SMTmax ASIC Simulator V-3.0

Introduction This project, developed using Python and the Tkinter library, simulates the ASIC testing process, utilizing GPIO pins on Raspberry Pi and connected hardware components. The software part of this project enables users to select PCBs and view test results through a user-friendly GUI, while the hardware part consists of connected components as visualized in the included Fritzing project file "Tester Project.fzz".

Prerequisites

• Python 3.x
• Tkinter

Installation

1. Install Python and pip if not already installed.
2. Install the necessary Python libraries:

pip install -r requirements.txt

Usage

1. Run the main Python script:

python main.py

2. The GUI will display allowing users to select PCBs and initiate tests.
3. The results of the tests will be displayed on the GUI.
4. Users can view the hardware connections and setup by opening the "Tester Project.fzz" file using the Fritzing application.

Features

• GUI Interface: Enables users to interact with the system and view test results.
• Hardware Interaction: Communicates with hardware components through GPIO pins to conduct tests.
• Test Modes: Supports various test modes including All Passed, All Failed, Retest All, Recover All, and Randomize.
• Stop Button: Allows the user to stop the current test sequence.
• Save Log: Enables the user to save the test results to a file.

Key Functions

• signal_start(): Initiates the testing process based on selected PCBs.
• automate_handshake(): Automates the testing process and displays the results.
• run_manual_test(): Conducts tests in various modes and displays the results.
• stop_test(): Stops the current test sequence.
• save_log(): Saves the test results to a file.

Troubleshooting In case of any issues or anomalies during the testing process, refer to the console logs and the output displayed in the GUI for error messages and results.

Conclusion This project provides an integrated approach to simulate ASIC testing, combining software logic with hardware components to emulate real-world scenarios.

License This project is open source and available to everyone for modifications and improvements.