GL Studio® HMI

The DiSTI Corporation, the global leader in graphical user interface (GUI) development tools, announced today that its award-winning GL Studio now supports the NXP® Semiconductors i.MX 95 applications processor running on the Toradex Verdin platform. This collaboration delivers a powerful and efficient solution for developers building next-generation embedded and safety-critical user interfaces.

The integration of GL Studio with the NXP i.MX 95 applications processor and Toradex Verdin hardware platform enables developers to take full advantage of the NXP i.MX 95 applications processor’s high-performance compute and advanced GPU capabilities while leveraging GL Studio’s unique strength in real-time, safety-certified, and high-fidelity 2D and 3D graphics.

“This collaboration marks another milestone in extending GL Studio’s performance and scalability across the latest embedded platforms designed for safety,” said Chris Giordano, VP UX/UI Technology at The DiSTI Corporation. “With NXP’s i.MX 95 SoC on Toradex’s Verdin platform, developers can accelerate their GUI development lifecycle, from prototyping to production, without compromising performance or safety.”

The NXP i.MX 95 applications processor brings enhanced processing power and AI acceleration to embedded applications, ideal for automotive clusters, industrial controls, and medical devices. When combined with Toradex’s Verdin System on Module (SoM), developers benefit from a robust and modular hardware platform designed for reliability and long-term support.

GL Studio’s integration delivers key advantages including:

• Optimized performance on the NXP i.MX 95 SoC GPU for real-time rendering.

• Support for functional safety applications through GL Studio Safety-Critical (GL Studio SC).

• Scalable development workflows, enabling reuse of design assets across multiple hardware targets.

• Reduced development time with direct deployment to Toradex Verdin modules.

“Toradex has been a strategic embedded solutions partner for i.MX since 2014 and was an early access embedded solution partner for the i.MX 95,” said Toby Foster, Senior Product Marketing Manager, NXP Semiconductors. “With GL Studio supporting NXP’s i.MX 95 SoC on Toradex’s Verdin platform, developers can more easily bring their designs to market, taking advantage of the i.MX 95 SoC’s flexible display options and safety certifications, as well as enhanced processing power and AI acceleration, enabled by the integrated eIQ Neutron NPU.”

With this integration, DiSTI continues to expand its ecosystem of supported hardware platforms, helping engineers in the automotive, aerospace, industrial, and medical markets bring high-performance, safety-critical user interfaces to life faster than ever.

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

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The DiSTI Corporation, a global leader in developing graphical user interface tools for embedded safety-critical systems, has joined forces with Ottawa Infotainment (OI), a trusted provider of digital cockpit and infotainment hardware and software, to present a groundbreaking demonstration. This demonstration will showcase the next-generation Human-Machine Interface (HMI) safety and performance for the Software Defined Vehicle (SDV), a result of the unique partnership between these two industry giants.

DiSTI’s GL Studio, running on the Toradex Verdin platform featuring the NXP i.MX95 processor, with Ottawa Infotainment’s DragonFire framework operating on QNX’s automotive software stack is ideal for automotive engineers. This powerful combination ensures automotive OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers achieve the perfect balance of high-performance graphics, real-time responsiveness, and ISO 26262 functional safety in modern vehicle cockpits.

“This demo shows how easily developers can bridge desktop and embedded workflows with GL Studio while maintaining full design integrity and safety certification requirements,” said DiSTI’s VP of UX/UI Technology Chris Giordano. “By combining DiSTI’s production-proven HMI technology with Ottawa Infotainment’s DragonFire and the robust performance of NXP’s i.MX95 on the Toradex platform, we’re enabling automotive innovators to go from concept to production faster than ever.”

Ottawa Infotainment’s DragonFire automotive platform facilitates rapid integration of automotive software components and seamlessly integrates with GL Studio’s high-performance HMI runtime. Dragonfire supports a variety of automotive software components, including audio, cameras, Bluetooth, navigation, AAOS, and voice assistant technologies. DragonFire incorporates TeleCANesis, a flexible, lightweight communication layer that seamlessly integrates with vehicle systems, all while maintaining deterministic behavior and safety assurance under QNX’s automotive-grade operating system.

“DragonFire’s modular architecture, built on QNX’s real-time OS, enables ASIL-B compliant integration with GL Studio’s safety-centric rendering engine, supporting high-performance graphics with low-latency CAN bus communication. This ensures deterministic timing for safety-critical HMI elements in SDVs, while facilitating over-the-air firmware updates and scalable deployment using NXP i.MX95 hardware,” said Jonathan Hacker, CTO of Ottawa Infotainment.

The demo highlights a full digital instrument cluster and infotainment interface, illustrating how GL Studio-developed content can easily transition between desktop simulation and embedded deployment. The result is a scalable, efficient workflow that accelerates time-to-market for next-generation automotive experiences

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

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The DiSTI Corporation, a global leader in advanced graphical user interface development solutions, has joined forces with Ottawa Infotainment (OI), a trusted provider of digital cockpit and infotainment hardware and software, to bring HMI Safety Technology to modern Software Defined Vehicle platforms. This collaboration showcases the combined expertise of DiSTI’s GL Studio and OI's DragonFire platform, running on NXP i.MX95 Toradex Verdin hardware, to demonstrate the power of advanced HMI solutions in the automotive industry.

GL Studio, developed by DiSTI, is a powerful tool for creating advanced graphical user interfaces, while DragonFire, from Ottawa Infotainment, is an automotive hardware and software platform that simplifies the integration of vehicle systems, HMI, and other software components that make up modern Software Defined Vehicle architectures. This collaboration highlights how these two components together streamline the development pipeline from design to deployment, bridging the gap between desktop prototyping and production-ready embedded systems.

“Our partnership with Ottawa Infotainment is a testament to our commitment to the automotive industry. By leveraging GL Studio’s real-time rendering capabilities and Ottawa Infotainment’s automotive integration platform, we aim to accelerate development for modern Software Defined Vehicles (SDV)”, said DiSTI’s VP of UX/UI Technology Chris Giordano. “This demo reinforces our shared commitment to helping OEMs and Tier 1s bring safe, reliable, and visually stunning HMIs to market faster, ensuring a brighter future for the automotive industry.”

OI’s DragonFire automotive platform provides a unified hardware and software solution for building custom digital cockpit and in-vehicle infotainment systems. DragonFire facilitates the rapid integration of a wide variety of automotive software components, including audio, cameras, Bluetooth, navigation, AAOS, and voice assistant technology. DragonFire also incorporates TeleCANesis, bringing a flexible, lightweight communication layer that seamlessly integrates with GL Studio’s high-performance HMI runtime, enabling developers to visualize, integrate, and test CAN-based vehicle interactions in real time. The result is a more cohesive workflow that simplifies iteration and validation across development stages.

“We are excited to partner with DiSTI to advance HMI safety and efficiency in the era of Software Defined Vehicles. By integrating GL Studio's cutting-edge UI tools with our DragonFire platform, we're enabling faster, more secure development cycles that empower OEMs and suppliers to deliver innovative, user-centric experiences in connected mobility,” said Sean Hazaray, CEO of Ottawa Infotainment.

Ottawa Infotainment will provide a comprehensive GL Studio package, included in the project file to seamlessly integrate GL Studio-based HMIs into the DragonFire automotive platform. This user-friendly package equips developers with everything they need to explore the full capabilities of the integrated solution, ensuring a smooth transition to the new technology and a rapid data communication capability.

For those interested in experiencing the future of HMI development, we invite you to engage with the new solution from DiSTI and Ottawa Infotainment. Together, we are setting a new standard for HMI development efficiency, empowering automotive developers to design richer, safer, and more responsive interfaces across platforms.

To learn more about GL Studio and the solutions provided by DiSTI, please reach out to sales@disti.com.

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The DiSTI Corporation, the world’s leading provider of graphical user interface development tools, is proud to announce the release of GL Studio 8.4. This latest update delivers significant enhancements focused on cybersecurity, performance optimization, and streamlined embedded development, continuing DiSTI’s commitment to innovation and reliability across mission-critical and safety-critical applications.

GL Studio 8.4 introduces cybersecurity testing and reports, an automatic polygon optimizer, out-of-the-box experience improvements for GL Studio ES, and a cross-platform video integration solution. These updates enhance both the user experience and system performance, ensuring developers can deliver faster, more secure, and more dynamic graphical interfaces than ever before.

Key Highlights of GL Studio 8.4

Cybersecurity Reports

GL Studio 8.4 enhances product integrity by introducing expanded cybersecurity measures and providing Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) reporting, now available by default across all GL Studio products. This new feature aligns with Executive Order 14028, which emphasizes the critical importance of transparency in software supply chains. With these updates, users gain a comprehensive inventory of software components, empowering development teams to meet the increasing cybersecurity compliance and traceability standards essential for aerospace and defense applications. This proactive approach not only bolsters security but also ensures compliance with federal requirements, reinforcing the integrity of software used in DoD environments.

Automatic Polygon Optimizer

A new automatic polygon optimizer package analyzes and reduces unnecessary fill drawing, ensuring all polygons within a design are optimized for maximum rendering performance. This results in smoother visuals and faster runtime, an essential advantage for automotive embedded systems and safety-critical displays.

Out-of-the-Box Experience: ES

GL Studio ES continues to evolve with significant workflow and usability improvements. From simplified deployment to enhanced licensing, documentation, and build processes, this update ensures a smoother experience for embedded system developers, accelerating the prototyping and production of automotive clusters and in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) systems.

Cross-Platform Video Integration

The new GlsMultimedia package introduces a cross-platform solution for integrating video and audio content into GL Studio applications. Supporting both local and network-based media streaming, the customizable GStreamer render pipeline makes it easier than ever to deliver rich multimedia content seamlessly across a wide variety of target platforms.

Additional Improvements and Fixes

GL Studio 8.4 also includes a variety of quality-of-life enhancements and bug fixes requested by the community, such as:

• Method overloading and virtual method overrides within the editor

• Improved .gls file load performance

• Searchable logs and resizable editor windows

• 64-bit Raspberry Pi builds and WebGL debugging support

• Enhanced shapefile rendering in GlsMapToolkit

• Brighter visual feedback in the GuiTestFramework

Compatibility updates include support for Ubuntu 24.04 and the retirement of support for Windows 10 and Visual Studio 2015, keeping GL Studio aligned with current industry standards.

Engineered for Performance, Security, and Longevity

After 11 months of dedicated development, GL Studio 8.4 represents another significant step forward for DiSTI’s mission to empower developers to create high-performance, secure, and reliable HMIs across industries.

In the automotive industry, GL Studio 8.4 simplifies the creation of responsive, embedded UIs that deliver real-time performance even on constrained hardware. In aerospace and defense, enhanced cybersecurity and transparency ensure compliance and integrity throughout the development lifecycle.

For individuals seeking to learn more about getting started with GL Studio or other software development solutions provided by DiSTI, please reach out to sales@disti.com

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