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"SimA" is a solution that accelerates simulations and AI development utilizing supercomputers/HPC. By leveraging ultra-high-spec physical supercomputers/HPC in the cloud, it becomes possible to achieve several times to several tens of times faster processing, thereby shortening development time and creating time to generate new value. - Time-consuming calculations and simulations using MATLAB/Simulink - Time-consuming simulations using CAE tools - Time-consuming calculations and AI training with Python, hindering development progress - Time-consuming logic synthesis and implementation for FPGAs, hindering development progress - And more In various situations, we can also support parallelization, optimization, and software development to further accelerate computations on supercomputers/HPC. Additionally, we will adjust the supercomputer configuration according to your tools, development content, software architecture, and budget. Please feel free to consult with us first.

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"SimF" is a predictive maintenance system that allows you to check measured vibration data via a web browser. By installing vibration sensors on the equipment to be maintained, monitoring is possible. AI predicts failure dates based on vibration data and maintenance records, and the accuracy improves with each overlap. By measuring the vibration data of factory equipment, it enables visualization of equipment conditions and prediction of failure timing, helping to prevent troubles in advance and contributing to improved factory productivity. 【Features】 ■ AI predicts failure dates and notifies before failures occur ■ Can be implemented at low cost ■ Can be operated immediately by simply attaching to the equipment ■ No impact on internal IT infrastructure via encrypted mobile lines and cloud systems *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

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The introduction of model-based development using MATLAB/Simulink enables early detection of issues by conducting verification from the upstream process, thereby eliminating waste caused by rework and leading to reductions in development man-hours and costs. For example, there are specific cases such as the following: ★Simulink block development for Zynq-7000 - Achieved the development of control applications for the programmable SoC Zynq-7000 without developing device drivers! - Control and measurement of actual I/O devices can be performed with one click from the model. The know-how cultivated through 10 years of development experience is widely adopted in the manufacturing industry, including the embedded and automotive sectors. *Exclusive for Ipros users! We are currently offering a free collection of development case studies! Please take this opportunity to download it. 【Features】 ■ Efficiently reduce the costs of prototyping and testing! Significantly shorten development time! ■ Simulate various situations that are difficult to replicate in real machines! ■ Construct accurate programs that reduce human errors through automatic generation! *For more details, please contact us or download the catalog to view.

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[ Solving CPU Load and Jitter Issues in EtherCAT MASTER Communication ] To allow more users to use it flexibly, we have developed an IP for SoC FPGA. The communication engine using FPGA hardware achieves high-speed communication intervals and stable communication cycles, reducing software load. <Features> ● Automatic packet generation function ● Process communication (fixed cycle communication) function: from 62.5μs ● Automatic retransmission function

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【Features】 ■ Customizable scripts for generating C code with MATLAB Coder ■ Establishment of a MATLAB Coder environment for generating C code from MATLAB scripts ■ Creation of an environment that allows repeated C code generation even after updating MATLAB scripts ■ Capability to convert the generated C code into library formats such as dII ■ Ability to create an environment for comparing and verifying MATLAB scripts and the generated C code within MATLAB ■ Support for embedding the generated C code into target boards for operational verification.

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【Features】 <Custom Block Creation> ■ Customizable DSP control software simply by setting up custom blocks on MATLAB/Simulink ■ I2C communication protocol is supported by Embedded Coder, accommodating the communication content of the upper layer ■ Added functionality to specify slave addresses to accommodate the increase in the number of acceleration sensors <I2C Communication Jig Creation> ■ Achieved long-distance (10m) I2C communication

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【Features】 We have built an RCP environment by integrating our unique fan controller system with model-based design tools. ■ We can construct RCP environments for various products according to your needs, including battery charging control, motor control, etc. ■ We can also accommodate evaluation platforms that are not standardly supported by MATLAB/Simulink. ■ Development is possible with model control for third-party IP cores and custom-developed FPGAs. ■ We provide a one-stop solution for RCP environments, target platforms, and infrastructure development. ■ It is also possible to build on a custom platform using Altera SoC.

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Introducing model-based development utilizing NDR's know-how achieves efficient simulation development. The expertise cultivated over 10 years of development experience is widely adopted in the manufacturing industry, including the embedded and automotive sectors. 1) At the design stage, the validity of specifications can be confirmed; 2) at the development stage, the validity of coding can be verified; 3) at the testing stage, the validity of actual machine operation can be checked. Model-based development allows for accurate verification at each stage, reducing the enormous effort and time involved, and delivering the best results for various developments. *Exclusive for Ipros users! We are currently offering a free collection of development case studies! Download it during this opportunity. 【Features】 ■ Efficiently reduce the costs of prototyping and testing! Significantly shorten development time! ■ Simulate various situations that are difficult to test on actual machines! ■ Build accurate programs that reduce human errors through automatic generation!

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**Features** - EtherCAT Master Stack: Porting of the EtherCAT Master Stack - Integration of the EtherCAT Master Stack into the Ethernet driver, achieving native functionality **Business Introduction** Our expertise cultivated through infrastructure development and industrial equipment is the key to our high-quality development capabilities. We have extensive experience in OS porting and the development of various OS device drivers, and we respond to customer demands with solid technical skills. We build an EtherCAT Master Stack environment using open source, adapting it to Linux with real-time support through Xenomai patches. **Development Achievements** - OS: Linux, VxWorks, ITRON, Solaris, Windows, No OS - Categories: Porting, Device Driver Development, Firmware Development, Control System Application Development - Communication: Device interlinking, Serial, USB, IEEE1394, Ethernet - Applications: Data collection, Device monitoring, Image storage, Shipping inspection

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NDR provides high-quality products to meet customer demands in fields that require advanced technical skills, particularly by receiving development orders from infrastructure-related manufacturers within industrial equipment and systems. Our EtherCAT master device, built with ALTERA SoC, allows for real-time adaptation of the Xenomai patch to Linux. 【Features】 ■ EtherCAT Master Stack: Porting of the EtherCAT master stack ■ Ethernet Driver: Integration of the EtherCAT master stack into the Ethernet driver, achieving native functionality ◎ Additionally, NDR has extensive experience in OS porting and driver development. ＜Development Achievements＞ ● Supported OS: Linux, VxWorks, ITRON ● Supported CPUs: PowerPC series, SH4 series, 6800 series, etc.

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The introduction of model-based development using MATLAB/Simulink allows for early detection of issues by conducting verification from the upstream process, reducing waste caused by rework, and leading to a reduction in development man-hours and costs. For example, as a specific case, the development of a control application for the programmable SoC Zynq-7000 has been realized without developing a device driver! Control and measurement of actual I/O devices can be achieved with one click from the model. The know-how cultivated through 10 years of development experience is widely adopted in the manufacturing industry, including the embedded and automotive sectors. *Limited to Ipros users! We are currently offering a free collection of development case studies! Download it during this opportunity. 【Features】 ■ Efficiently reduce the costs of prototyping and testing! Significantly shorten development time! ■ Simulate various situations that are difficult to test on actual devices! ■ Automatically generate accurate programs to reduce human errors! *For more details, please contact us or download the catalog to view.

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Execution of various data collection and configuration of various settings from the upper computer is possible. Equipped with an update function. 【Features】 ● msp430 microcontroller programming ● SPI communication

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The introduction of model-based development enables early detection of problems by conducting verification from the upstream process, eliminating waste caused by rework, and leading to cost reduction. Our company leverages 30 years of development experience and expertise to support the development of environments such as MILS, SILS, RP, and HILS using MATLAB/Simulink in simulation development, providing proposals and support that consider not only individual areas but the entire process for our customers. We have been widely adopted in various manufacturing industries, including the embedded and automotive sectors! ■ We are currently offering a free collection of case studies on simulation development! 【Features】 ■ Efficiently reduce prototyping and experimental costs! Significantly shorten development time! ■ Simulate and consider various situations that are difficult to replicate in reality! ■ Automatically generate accurate programs to reduce human errors! *For more details, please contact us or download the catalog to view.

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The introduction of model-based development enables early detection of issues by conducting verification from the upstream process, eliminating waste caused by rework, and leading to cost reduction. Our company, with 30 years of development experience, utilizes the know-how cultivated over the years to support the development of environments such as MILS, SILS, RP, and HILS using MATLAB/Simulink in simulation development, providing proposals and support that consider not only individual areas but the entire process to meet our customers' needs. We have been widely adopted in the manufacturing industry, including the embedded and automotive sectors! ■ Currently, we are offering a free collection of case studies on simulation development. 【Features】 ■ Efficiently reduce prototyping and experimental costs! Significantly shorten development time! ■ Simulate and examine various situations that are difficult to replicate in reality! ■ Automatically generate accurate programs to reduce human errors! *For more details, please contact us or download the catalog to view.

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It is possible to control and measure the actual I/O devices with a single click from the model, and the use of blocks for multiple IP cores of the same type is also possible. Additionally, various settings for the I/O devices can be configured through block parameters, and normal simulations can be executed with the same model (without removing blocks). The block processing time can be achieved in as little as 1 microsecond or less. *For more details, please contact us or download the catalog to view it.

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【Features】 <Control MATLAB/Simulink from External Sources> ■ We can build a connection environment between your application and MATLAB/Simulink, providing functionalities such as: - Loading and saving models - Starting and stopping simulations - Retrieving and customizing model information, etc. ■ Custom blocks can be created to integrate with external applications. <Integration with Simulink Simulations> ■ We can establish an environment to connect Simulink models with existing software. ■ Custom blocks can be developed to share data between Simulink models and existing software. *For more details, please contact us or download and view the catalog.

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【Features】 ■ It is possible to convert the hardware components into software, improving the accuracy of simulations. ■ By also converting the IO board components on the plant side into software, further improvements in accuracy can be achieved.

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Achievements in OS Porting (BSP Development) We will develop the Board Support Package (BSP) that connects the CPU board and the OS. The BSP is a collection of libraries that provide the necessary hardware initialization and access for the OS to operate, and it is written in both assembly and C language as needed. We will prepare the following libraries necessary for the operation of these OS. Our company has a wealth of development experience cultivated over history. *Free development case collection available exclusively for inquiries from Ipros! 【Three Key Points】 ■ Software Development Know-How → Ensures robust control of equipment even in emergencies. ■ Longevity Know-How → Achieves longevity without large-scale updates to existing equipment or systems. ■ Hardware Technology Know-How → Significant efficiency improvements through collaboration with the in-house hardware department. *For more details, please contact us or download the catalog to view.

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The quality and track record of our control system embedded development, cultivated through industrial equipment and infrastructure, is a testament to our reliability. Our company has a proven track record in developing device drivers for various operating systems. We are engaged in technologies that support infrastructure equipment and industrial machinery, including development using ● VxWorks, ● Linux, ● Solaris, ● ITORON, ● Windows, and virtual environments. *We are offering a free collection of development case studies exclusively for inquiries from Ipros! 【Three Key Points】 ■ Software Development Know-How → Ensuring robust control even in emergencies. ■ Longevity Know-How → Achieving longevity without large-scale updates to existing equipment or systems. ■ Hardware Technology Know-How → Significant efficiency improvements through collaboration with our in-house hardware department. *For more details, please contact us or download our catalog to view.

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**Features** <Development of drivers, firmware, and FPGA for embedded systems> ■ Creation of driver software for I/O boards ■ Development of firmware or FPGA on I/O boards <Running Simulink models in HILS/RCP environment> ■ Customizable Simulink code generation environment (Simulink Coder/Embedded Coder) to fit customer systems ■ Ability to build custom blocks to control I/O on the simulator This enables the construction of intuitive models.

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It is possible to control and measure the actual I/O devices with a single click from the model, and the use of blocks is also possible for multiple IP cores of the same type. Additionally, various settings for the I/O devices can be configured using block parameters, and normal simulations can be executed with the same model (without removing blocks). The block processing time can be achieved in as little as 1 microsecond or less.

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It is possible to incorporate a mechanism for connecting Simulink with external components (such as GUI and modules) into custom tools, allowing for the integration of functions related to analysis, automatic generation, and editing of Simulink models. By classifying and packaging the often complex M scripts, it can be restructured into a more reusable configuration.

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With over 15 years of offshore development experience with Japanese companies and full support in collaboration with Japanese parent companies, NDR's global development services work in conjunction with our overseas subsidiaries to support your company's overseas expansion by providing dedicated floors and development teams. Your engineers can be stationed as project managers, allowing for direct instructions using engineers and development environments, enabling development at low costs as if it were done in-house. 【Features】 ■ A development team capable of supporting both English and Japanese can be established at low cost in overseas locations! ■ Our Indian base is a subsidiary of a Japanese corporation with over 15 years of experience working with Japanese companies! ■ Full support for managing indirect operations such as environment, human resources, finance, and legal affairs!

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The introduction of model-based development enables early detection of issues by conducting verification from the upstream process, eliminating waste caused by rework, and leading to cost reduction. Our company leverages 30 years of development experience to provide support for building environments such as MILS, SILS, RP, and HILS using MATLAB/Simulink in simulation development, responding to our customers with proposals and support that consider not only individual areas but the entire process. We have been widely adopted in the manufacturing industry, including the embedded and automotive sectors! ■ We are currently offering a free collection of case studies on simulation development! 【Features】 ■ Efficiently reduce prototyping and experimental costs! Significantly shorten development time! ■ Simulate various situations that are difficult to test in reality! ■ Automatically generate accurate programs to reduce human errors! *For more details, please contact us or download the catalog to view.

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NDR's global development services collaborate with our overseas subsidiaries to support your company's international expansion by providing dedicated floors and development teams. Your engineers can be stationed as project managers, allowing them to give direct instructions using engineers and development environments, enabling cost-effective development as if it were done in-house. 【Features】 ■ A development team capable of supporting both English and Japanese can be established at overseas locations at low cost! ■ Our Indian base is a subsidiary of our Japanese corporation, with over 15 years of experience working with Japanese companies! ■ Full support for managing indirect operations such as environment, human resources, finance, and legal affairs! *For more details, please contact us or download the catalog to view.

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This is a tool that collects process data from measurement and control systems with an OPC interface, visualizes the collected data in graphs (real-time trends), or accumulates the collected data in a database and visualizes the long-term accumulated data in graphs (long-term trends). 【Features】 ● Supports OPC, the industry-standard process data interface ● Integrates and accumulates process data collected from multiple systems (uses Cogent's OPC DataHub 7.0 for data collection) ● Capable of displaying both real-time trends and long-term trends on a single graph

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In the LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) that manages the analysis and testing of pharmaceuticals and other substances, we extract, accumulate, and integrate analysis result data from various analytical instruments, and perform data processing such as analytical calculations, pass/fail judgments, and report generation. 【Features】 ● By defining the output formats of various analytical instruments, calculations between analysis result data can be performed using pre-established formulas. ● Pass/fail judgments of analysis results can be made using pre-defined condition formulas. ● Users can create formats for daily reports and various types of reports. ● Multilingual support. ● Compliance with Part 11.

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This is an Excel add-in that expands data accumulated from the SCADA (Instrumentation Control) system into an Oracle database onto a worksheet, allowing for report creation, trend graph display, and log display. 【Features】 ● Developed solely with Excel VBA, providing optimal integration with Excel operations. ● No special tools are required, so installation work is unnecessary.

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This is a system that displays the vehicle's location on a map screen based on the GPS location information from the vehicle. 【Features】 ● The vehicle's position and direction of travel are recorded in a database and displayed on the map screen. ● By linking with the address database, it is possible to display the municipality name of the vehicle's location. ● In addition to vehicle location information, it is also possible to collect switch status, voltage information, and more. ● In cases where signals cannot be received, such as in tunnels, data is buffered and sent all at once as soon as communication is restored, ensuring no data loss. ● Since commercially available map data is used, it is possible to select the type and amount of information according to the purpose.

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At NDR, we developed a basic system for file transfer via NGN by installing it in an environment that utilizes a bandwidth-guaranteed data communication service, allowing color documents to be sent and received from business multifunction devices connected on the same network (LAN) and electronic files to be sent and received from computers. 【Features】 ● Push-type, real-time, bandwidth guarantee ● High resolution, capable of sending and receiving via color fax ● Can send and receive documents in collaboration with multifunction devices ● Capable of sending and receiving not only image documents but also general files from computers

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At NDR, we developed a POS terminal based on a Linux system. 【Features】 ● We are developing the platform with custom product boards. The development was carried out across the entire platform. ● We are developing the platform on a variety of architectures (ARM). ● We are conducting evaluations related to FPU.

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We developed a new multifunction printer platform based on a Linux system. 【Features】 ● The platform was developed using the latest hardware (at the time). ● We conducted the development of the entire platform. ● The platform was developed for a wide variety of architectures (such as MIPS, PowerPC, etc.).

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In the multifunction machine system, the conventional VxWorks system software has been ported to a prototype version of Linux system software. 【Features】 ● Reused the existing device drivers for VxWorks ● Used the V2linux library to achieve minimal application changes ● Reused the existing UI for VxWorks

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This is a video distribution system using an embedded board equipped with PowerPC and DSP. It will be realized through various developments, including porting Linux/U-Boot, creating various device drivers, and developing PDI (Production Inspection) application programs. 【Features】 ● Changes to the installed software allow for modifications to the streaming server/client.

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The color unevenness correction function for LCDs has been realized with a single-chip FPGA. The correction data is stored in external RAM. 【Features】 ● Brightness correction is performed using three parameters: X (horizontal position), Y (vertical position), and Z (luminance). ● The correction output is processed in a pipeline without buffering the data.

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We have developed a customer-specific DDS (Direct Digital Synthesizer) that generates sine waves of arbitrary frequencies using FPGA. 【Features】 ● Synthesizes 16 types of sine waves per output ● Capable of superimposing pseudo-random noise onto the output waveform ● Achieved with low capacity through: 　・ Pipeline structure 　・ Generating Sinθ values using linear interpolation (to reduce ROM size)

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Our company develops a variety of one-chip microcontroller boards, including TI's MSP430, MicroChip's PIC, and Renesas Electronics' H8. 【Features】 ● This is a current loop sensor board using the MSP430. ● It monitors the sensor and transmits data to the measuring instrument side via the current loop. ● It is equipped with monitoring/operating functions such as LCD and switches on the sensor side, and operates solely on the power from the current loop without requiring an additional power supply. * The above example is for a sensor, but it also has data logger functionality.

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This is a USB driver for connecting custom-developed USB target devices to Windows. 【Features】 ● Supports USB bulk transfer ● Compatible with USB standard plug and play

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NDR has developed a proton beam irradiation system power control and monitoring system. All hardware and software have been developed in-house. 【Features】 ● The irradiation system control utilizes a real-time OS (VxWorks) to achieve high-speed control. ● The irradiation system monitor uses Linux to create a license-free environment. ● The irradiation system monitor allows application development without the need for special tools. ● The irradiation system monitor was developed as an alternative to existing PLC devices (special communication protocols) and can communicate using the common TCP/IP protocol by utilizing Linux.

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We implemented a floating-point FIR calculation circuit on an FPGA and accelerated the algorithm from existing C source code. This unit has been adopted as an IP in customer-designed FPGAs. 【Features】 ● Equipped with a floating-point arithmetic unit compliant with IEEE 754 32-bit ● Has a specially customized pipeline structure that allows for high-speed execution of conventional C language arithmetic expressions ● Optimized the structure to operate with small capacity and low-speed CLK while ensuring completion within the specified time

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Floppy disk drives (FDD) used in harsh environments such as high humidity and dust are prone to frequent media and drive damage. By implementing FD in memory, safe maintenance measures can be achieved. 【Features】 ● Can be directly connected to the floppy disk drive interface (34pin) of PC98 or DOS/V machines ● Can be mounted in a 3.5-inch FDD bay ● Usable in both 1.44MB DOS/V and 1.2MB PC98 modes

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We have developed a DVI-D interface card for large projectors. In addition to this case, we are developing various image interface boards, such as LCD inspection devices for projectors. 【Features】 ● Supports DVI-D DualLink and can receive a maximum resolution of QXGA, equipped with color correction functionality. ● Automatically recognizes the resolution and enlarges it to the input method specified by the projector.

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This system is a WiFi image transmission and reception system designed for situations where it is not desired or possible to run cables between the camera and the monitor. 【Features】 ● Displays images within 2 frames to ensure real-time performance for monitors located away from the camera. ● Generates and analyzes WiFi packets using hardware. ● No wiring is required between the camera and the monitor for image transfer via WiFi. ● Images are compressed and decompressed in JPEG format to reduce the amount of data transferred.

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What is important in system development is how thoroughly error handling has been validated. Especially in systems that control HDDs, such as RAID devices, data loss can lead to serious incidents. Commercially available HDDs are, of course, normal products and do not fall into abnormal states, so most error handling validation must be conducted through logical simulation. This product is a system that enables actual verification using real targets of HDD-equipped systems. 【Features】 ● Users can freely generate any error at any timing they choose. ● In addition to generating normal errors at normal timings, abnormal errors can also be generated at abnormal timings (errors that typically occur only after data communication can be generated even before data communication).

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We provide optimal and high-quality development through collaborative design between the hardware team for FPGA development and the software team for OS porting/drivers development such as LINUX/VXWORKS. Additionally, by replacing discontinued devices with FPGA development, we achieve cost reduction. For long-term maintenance management of industrial equipment, trust NDR for high-quality FPGA development. 【Features】 ● We develop compact and high-functionality products using ARM-integrated SoC FPGAs. ● We replace production devices with FPGAs in three stages. ● High-quality development through FPGAs achieves cost reduction.

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