Chameleon update to support ATLAS to ANSI C code conversion

Transforms Legacy Software to modern Programming Environments

Advint's Chameleon code transformer is being updated to support ATLAS to ANSI C software translations. Chameleon preserves existing software investment via code transformation to modern programming environments. The tool employs XML based language models for legacy and target programming dialects that are created via parsing of existing source code. Transformation models are developed to define the inter-relationship between old and new languages upon which the code conversion is based.

Advint's latest conversion will transform ATLAS source code to ANSI C compatible with National Instruments LabWindows/CVI™. The conversion is based upon XML models developed for the legacy ATLAS code and translation to the ANSI C programming language. ANSI C based test programs can be executed on most any modern testers including the Air Force VDATS automatic test system. Translation models were developed to define the inter-relationship between old and new languages and tester peculiarities upon which the code conversion was based. After conversion the new code is compiled, and executed in a simulation environment to verify proper operation.

Chameleon facilitates quick and cost effective TPS re-host. It provides multi-dialect code conversion with a single tool. Chameleon also ensures traceability between legacy and new target code. The tool's open architecture approach allows update and customization by the end user as needs arise. It also increases the conversion quality via systematic defined transformation process. Formatted output can be generated in customer specific formats to facilitate readability/maintainability in accordance with style guide requirements. In addition, Chameleon can also generate TPS metrics reports and standard documentation (e.g., ATE Asset Utilization report, Test Requirements Document (TRD), etc.)

About Advint

Advint is a leading system integrator of automated test systems located in Columbus, OH. The company is an NI Alliance Member, a member of the Teradyne Support Network, and part of the Huntron Integration Service Network. Advint provides hardware/software development and systems integration services in support of the test & measurement, and industrial automation industries.