Digital Cockpit
and Display

Transforming in-vehicle experiences for drivers and passengers.

The automotive industry is undergoing a digital revolution, with a focus on driver experience and connected car technologies. Digital cockpits, featuring integrated displays and information systems, are at the forefront of this transformation.

Advancements in display technology, processing power, and user interfaces are creating highly customizable and interactive in-vehicle experiences. Current trends highlight the rise of larger, higher-resolution screens, head-up displays, and seamless integration of infotainment, navigation, and driver assistance systems.

How Acsia Can Help?

System Engineering

Robust requirements management, software architecture, and system integration for digital cockpits.

  • Performance Analysis & Optimization: Leverage OS expertise and custom tools to analyze the system. Improve system performance and meet critical KPIs.
Software Integration

CI/CD pipelines for seamless integration for code quality checks and automated testing.

Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Development

Intuitive user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) development that prioritizes driver safety and minimizes distraction.

  • Kanzi, Android HMI, Qt QML
Connectivity Solutions

Ensure secure and reliable data exchange between the digital cockpit and external systems such as telematics, cloud, and V2X.

Verification & Validation

Expertise in establishing test infrastructure, undertaking software to vehicle level testing, test automation, and SIL/MIL/HIL simulation and testing.

Cybersecurity Solutions

Develop robust security design, implement software requirements and undertake testing to protect connected cockpits from cyber threats.

Automotive-grade Process Compliance

Ensure adherence to industry standards in automotive software development and testing.

  •  Develop Functional Safety (FuSa) designs and work products adhering to ISO 26262
  • Create packages for digital cockpits adhering to Automotive SPICE® L3.
Software Development

For display screens (information, entertainment, navigation) and connected car features like ADAS (advanced driver assistance system).

  • Middleware: Media, Audio, Connectivity, Graphics
  • OS & SW Platforms: Linux, Android, QNX, AUTOSAR, Adaptive AUTOSAR
  • RTOS: Zephyr, ThreadX, OSEK
  • HW Platforms: Renesas, Infineon, NXP, Microchip, Cypress, TI, NVIDIA, and Qualcomm

Project Highlights

Takeover and Enhancement of Next-Gen Digital Cockpit for a Global OEM
Development and maintenance of digital Cockpit programs before the corresponding SOP.
Building one of the world's first Android-based Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system for a German OEM through a leading Japanese Tier-1
  1. Development of Android-based connected infotainment (RSE).
  2. Responsible for 80% of the development, complete software integration and software testing.
Performance Optimisation for High Performance ADAS ECU for a German OEM

Identify performance bottlenecks and implement optimization solution for Autonomous Driving functions while porting from Safe Linux to QNX.

Migration of a containerized Android 11 to Android 13

Ownership of all code developed by the original supplier and migrating to Android 13 on customer hardware.

Digital Instrument Cluster SW development for all the models of a North American OEM through a leading North American Tier-1

Multiple cluster production programs through North American Tier-1.

Connected Cluster Development for India’s leading Electric Scooter Brand
  1. Design and development of HMI (cluster + infotainment + HMI server).
  2. Integration of Navigation system with system HMI.
Optimising Digital Cockpit Performance and Architecture with HPCC for an Indian OEM
  1. Tier-1 facing challenges in System Performance and System Architecture.
  2. The system – Digital Cockpit based on Qualcomm chipset, QNX Cluster and Android Infotainment running on a QNX Virtual Machine.

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Why Acsia?

What’s In It For You

Accelerated Time-to-Market

Leverage Acsia’s expertise and pre-developed software components to accelerate development cycles and get your innovative digital cockpits to market quicker.

Reduced Development Costs

Benefit from Acsia’s agile development processes, and global talent pool leading to cost savings compared to in-house development.

Enhanced User Experience (UX) & Differentiation

Acsia’s focus on user-centric design and cutting-edge interfaces helps brands create intuitive and personalized digital cockpits, setting them apart from their competitors.

Future-proofed Tech Stack

Stay ahead of the curve with Acsia’s commitment to technologies like AUTOSAR and secure V2X communication, ensuring your digital cockpits are scalable and adaptable.

Safety, Security & Compliance Expertise

Acsia prioritizes safety-critical software development processes and adheres to industry standards, ensuring reliable, compliant, and secure in-vehicle experiences.

Reduced Development Risks & Improved Quality

By partnering with Acsia, OEMs and Tier-I suppliers leverage their experience in managing complex software projects, minimizing development risks and delivering high-quality digital cockpits.

Scalability and Flexibility

As your digital cockpit requirements evolve, Acsia can scale its solutions to meet your growing demands. Their agile development methodologies, global delivery capabilities, and experience with various automotive projects allow them to adapt to your specific requirements and integrate seamlessly with existing systems.

Focus on Core Competencies

Acsia’s experience in managing complex software development projects translates to a smoother workflow for your team. They can handle tasks like software development, integration and testing, freeing your internal resources to focus on core automotive engineering.

Frequently Asked Questions

What software solutions does Acsia offer for digital cockpit & display?

Acsia delivers a full suite of software solutions for Digital Cockpit & Display systems including HMI development, software development, software engineering, vehicle systems engineering, system integration, connectivity solutions, verification & validation and cybersecurity solutions. The focus is on creating immersive, future-ready in-vehicle experiences using the latest innovations in automotive technology.

How does Acsia approach automotive Human-Machine Interface (HMI) development for digital cockpit and display?

Acsia believes that a well-designed interface should feel effortless. That’s why the HMI development puts a strong emphasis on intuitive UI and seamless UX to help drivers stay focused and safe on the road. The company uses platforms like Kanzi, Android HMI, and Qt QML to craft responsive, user-friendly interfaces that cater to the specific needs of the clients.

What platforms and operating systems does Acsia support in developing software for digital cockpit & display?

Acsia’s solutions are built to run smoothly across all major operating systems, including Linux, Android, QNX, and AUTOSAR. This versatility allows the company to align with each automaker’s tech stack and deliver consistent performance, no matter the OS.

How does Acsia ensure seamless software integration and system performance in digital cockpit and display?

Acsia’s approach to integration is both structured and agile. Using robust CI/CD pipelines, the company streamlines code quality checks and automated testing. On the systems side, Acsia handles everything from requirements management to architecture design and automotive verification & validation ensuring every digital cockpit system is both high-performing and reliable.

In what ways does Acsia address connectivity within digital cockpit solutions?

Connectivity powers the future of driving and Acsia makes sure the cockpit is ready for it. The company’s solutions enable secure data exchange between the vehicle and the outside world, supporting telematics, cloud integration, and V2X communication. This allows features like real-time traffic updates, OTA software updates, and smarter driver assistance systems to function seamlessly.

What kind of projects has Acsia delivered in digital cockpit & display?

  • Takeover and Enhancement of Next-Gen Digital Cockpit for a Global OEM.
  • Building one of the world’s first Android-based Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system for a German OEM through a leading Japanese Tier-1.
  • Performance Optimisation for High Performance ADAS ECU for a German OEM.
  • Migration of a containerized Android 11 to Android 13.
  • Digital Instrument Cluster SW development for all the models of a North American OEM through a leading North American Tier-1.
  • Connected Cluster Development for India’s leading Electric Scooter Brand.
  • Optimising Digital Cockpit Performance and Architecture with HPCC for an Indian OEM.

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