McObject and SYSGO Join Proven In-memory Database With Powerful Embedded Linux

From: Information (info_at_mcobject.com)
Date: 03/08/04 

Date: Mon, 8 Mar 2004 14:26:36 CST

Issaquah, WA-March 8, 2004-McObject, developer of the eXtremeDB in-memory
embedded database, has teamed with German embedded systems innovator SYSGO
to offer a feature-rich, cost-efficient development package for embedded
Linux applications.

The companies will bundle a development copy of McObject's eXtremeDB-XML
Shared Memory Edition for x86 targets, including reference applications,
with SYSGO's ELinOS Basic Toolbox for embedded Linux. In this single
package, developers have the tools-including graphical configuration
environment, embedded Linux distribution with real-time extensions, a
proven, XML-enabled real-time database and much more-to build
industrial-grade, data-intensive embedded Linux software systems.

The bundle is priced at 929.00 EURO (about US$1,175.00). In addition, the
companies announced they will include eXtremeDB evaluation software with the
ELinOS Development Kit, which offers additional advanced features for
embedded Linux development.

The eXtremeDB-ELinOS bundle builds on both companies' proven product
development track records and their growing base of satisfied, often
well-known customers.

With its graphic configuration tool ELK, ready-made boot loaders and cross
development environments for all current CPUs, ELinOS promotes economical
software for intelligent devices. ELinOS both reduces the resource
requirements of Linux and extends its real-time capabilities, making this
the logical starting point for industrial customers who are expanding their
use of embedded Linux or using it for the first time.

SYSGO's ELinOS customers include VDO Dayton for car infotainment, Rohde &
Schwarz for its Protocol Tester, and Honeywell Building Automation.

With eXtremeDB, McObject offers a new type of database to meet the unique
performance requirements and resource constraints of intelligent, connected
devices. With a footprint of 100K or less, eXtremeDB spares RAM and CPU
resources while delivering critical data management features. As an
all-in-memory database with a streamlined architecture, eXtremeDB delivers
instant responsiveness that complements SYSGO's real-time Linux.

And like ELinOS, eXtremeDB provides sophisticated developer tools. Features
include support for varied data and query types, and a powerful debugging
environment with a self-diagnostic API that catches a wide range of common
programming errors before they slip into runtime code. McObject customers
include Genesis Microchip, which uses eXtremeDB in digital TV embedded
software, and Boeing, which recently chose eXtremeDB High Availability for
R&D-stage enhancements to its AH-64D Apache Longbow combat helicopter.

"McObject is pleased to be working with SYSGO to add reliable, real-time
data management to the solid ELinOS embedded application development
foundation," said Steve Graves, McObject co-founder and CEO. "Both companies
believe in making developers' lives easier and are committed to helping
customers create groundbreaking embedded software while accelerating
time-to-market. These shared traits bode well for our future successful
working relationship."

"To add McObject's eXtremeDB is another building block for our powerful
embedded Linux development environment ELinOS," Knut Degen, CEO of SYSGO,
said. "ELinOS provides a full IDE and has all the tools on board to help
developers to easily build their embedded devices."

About SYSGO

SYSGO AG specializes in the development, implementation and customization of
system software for embedded systems with a strong focus on the Operating
System environment (Embedded Linux or RTOS). SYSGO develops device drivers
and Board Support Packages (BSPs) for custom hardware and integrates third
party middleware software solutions and networking protocol stacks. SYSGO
serves major international companies with consulting services and support at
the interface between hardware and software. By providing the foundation
software, SYSGO enables the customer to fully concentrate on the development
of the application. Based in Germany, the company supports a variety of OEM
customers throughout the world, including DaimlerChrysler, EADS, IBM,
Philips, Raytheon, Rockwell Collins, Rohde & Schwarz, and Siemens.

About McObject

Founded by embedded database and real-time systems experts, McObject offers
proven data management technology that makes intelligent devices smarter,
more reliable and more cost-effective to develop and maintain. McObject
counts among its customers industry leaders such as DaimlerChrysler, Tyco
Thermal Controls, Genesis Microchip and Boeing. McObject, based in Issaquah,
WA, is committed to providing innovative technology and first rate services
to customers and partners. The company can be reached at +1-425-831-5964, or
visit www.mcobject.com.

McObject is a registered trademark and eXtremeDB is a trademark of McObject
LLC. All other company or product names mentioned herein are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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