Real-Time Performance
Ensures mission-critical reliability for autonomous operations
Mixed-Criticality Support
Partitioned architecture for Safety-critical and non-critical systems
Multi-Core Optimization
Advanced hardware capabilities compliant with AMC 20-193
Power Management
Efficient CPU and memory management as well as reduction of size and weight
Pre-Certified Solutions
Accelerate compliance with DO-178C and Common Criteria EAL 5+
Cybersecurity Assurance
Protected against advanced threats with robust, certifiable Security mechanisms
Autonomy
eVTOLs demand sophisticated software architectures to manage decision-making across various time scales and criticality levels:
- Milliseconds: Flight control systems for real-time stability
- Seconds to Hours: Mission planning and collision avoidance
- Mixed Criticality: High-assurance partitioning ensures Safety-critical systems remain isolated from non-critical systems
Safety & Security
Compliance with stringent certification standards such as DO-178C and ARP4761 is non-negotiable:
- Safety Analysis: Fault tolerance and mixed-criticality systems require advanced Safety assurance
- Cybersecurity: As connected platforms, eVTOLs need robust protection against cyber threats
However, the means to apply certification standards created for “traditional” aircraft to eVTOL are being decided as the vehicles are being developed.
Electrification
Energy efficiency and weight constraints are critical for eVTOLs:
- Propulsion: Electric, series-hybrid, and parallel-hybrid architectures require advanced software for battery management and energy optimization
- Hardware Consolidation: Multicore processing and partitioning reduce the size, weight, and power (SWaP) requirements of Avionics systems
Time-to-Market
The competitive eVTOL market necessitates rapid development cycles:
- Model-based Engineering: Tools like SCADE Suite enable faster prototyping and certification
- Integration: Ensuring seamless operation across diverse hardware and software ecosystems
Advanced Avionics Technology Integration
SYSGO leverages its expertise in embedded systems to provide eVTOL manufacturers with high-assurance software solutions based on our PikeOS real-time operating system (RTOS) and hypervisor. PikeOS is certified to the most rigorous Safety (DO-178C up to DAL A) and Security (Common Criteria EAL 5+) standards.
Mixed-criticality Systems
PikeOS employs a Multiple Independent Levels of Security (MILS) architecture to support mixed-criticality environments. This allows Safety-critical and non-critical applications to coexist on the same hardware platform while maintaining strict isolation through resource partitioning and time partitioning. It also allows more flexibility in a software certification strategy being negotiated in real-time with the certification authorities.
Partitioning for Safety & Security
PikeOS enables robust separation of critical and non-critical functions, ensuring fault containment and supporting mixed-criticality systems
Certifiable to DO-178C DAL A
PikeOS has a proven track record of enabling compliance with DO-178C DAL A (Design Assurance Level), the highest level of software Safety certification
Real-Time Performance
With deterministic response times, PikeOS ensures reliable operation for Safety-critical applications like flight control systems
Cybersecurity-first Approach
Integrated Security mechanisms protect against cyber threats, ensuring safe and secure eVTOL operations
Board Support Packages (BSPs)
For specific hardware platforms such as x86, ARM, SPARC/LEON and RISC-V
Pre-validated Configurations
Streamlines integration and certification
Hardware Integration
PikeOS is optimized for leading multi-core processors, enabling efficient operation of eVTOL Avionics
Toolchain Support
Collaboration with tool providers simplifies certification workflows, reducing time-to-market
Connectivity & Communication
Integration with leading datalink and networking providers ensures reliable vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) and vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication for safe and efficient eVTOL operations
Open Standards
Support for open standards like ARINC 653 ensures interoperability across systems
The Future of eVTOL Technology with SYSGO
eVTOLs promise a transformative leap in urban mobility, but achieving this vision requires overcoming complex Safety, Security, and regulatory challenges. With SYSGO's PikeOS, manufacturers gain access to a proven platform designed to meet the industry's most demanding requirements.
Additionally, SYSGO’s collaboration with industry leaders ensures that every aspect of eVTOL development, from hardware integration to mission-critical software, is optimized for success.
Enhanced Safety
Achieve the highest Safety certifications (e.g., DO-178C DAL A) with pre-certified software components, reducing risk and development time.
Cybersecurity Compliance
Protect against cyber threats with PikeOS’s Common Criteria EAL 5+ certified Security mechanisms.
Mixed Criticality Support
Consolidate Safety-critical and non-critical applications on a single hardware platform while maintaining strict isolation.
Hardware Flexibility
PikeOS supports a wide range of multi-core processors and architectures, enabling scalability and adaptability.
Energy Efficiency
Optimize Avionics software for all-electric and hybrid propulsion systems, reducing power consumption and increasing range.
Accelerated Time-to-Market
Model-based engineering tools like SCADE and seamless PikeOS integration cut development cycles in half.
Streamlined Certification
Leverage SYSGO’s pre-certified software components and expertise to navigate complex regulatory requirements efficiently.
Scalable Architecture
Adapt to evolving requirements with modular software and hardware solutions.