Software version RT-LAB 2024.4+
Model file Coming soon

Detailed specifications (time step, hardware, dependencies, license, known limitations, compatible hardware) to be confirmed.

Downloads

The downloadable model package is coming soon.

Cyber_Physical.zip (3.9 MB)

Have you ever found a control or protection issue that only appeared once communication behavior was added to the test setup?