Summary of UNLEASH A WORLD OF SMART POSSIBILITIES WITH IWAVE AND CRANK
iWave Systems has partnered with Crank Software to enhance graphics capabilities on its i.MX 8 series System on Modules (SOMs) and Single Board Computers (SBCs). This collaboration leverages NXP processors and Vivante GPUs to deliver high-performance, pixel-perfect 3D acceleration for applications in automotive, medical, and industrial sectors. The integration supports various operating systems and enables rapid GUI development without coding.
Parts used in the iWave i.MX 8 Series Project:
- NXP i.MX 8 application processors
- i.MX 8 Quad Max SMARC SOM
- i.MX 8 Quad Plus SMARC SBC
- i.MX 8M Quad/Dual/Quad lite SMARC SOM
- i.MX 8M Mini Quad/Dual/Solo SODIMM SOM
- Dual Vivante GC7000SXVX GPU
- Crank Software GUI platform
- NXP MCUXpresso SDK
iWave Systems, a global leader in embedded system and cutting edge solutions, has partnered with Crank Software Inc., to support vibrant and rich graphics representation on the powerful i.MX 8 series System on Modules and SBC boards.
Powered by the NXP i.MX8 application processors, the SOM and SBC are optimized for sophisticated real-time computing in embedded applications, and the Crank Software perfectly complements the high performing modules with out of the box GUI experience, enabling consumers to interact with our platform seamlessly.
Here is an overview of iWave’s broad portfolio of i.MX8 Products:
- MX8 Quad Max and Quad Plus SMARC SOM
- MX8 Quad Max and Quad Plus SMARC SBC
- MX8M Quad/Dual/Quad lite SMARC SOM
- MX8M Mini Quad/Dual/Solo SODIMM SOM
Native to the i.MX 8QuadMax/QuadPlus SOM is an integrated high-performance Dual Vivante GC7000SXVX GPU and 4K H.265 capable VPU the Crank applications leverage to offer pixel-perfect 3D graphical acceleration on up to 4 x HD or one 4K display.
Crank has the following key features that make it well applicable for i.MX platforms:
- Accessible directly within NXP MCUXpresso SDK
- Wide support from FreeRTOS to QNX to Linux to Android OS
- Built to leverage board features that drive performance
- Consistent performance and reliability with both high- and low-power processors.
- Media-rich user interface development – Graphics, Audio, Connectivity
- Design, debug, deploy GUI without the need for programming
- Import and re-upload files from Photoshop
- Integrated animation & validation tools
- Adaptable to technology stack changes (hardware & software & OS)
iWave is committed to delivering high-quality solutions that will help our customers build products much quicker and with ease. The iWave i.MX 8 series SOM offers the ability to advance performance in integrated eCockpits, multi-camera, and multi-domain systems across industrial medical, automotive, and IIoT verticals. To fully enable advanced applications in customer products, collaboration with trusted partners such as Crank was integral to our go-to-market strategy, says Abdullah Khan, President, iWave Systems Technologies, India.
iWave systems and Crank Software collaboration will facilitate efficiency in design cycles, cost, and time to market for many customers who want to use the i.MX8 series processors. Our partnership with Crank Software will enable diverse graphical performance in various i.MX SOM/SBC products and also in various iWave HMI solutions.
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- How does Crank Software complement iWave modules?
Crank Software provides an out-of-the-box GUI experience that complements the high-performing modules, enabling seamless consumer interaction. - What graphical performance can be achieved with these products?
The system offers pixel-perfect 3D graphical acceleration on up to four HD displays or one 4K display. - Which operating systems are supported by Crank on iWave platforms?
Crank supports a wide range of operating systems including FreeRTOS, QNX, Linux, and Android. - Can users design and deploy GUIs without programming skills?
Yes, users can design, debug, and deploy GUIs without the need for programming using integrated tools. - Does the solution support importing files from design software?
Users can import and re-upload files directly from Photoshop into the development environment. - What industries can benefit from this collaboration?
This technology advances performance in integrated eCockpits and multi-camera systems across industrial, medical, automotive, and IIoT verticals. - How does this partnership affect time to market?
The collaboration facilitates efficiency in design cycles, reduces costs, and shortens time to market for customers.
