Key Takeaways
- New Eagle and John Deere collaborate to integrate Raptor™ software into John Deere‘s new M Series Controllers.
- The integration aims to enhance system resilience and performance and streamline operations for OEMs.
- New Eagle and John Deere will showcase their advancements at the ACT Expo 2024 in Las Vegas.
- Raptor software offers a flexible, model-based development environment to accelerate time to market and reduce costs.
- The M Series Controllers provide robust, customizable control solutions for various operational environments.
New Eagle, known for its embedded software solutions and electronic control units, has announced the release of its Raptor™ software integrated with John Deere’s newly launched M Series Controllers. This collaboration, highlighted at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo in Las Vegas, represents a notable advancement in control system technology aimed at original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
New Eagle & John Deere Showcase at ACT Expo 2024
New Eagle will demonstrate the capabilities of the Raptor toolchain at the ACT Expo, scheduled from May 20-23. The demonstrations will take place at New Eagle’s booth 3605, with sessions held twice daily. Additionally, John Deere will present its M Series Controllers, now featuring Raptor software, at booth 3311 from May 21-23. Attendees will have the opportunity to observe the integrated platform’s advanced functionalities.
Collaborative Efforts
Kevin Alley, New Eagle’s Chief Commercial Officer, stated, “This collaboration with John Deere Electronics introduces innovative solutions that have the potential to transform customer operations. By integrating Raptor software within John Deere’s M Series Controllers, we combine John Deere’s reliable hardware with New Eagle’s efficient software development tools. This integration aims to enhance system resilience and performance and streamline operations for our clients.”
Features of Raptor Software
Raptor software enhances the M Series Controllers by providing a flexible, model-based development environment. This environment is designed to reduce development costs and accelerate time to market. The software offers an open development platform that meets the demands of various operational environments, both on and off highway.
The Raptor platform includes embedded model-based development (eMBD) tools, application control software, and a suite of electronic control units (ECUs), displays, and other hardware accessories. It is customizable, allowing for easy configuration and a streamlined production path while ensuring compliance with key functional safety and cybersecurity standards.
Capabilities of M Series Controllers
John Deere’s M Series Controllers, enhanced by Raptor software, provide high current outputs and multiple communication options, including CAN, LIN, and Ethernet. These controllers are housed within a rugged design, optimized for harsh environments. They are suitable for a wide range of mobile applications, such as diesel and gas engines, hydraulic control systems, cab/body controls, power distribution systems, powertrain controls, implement controls, and lighting controls.
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