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PRODUCT ENGINEERING SERVICES Commercial Software | Embedded Services
Embedded Services - Breadth of Expertise
For the last several years, the Embedded Systems group at Sonata has been delivering a wide variety of end-to-end services, including design, development, testing and QA, for embedded and real-time systems to product companies around the world. With proven expertise across multiple domains such as Infotainment, Office Automation, Mobility and Equipment Controls, Sonata has established itself as one of the front-runners in the area of Embedded Services.
Our multi-skilled engineers have expertise across a wide range of technologies, which when coupled with our tightly controlled processes and delivery model, add value to the engineering efforts of our clients. Leveraging standards-based components and investments in dedicated test lab infrastructure, we offer innovative, flexible and cost-effective Embedded Services and solutions.
Services Portfolio
Sonata's Embedded Services group offers an array of services and solutions for embedded systems, such as:
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Firmware development
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Protocol handler and stack implementation
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Development of tools and utilities, soft emulators, system simulators and configurators
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Applications for mobile and hand-held devices
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Security solutions using biometrics and smart cards
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Verification and validation services -- test automation, device testing and compatibility testing
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Product maintenance
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Technology Expertise
Specialized Services
Firmware Development
Sonata's Embedded Systems group offers core-logic development services for controllers used in a large number of processes like injection molding and manufacturing of semiconductors, vacuum pumps, drive unit controllers for high pressure pumps, valves and switchgear, and controllers for home appliances like washing machines.
These controllers are designed for a wide range of platforms, using different tools and technologies such as:
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PCI, PC104, VME, Multibus and other backplane systems
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0x51, 80x86, 68000, PowerPC and other micros
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VxWorks, pSOS, AMX, µITRON, Real-Time Linux (RTLinux) as well as custom RTOS
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Integrated and distributed Input/Output (binary, slow analog and fast analog)
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Ethernet, RS422/423, RS485, CAN, PROFIBUS, LON and other communication buses
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Wide variety of MMI / HMI / SCADA software
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Fault-tolerant and high-availability systems
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Standard PLC / PC systems from ABB, Siemens, MAX, Hitachi, Toshiba, etc.
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Firmware and Protocol Implementation
Sonata has considerable knowledge of the networking and telecom domains -- a consequence of its experience of working in these areas. We have extensively developed software for data networks based on IP and worked on access devices, switches and routers. We also develop protocol stacks in the areas of LAN, WAN, ATM, telecommunications and signaling, and for embedded applications on specific platforms.
Device Driver Development
We offer development services for a wide range of device drivers based on multiple platforms such as Unix, Linux/Lineo, Windows, VxWorks and pSOS, on specific chips. We also develop drivers for interfaces and devices like USB, Firewire, Bluetooth, IEEE802.XX, printer drivers, Audio/MIDI, etc.
Diagnostics, Tools and Utilities
We have a deep competency in developing on-board/remote diagnostics (CAN and KWP2000) for the automotive market as well as Web-based diagnostic tools for process control systems, which has won us significant customers from across the world.
UI/MMI Development
We design as well as develop alternative user interfaces like hands-free, telematics, speech recognition-based command and control, and Web-interface for the automotive, consumer durables and entertainment sectors.
Mobile / Hand-Held Devices
We have expertise in writing applications for mobile and hand-held devices, and creating value-added solutions in the areas of GSM, CDMA, GPRS, IEEE 802.11-based systems, 3G and Bluetooth.
Network Management
Network Management Systems (NMS) have been an integral part of many system-development projects over the years. Sonata has developed NMS for both cabled and wireless networks that include the GUI application as well as the embedded support required for network management. We have also handled various network management functionalities like configuration management, fault management, network monitoring, etc., successfully.
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