10.2 How to get from MBSE to virtual product testing

: Model-based system engineering (MBSE) is an important and useful approach to support very large system development. Especially within the defence aerospace industry. However, testing of system models is often performed only on a very static and abstract level. Its use often ends after a conceptual phase. Then the system models become detached from the real product. The early and continuous verification and validation of the product against the MSBE models is a very important element to reduce program risks. The “Virtual Engineering” approach is our answer to enable testing of a virtual product as early as possible. A challenge is the relation to the MBSE world. This paper outlines the recent experiences and the taken approach to couple the MBSE world with virtual testing. In fact, the environment is still in the setup phase were a special focus is put into this paper.