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The DiSTI Corporation is pleased to announce the appointment of Rob Gallagher as their new Business Development Director. Mr. Gallagher is a distinguished veteran with more than 27 years of experience in Naval Aviation and Defense Acquisitions, culminating in his retirement as a Navy Captain.

During his extensive career, Mr. Gallagher served as a Program Director at Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR), where he led critical initiatives in aviation and defense acquisitions. He also served as a Commander of the Navy’s largest test and evaluation squadron, where he helped ensure that critical warfighting systems were ready for deployment.

Mr. Gallagher is a distinguished graduate of the United States Naval Academy and the Navy Test Pilot School, two highly prestigious institutions. His outstanding career achievements and previous appointments have equipped him with a unique skill set that aligns perfectly with DiSTI’s vision of developing cutting-edge training solutions and a commitment to warfighter readiness.

“We are delighted to welcome Rob Gallagher to the DiSTI family,” said John Hayward, CEO of The DiSTI Corporation. “Rob’s leadership and deep understanding of military operations will be instrumental in driving our growth as DiSTI continues to innovate and expand our reach.”

As a Business Development Director, Mr. Gallagher will play a pivotal role in expanding DiSTI’s presence in the defense and aerospace sectors. He brings a wealth of industry knowledge and an extensive network of contacts to his new role, which will enable him to drive growth and forge strategic partnerships. His appointment is a testament to DiSTI’s commitment to hiring the best talent to help the company achieve its goals.

“I am honored to join DiSTI and contribute to a team that is at the forefront of developing state-of-the-art training solutions for our military and defense communities,” said Rob Gallagher. “I look forward to leveraging my experience to further DiSTI’s commitment to warfighter readiness.”

DiSTI continues to deliver cutting-edge solutions to meet the evolving needs of the defense and aerospace industries. For those seeking to learn more about the solutions provided by DiSTI, please reach out to sales@disti.com

Today marks a significant milestone in the aerospace and automotive industries by introducing a groundbreaking Safety-Critical deployment solution. This cutting-edge deployment stack integrates DiSTI’s GL Studio SC HMI software, SYSGO’s PikeOS, NXP® Semiconductors’ i.MX 8 applications processor, and CoreAVI’s VkCore® SC graphics and compute software suite and promises to redefine safety, reliability, and efficiency standards across the board. This deployment stack utilizes the latest technology designed against the most up-to-date safety standards in the industry.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with industry leaders to introduce this groundbreaking Safety-Critical Deployment Solution,” said Chris Giordano, VP of UI/UX Technology at DiSTI. “With safety at the forefront of our priorities, this solution represents a significant step forward in addressing the evolving needs of the aerospace and automotive industries. The avionics market benefits from the UX/UI design and HMI workflow capabilities for rapid iteration and target deployment, while the automotive market gains from the software development rigors which create air worthy embedded software and graphics.”

“Our partnership will enable the automotive and avionics industries to build innovative and robust systems. We are proud to take the next step and offer great solutions to our customers,” says Franz Walkembach VP Marketing & Alliances at SYSGO.
From advanced HMIs to secure real-time operating systems, powerful processors, and optimized graphics drivers, every element is meticulously designed to deliver the most advanced results on the market. It is engineered to allow organizations to accelerate their innovation, enhance safety, and stay ahead in today’s competitive landscape.

“We are committed to technology partnerships that bring to market integrated tools and deployable solutions that drive efficiency and performance for our customers” said Dan Joncas, Deputy CEO at CoreAVI. “We strive to provide our partners and customers with the tools, libraries and software infrastructure that facilitates the development of state-of-the-art safe GPU acceleration applications. This joint safety critical deployment enables avionics and automotive integrators to harness the most advanced GPUs capabilities.”

Safety is paramount in both aerospace and automotive sectors, where every decision and innovation must adhere to stringent safety protocols. With the collaborative efforts of industry leaders, this new deployment solution addresses these critical needs by offering unmatched levels of reliability, performance, and compliance.

“Delivering an enhanced graphics experience in safety critical deployment solutions is essential,” said Dan Loop, Vice President and General Manager of Automotive Edge Processing at NXP. “NXP continues to advance safe automotive solutions with our widely adopted i.MX applications processors featuring high-performance and low-power capabilities that are scalable, safe and secure. Together, NXP and DiSTI will provide a strong solution for multimedia and display applications in automotive and aerospace with i.MX SoCs and GL Studio.”

Key Features of the Safety-Critical Deployment Solution include:

1. DiSTI’s GL Studio SC HMI software: Offering state-of-the-art graphical interface development tools, GL Studio SC empowers developers to create immersive and intuitive user interfaces while meeting the highest safety standards.

2. SYSGO’s PikeOS: As the leading hypervisor and real-time operating system, PikeOS ensures deterministic behavior of embedded systems and their security, enabling seamless integration of critical and non-critical applications by strict partitioning. It is certified to the highest levels of industrial safety standards.

3. NXP’s i.MX 8 applications processor: This powerful and versatile hardware platform provides the performance and scalability required for complex safety-critical applications, ensuring optimal execution of tasks in demanding environments.

3. CoreAVI’s VkCore SC: The suite of tools and libraries that enable the development and runtime deployment of accelerated GPU compute and graphics applications: Engineered to deliver maximum performance and reliability, CoreAVI’s VkCore SC product suite enables the scalability of safe compute capabilities, and advanced graphics rendering with seamless integration of OpenGL SC1 and OpenGL SC2 and Vulkan SC graphics APIs, ensuring smooth and consistent graphical rendering in safety-critical environments.

Attendees at the Embedded World conference in Nuremberg, Germany, and Aerospace Tech Week in Munich, Germany, this April will be among the first to experience first-hand demonstrations of this Safety-Critical deployment.

For individuals seeking to learn more about safety-critical HMI or embedded systems solutions provided by DiSTI, please reach out to sales@disti.com

The DiSTI Corporation proudly announces the appointment of Mrs. Rosa Troutman as Program Manager, further strengthening its leadership team with her distinguished military background. Mrs. Troutman, a seasoned professional from the United States Army, brings a wealth of experience to her new role.

Troutman’s military career spans over 22 years, where she notably served as a Program Manager with the U.S. Army PEO STRI, showcasing her expertise in strategic program management. Her leadership and forward-thinking talents were instrumental in bringing the latest advancements in technology to warfighter readiness and training.

“We are honored to welcome Rosa Troutman to The DiSTI Corporation. Her extensive experience as a Program Manager and her contributions to military education make her an invaluable asset to our team. We are committed to empowering veterans in their civilian careers and are proud to have Rosa as an integral part of our organization,” said DiSTI CEO John Hayward.

Prior to her role with PEO STRI, Rosa held a significant position as an Assistant Professor of Military Science ROTC with the University of Puerto Rico. In this capacity, she contributed to the development and training of future military leaders, underscoring her commitment to education and mentorship.

In addition to her military accomplishments, Mrs. Troutman holds an MBA in Project Management from Amberton University, further emphasizing her dedication to continuous learning and strategic project execution.

In her new role as Program Manager at The DiSTI Corporation, Rosa Troutman will leverage her extensive experience to oversee and enhance key projects within the company. Her demonstrated expertise in proposal writing, contract management, and overall program management will play a crucial role in driving the continued success of The DiSTI Corporation in the defense simulation and training industry.

Recruiting veterans like Major Troutman is essential for the defense simulation and training sector. Veterans bring a unique set of skills, discipline, and real-world experience that are unparalleled. Their ability to adapt, make quick decisions under pressure, and work cohesively as a team aligns seamlessly with the demands of the industry.

As the defense simulation and training industry continues to evolve, Rosa Troutman’s leadership will play a pivotal role in driving innovation, efficiency, and success.

For individuals seeking to learn more about Virtual Maintenance Training and the Defense solutions provided by DiSTI, please reach out to sales@disti.co

The DiSTI Corporation proudly announces the addition of Chuck Chrzan, a distinguished U.S. Navy veteran, to their esteemed team as Program Manager II. Chuck brings an extensive background in defense operations, bolstering the company’s capabilities in simulation and training for the defense industry.

Chuck brings over 20 years of experience in the training and defense industry. With 5 years dedicated service in the U.S. Navy, along with his previous tenures at Lockheed Martin and Honeywell, Chuck brings invaluable knowledge and insight to his new role. During his tenure in the military, he held the role of Command Career Counselor, which provided him with a deep understanding of the critical needs and challenges of today’s warfighters. His background in the Military, Training & Development and Program Management is a perfect fit for DiSTI.

“We are thrilled to welcome Chuck Chrzan to DiSTI, “said DiSTI CEO John Hayward. “His wealth of experience and leadership aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver world-class simulation and training solutions. Veterans like Chuck bring unparalleled dedication, discipline, and expertise to the table, attributes that are critical in advancing our commitment to the warfighter.”

The importance of veterans joining the defense industry, particularly simulation and training, cannot be overstated. Veterans possess firsthand knowledge of operational requirements and understand the complexities of defense systems. Their insights bridge the gap between technology and real-world application, enhancing the effectiveness and authenticity of training simulations.

“Having U.S. military veterans like Chuck on board enhances our ability to create training solutions that closely mirror real-world scenarios,” added Tom Neary, Director of Programs at DiSTI. “Their unique perspective significantly contributes to developing simulations that better prepare our armed forces, ultimately ensuring readiness and mission success.”

Chrzan’s appointment signifies The DiSTI Corporation’s dedication to assembling an experienced team, with a with strong military background, who are committed to delivering top-tier simulation and training solutions for organizations worldwide.

For individuals seeking to learn more about Virtual Maintenance Training and the solutions provided by DiSTI, please reach out to sales@disti.com

The DiSTI Corporation proudly announces the appointment of Jason “Jake” Werner as its new Program Manager II. Jake brings a wealth of leadership experience and expertise from his distinguished tenure as a former Command Sergeant Major in the United States Army, along with valuable insights gained from his prior role at PEO STRI.

With a robust background in strategic planning, project execution, and team leadership, Jake Werner’s arrival at DiSTI, and his involvement in aviation that includes his A&P license, marks an exciting milestone for the company.

His exceptional track record in managing multifaceted projects and fostering cohesive teams is poised to further elevate the company’s unwavering standards of excellence.

Commenting on his new role, Jake Werner expressed enthusiasm, stating, “I am thrilled to join DiSTI. I look forward to collaborating with the talented team here to drive our initiatives and deliver exceptional solutions designed to enhance warfighter readiness.”

CEO of The DiSTI Corporation, John Hayward, expressed confidence in Mr. Werner’s capabilities, stating, “We are excited to welcome Jake Werner to our team. His proven leadership, coupled with his diverse experience, aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver top-notch solutions. Jake is already playing a pivotal role in propelling our projects to new heights. We are thrilled to be able to hire veterans because they understand the importance of our mission and bring a wealth of experience they gained in their military service.”

For individuals seeking to learn more about Virtual Maintenance Training and the solutions provided by DiSTI, please reach out to sales@disti.com

The DiSTI Corporation, a global leader in HMI software development and solutions, released GL Studio 8.2, the anticipated update to its popular software tool. DiSTI engineers dedicated approximately 18 months to the updated release, which contains a wide variety of awaited quality-of-life improvements and enhancements. GL Studio 8.2 introduces a GUI Testing Framework, reintroduces iOS platform support, adds Best Practice Videos, improves support for 4K monitors, and introduces a new core tutorial for users to gain development tips and insights.

“Our mission is to continue streamlining the development process for our users and empower them with technology that future-proofs their products,” stated Linda Flannery, Engineering Manager for GL Studio. “At DiSTI, we understand the unique needs of our customers including the importance of having a rapid iterative workflow. GL Studio 8.2 also makes it easier to onboard users, to start developing immediately, and to automate testing.”

DiSTI’s award-winning GL Studio software updates allow users to write automated tests against their GL Studio designs, guaranteeing correctness and reliability. To empower users, all Best Practice pages, including each workflow guide section, now contain in-depth companion training videos covering various GL Studio concepts.

GL Studio 8.2 reintroduces iOS platform support, after macOS support was introduced in GL Studio 8.0. MacOS users can deploy GL Studio content to iOS using the iOS Deployment. The iOS platform support is now available as a One Touch™ deployment when running the editor on macOS. This updated iOS support allows automotive customers to develop content for both Android and iOS targets in vehicles.

The revamped GUI Testing Framework provides a new feature in the editor to write automated tests against GL Studio applications, allowing for simulated mouse/keyboard input, screenshot capture/comparison at each design iteration step. Compatible with all Desktop and ES deployments, it can drive tests over the network, allowing testing for GL Studio applications running on embedded targets. This new approach allows for automated regression testing of GL Studio content running in a trainer or simulator.

Improvements to existing features in GL Studio 8.2 are as follows:

• Doxygen documentation for the Desktop runtime library is now fully complete.
• Pressing space can be used to pan the 3D Canvas in the editor.
• GlsMimicGroup corners can be manipulated using the 3D Canvas vertex interface.
• License Dialog has a button that automatically copies all license data (including errors) to the clipboard.
• AntiAlias feature now supported on most ES platforms.

This release also includes bug fixes, such as:

• GlsMimicGroup polygon updates correctly when its location changes.
• GlsTextGrid per character attributes work correctly in ES.
• Fixes for FON bitmap font files not loading in the editor.
• Fix for license requests from Linux and macOS machines to newer FlexNet Embedded servers.
• Fixes for various crashes in the runtime and editor.
• Fix for GlsAdvancedMesh rendering performance.

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 GL Studio, contact us at sales@disti.com.

Visit our GL Studio page to learn more about our safety-critical expertise and the cutting-edge HMI software developed by The DiSTI Corporation.