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The GL Studio HMI development tool launches in the brand-new Xilinx Kria K26 SOM Portfolio.

Today, the DiSTI Corporation announced that its GL Studio HMI software development tool would be a featured technology on the new Xilinx Kria K26 SOM (System-on-module). The teams at Xilinx and DiSTI, looking to capitalize on the rapid evolution of visualized data, can now render captivating 2D and 3D graphics utilizing the Xilinx Kria SOM and GL Studio.

DiSTI has pre-integrated its GL Studio HMI development tool for the new Xilinx Kria SOM platform based on the original work from the Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC (multiprocessor system on a chip). With GL Studio’s extensive experience within Healthcare, Industrial, Rail, and Automotive Infotainment and clusters, this technology will provide users with a reliable User Interface (UI) development tool with success in safety-critical and standard embedded applications and the leading embedded processing solution.

“Xilinx is pleased to have DiSTI provide a 3D visualization and HMI solution in the form of a Kria Accelerated App in the Xilinx App Store,” said Chetan Khona, Director, Industrial, Vision, Healthcare & Sciences at Xilinx. “Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC is already the industry’s most scalable Industrial and Healthcare IoT embedded platform, and this Kria K26-based solution simplifies operator panels, patient monitors, or any application that incorporates a display.”

“DiSTI is honored to be selected as an HMI provider for the new Xilinx Kria platform,” said Christopher Giordano, VP of UX/UI Technology at DiSTI. “We have been working closely with Xilinx for several years and are very excited to be part of such a high-profile platform release.”

DiSTI’s GL Studio integrated development framework future-proofs UI development with tier-one suppliers and software subcontractors. The flexibility of GL Studio, along with its professional service support, accelerates manufacturers’ time-to-market. For more details, please contact Sales@Disti.com.

Hyundai Mobis adopts DiSTI’s User Interface software, GL Studio to develop the redesigned Head-Up Displays for Hyundai KIA motor vehicles.

The DiSTI Corporation, a leading provider of graphical user interface development software and solutions for the automotive market, announces the use of its GL Studio® software in the production of a redesigned Head-Up Display (HUD) for Hyundai KIA Motor Cars.

These redesigned automobiles will feature a 12-inch HUD that connects with the GPS data providing information like driving routes, driving assistance, and traffic signs. After activating the vehicle’s advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS), the HUD can also offer traffic data of cars driving around the vehicle.

“We are thrilled to announce that GL Studio has been selected for yet another production HUD program at Hyundai MOBIS,” said Christopher Giordano, Vice President of UX/UI Technology at The DiSTI Corporation. “Hyundai MOBIS has been leading the industry with their automotive embedded systems technology and we are very excited to be a part of the production rollout of such a reputable brand as Hyundai KIA Motors.”

DiSTI worked with Hyundai MOBIS to help deliver this cutting-edge system used to allow a driver to view driving data easily so that they can operate the vehicle more safely and conveniently. The capabilities found in the HUD help the driver significantly avoid distractions that can disperse the driver’s view or hinder their cognitive ability, such as controlling GPS and using a smartphone.

Another critical factor for Hyundai Mobis’s adoption of GL Studio® is the tool’s built-in support for ISO 26262-8:2018 Safety-Critical UI development. Having been certified up to ASIL D, GL Studio® Safety-Critical Runtime Library offers the highest standard for functional safety development..For more details, please contact Sales@Disti.com.

Reiser Simulation & Training GmbH used GL Studio in their H145 and H135 Level D qualified Full Flight Simulators, Flight Training Devices, and Avionic Desktop trainers.

Helicopter flight training is now more realistic, thanks to Reiser Simulation and Training and its use of DiSTI’s GL Studio. Reiser Simulation and Training selected the DiSTI Corporation’s GL Studio HMI software tool to develop the Avionic HMI for their H145 and H135 EASA Level D qualified Full Flight Simulators (FFS), Flight Training Devices, and Avionic Desktop Trainers.

“At Reiser Simulation and Training, our commitment is to produce the highest quality simulation devices available on the market,” said Marko Beutler, Head of Software Design at Reiser Simulation and Training. “ We selected GL Studio because it is an HMI software development tool that excels in flexibility, ease-of-use, and fidelity for avionics and we value that the DiSTI team shares our passion for going above-and-beyond to provide customers products of unmatched quality.”

The two companies have worked closely to ensure a smooth integration of GL Studio as part of their simulation framework. These full-flight simulators provide the highest level of fidelity possible to ensure maximum training efficiency.

Reiser achieved its first qualification according to EASA CS-FSTD(H) Level D in January 2018, from the German Federal Aviation Office (LBA) and again from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) in Norway in August 2018 for their H145 FFS. The newest RST Full Flight Simulator is equipped with an interchangeable H135/H145 cockpit. In addition, the FFS features a Third Crew Member Station, utilizing virtual reality technology to train crew coordination during hook operation simulation. Pilots can bring their own night vision goggles and thus enhance the realism of the mission. The helicopter simulator designed by RST sets new training standards featuring a 240 x 80-degree out-of-the-window view direct projection via high-resolution LED video projectors and an intuitive Instructor Operating Station (IOS).

These qualifications show the level of realism and one-to-one nature of the avionics capabilities built into GL Studio, allowing developers to mirror the real aircraft.

“GL Studio, a world-class HMI Simulation tool for decades, is also a Safety-Critical HMI tool. It is the HMI tool of choice for real avionics flying in-production aircraft, spacecraft, and rotorcraft,” said Christopher Giordano, VP of UX/UI Technology at The DiSTI Corporation. “Reiser’s Level D qualifications on their Full Flight Simulators are a testament to GL Studio’s capabilities in building avionics. It has been fantastic working with Reiser for many years on this effort. We are honored to be part of their framework and look forward to many more years of successful collaboration.”

Modern full-flight simulators allow pilots to maintain a high proficiency level by strengthening skills, reducing safety risks while providing a cost-effective way for pilots to practice both routine and rarely-used skills.

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Leading training and simulation company, The DiSTI Corporation announced today that experienced sales and business development professional, Chris Worrell, has been appointed as Director of Business Development.

Following a career in sales spanning over 20 years, Mr. Worrell joins DiSTI having most recently served as Director of Navy & USMC Strategic Business Development at Kratos Defense and Security Solutions.

“Chris Worrell’s understanding of the defense market will be invaluable as he joins our experienced business development team,” said DiSTI CEO John Hayward. “The defense market is vital to DiSTI’s growth strategy, and attracting Chris continues our commitment to sustained growth. As DiSTI builds on our continuing success after a record-breaking year, Chris brings proven government and private sector success. I am extremely pleased he has accepted the challenge to join our team and help us grow across our defense and commercial markets.”

Before joining The DiSTI Corporation, Worrell successfully captured over $220M+ by identifying new opportunities, presenting solutions, and executing best practices. Over the course of his career, he has established a proven record. One that includes building relationships and exceeding sales and profitability goals while working within high-performing teams to support organizational success.

“I am honored and excited to join a company with the stellar performance and reputation of DiSTI,” declared Chris Worrell. “I am looking forward to contributing to the esteemed reputation DiSTI has of providing the warfighter extraordinary training solutions.”

In Chris’s role as Business Development Director at DiSTI, he will be responsible for strategic planning and pursuing opportunities within our defense-related businesses. Chris will play a critical role in DiSTI’s strategic growth.

“All of us at DiSTI are excited to be welcoming Mr. Worrell to his new role. As leaders in the Simulation and Training market, we are unwavering in our commitment to superior customer service, and Chris will continue that legacy,” stated Hayward.

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The DiSTI Corporation has deployed a new global maintenance release of its GL Studio software that provides time-saving upgrades and UI pack improvements. Rooted in DiSTI’s mission to provide developers’ best user experience, these new enhancements came from proven custom-built features requested by customers.

Some of the most noteworthy changes within GL Studio 7.2 are:

• Figma Importer – Users can now import content from the popular UI/UX tool Figma into GL Studio. This update allows users to import any dynamic layout behavior from Figma into GL Studio. Providing your app the same look and behavior as it had in Figma right from the start.
• CMake Deployments – Now GL Studio uses the popular build tool CMake by default in its projects, allowing customers to integrate GL Studio into their existing CMake-based applications easily.
• Autosizing text – GL Studio now offers two new automatic resizing modes so that that text boxes will adjust with any text changes. Users can set the text to expand horizontally or fixed-width and expand vertically, adding new lines as needed.
• UI Pack improvements – GL Studio 7.2 offers various improvements to GL Studio’s popular UI Pack after use in an application. Improvements range from automatic button resizing, widget appearance customization, and improved touch-screen interaction.
• Improved animation support – Enhanced animation development capabilities. With just a single line of code, developers can deliver a wide range of animations.

“We’re excited to introduce these enhancements and additional features built to fuel continued User Interface possibilities for developers,” stated DiSTI President Joe Swinski. “Our customers rely on GL Studio for efficient, cost-saving developmental tools that deliver unparalleled results. We are committed to going above-and-beyond to provide tools that will future-enhance their programs.”

It has never been more critical for teams to work together efficiently than it is now. DiSTI’s GL studio has always been essential for UI developers seeking to push their creative output boundaries. Still, their power will be even more evident with this release of GL Studio 7.2.

Customers under current maintenance and support contracts for GL Studio can log into DiSTI’s customer support portal to download the latest version.

For more information on this update or to learn more about The DiSTI Corporation’s GL Studio, please contact sales@disti.com.

Speel Praha partners with The DiSTI Corporation to use GL Studio Safety-Critical software to develop the Head-Up Display in Aero Vodochody Aerospace‘s next-generation advanced trainer jet.

The advanced trainer jet market will soon transform considerably with the introduction of Aero Vodochody Aerospace’s L-39NG. Today, the DiSTI Corporation announced that Speel Praha selected its GL Studio SC (Safety Critical) HMI software tool to develop the L-39NG’s Head-Up Display. Based in the Czech Republic, Speel Praha’s expertise in aviation displays extends over thirty years.

“When we were approached by our longtime partner, Aero Vodochody Aerospace, to build a Head-Up Display system for their L-39NG latest generation and advanced jet trainer, we didn’t hesitate to turn to DiSTI and their Safety-Critical Graphics software generation toolchain,” stated Josef Slechta, Speel Praha avionics systems designer and HUD-39 project lead engineer.

Mr. Sletcha continued, “For the development of the software for our HUD-39 system we used DiSTI’s GL Studio Safety-Critical Embedded C++ Code Generator (SCEC++) suite. Thanks to this perfectly integrated toolchain, we were able to generate code and test within our simulator environment without having to use the target hardware platform. Only after all is thoroughly tested and verified that the code is deployed “as is” to our MP-39 Mission Processor on the L-39 aircraft. For our purposes, the DiSTI toolchain turned out to be what we would call ‘rapid software development at its best’.

DiSTI engineers are true aficionados of 3D Computer Graphics engineering. Not only are the tools they provide state-of-the-art, powerful, and user-friendly, but their great support with clever ideas also helped us get our HUD-39 graphics software up and running swiftly while speeding time to deployment.”

The L-39NG (next generation) is the latest multi-role, advanced jet trainer aircraft designed by Aero Vodochody Aerospace. AERO developed the plane to provide enhanced military flight training capabilities, offer superior maneuverability and extended range. Developed with GL Studio SC, the Head-Up Display (HUD) in the L-39NG offers suitability for both western and eastern types of fighters.

“Most prevalent in aerospace, the enhanced visibility that HUDs provide can be seen across many markets today,” said Christopher Giordano, VP of UX/UI Technology at DiSTI. “We are honored to have been working with Speel for many years from prototyping their Head-Up Display HMI to implementing the embedded safety-critical design on their target system.”

The L-39NG Head-Up Display (HUD) safety benefits include enhanced situational awareness for flight in limited (or night) visibility in the vicinity of visible terrain, water, ground-based obstacles, or other aircraft. By providing pilots with the ability to maintain an external lookout without losing access to critical aircraft instrumentation, the L-39NG’s Head-Up Display improves visualization. The addition of GL Studio HUDs offers numerous safety benefits for aircraft pilots.

For more information on this partnership or to learn more about The DiSTI Corporation’s GL Studio, please contact sales@disti.com.