News
29.-30.06.2009
Training: Safety related development
IEC 61508
The international standard IEC 61508 is abstract. Therefore the interpretation and application of its requirements is quite demanding. We would like to help you get started in this field as easily as possible with this two-day training course.
Link to training information material.
04.05.2009
Publication in the magazine "Elektronik Praxis"
Article:
"Guide for the standard IEC 61508".
The international standard IEC 61508 is intended as a basic functional safety standard applicable to all kinds of industry. Over 500 sheets of paper with normative suggestions and specifications. An easy to digest introduction to the core concepts.
Link to the online article.
14.04.2009
10.Workshop Microcontroller-Application, Hochschule Mittweida
In this interesting workshop of the University of Applied Sciences Mittweida we give an introduction in "Softwarearchitecture and embedded UML- chances and limits".
Find out more information.
23.-24.04.2009
Training: RTOS-Training
A comprehensive introduction on the topic of real-time operating systems and show techniques for their most effective application in software development.
Link to training information material.
21.-22.04.2009
Training: NXP LPC2000 Hands-on-Workshop
In this workshop we give a summary of the specifics of the ARM7 architecture and show techniques for its effective application.
Link to training information material.
03.-05.03.2009
Embedded world Conference
Presentation "IEC61508 - Developing Safety-oriented Software" at the embedded world conference
Link to the conference agenda.
08.-10.12.2008
ESE Congress
In cooperation with Willert Software Tools we will hold a presentation on the topic of using UML for the development of small scale Embedded Systems at the ESE congress.
Link to the conference agenda.
08.12.2008
embedded world Conference
This year we have been given the opportunity to speak at the embedded world Conference held in Nuremberg (Germany). The workshop will give an introductional overview of the international safety standard IEC61508 as well as the main requirements for safety related software in Embedded-Systems.
The class is scheduled for 04.03.2009 9:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and is titled “IEC61508 - Developing Safety-oriented Software”
You can find the entire conference program here.
03.12.2008
Publication in the magazine "Elektronik Praxis"
Article on the topic of using UML in real-time systems in the special issue "Embedded Software Engineering" (December 2008).
You can read the article at the magazine’s website (German only).
24.11.2008
Solution for Puzzle
Some time ago we presented to you our logo puzzle. As promised we are providing you with the solution for the puzzle.
You can find the PDF file containing the solution for the puzzle here.
03.11.2008
New format and new schedule for our trainings
We decided to use a different format for our trainings. We will hold two-day workshops about ARM7 microcontrollers, RTX/Real-Time Library and safety-sensitive systems according to IEC61508.
Furthermore we will extend our program. New training topics will be ARM Cortex-M3 derivatives by ST Microelectronics as well as Luminary Micro.
You can find further information and the next dates here.
30.10.2008
ESE Congress: 8. till 10.12.2008 in Sindelfingen (Germany)
From 8th till 10th of December the first ESE Congress will be held in Sindelfingen (Germany). The congress is the first convention in German language that focuses on the development of Embedded Systems. Quategra will also be attending the congress. Together with our partners of Willert Software Tools we will hold a presentation about the using UML for the development of small scale Embedded Systems.
For further information visit the official website.
15.10.2008
DESIGN&ELEKTRONIK Developer Forum 2008:
Quategra and Willert Software Tools will hold a one-day practical workshop. We will give an extensive introduction for the use of ARM microcontrollers based on a consistent practical example.
Link to the conference agenda.
13.10.2008
Puzzle
Maybe you ran across one of our puzzles lately. It is a puzzle compiled of 4 U-shaped pieces that need to be laced into each other in a way to form a square which shows the Quategra logo.
If you would like to try it out, you can download the puzzle here. Just print out the sheet and cut out the four pieces.
We will provide you with the solution for the puzzle in a few days.
We hope you enjoy yourself!
You can find the PDF file containing the puzzle here.
11.09.2008
KEIL RTX-Kernel and Software Architecture Training in Zollikofen (Switzerland)
Again Quategra and Redacom AG are holding a training together. From 21st to 23rd of October you can find out how to use the KEIL RealView tool chain, especially the simulator function of the uVision 3 IDE. The second day will be dedicated to real-time operating systems for embedded systems. The third day of the training you will learn how to use the RealView® Real-Time Library.
Further information
22.07.2008
DESIGN&ELEKTRONIK Forum “Successfully Using ARM Microcontrollers"
This event also contains a practical workshop where Quategra and Willert Software Tools will give an extensive introduction for the use of ARM microcontrollers based on a practical example.
More information and agenda
03.06.2008
Cooperation with Leipzig University of Applied Sciences
The department of Electrical Engineering and Information Technology of the Leipzig University of Applied Sciences (HTWK) is carrying on to strive for a high level of quality in education to countervail the decreasing numbers of applicants for a university place that is caused by demographic reasons. ‘An education that complies with modern requirements and prepares for the actual work as an engineer guarantees for a high interest in the studies.’ says Prof. Sturm, who has acquired local assistance in this semester. ‘Quategra’, a company in Leipzig, which deals with the development of safety sensitive embedded systems (e.g. for the use in biomedical equipment) and also holds trainings in this special field of work, could be employed for lectures at the HTWK. The executive director, Olaf C. Winne, describes the potential and specifics of the use of modern microcomputers during his course of lectures. ‘Such a close connection of university and practice is a great benefit for both sides.’ comments Mr. Winne. And Prof. Sturm adds: ‚Of course this is also a good thing for Leipzig as more young people decide on an education in this city because of the attractive courses of studies.’ That way he sees an option to satisfy the increasing demand for engineers.
Webpage of the department Electrical Engineering and Information Technology
21.04.2008
Training: Development of Safety-Related Software according to IEC 61508-3
Apart from the ARM training that is held in Leipzig on a regular basis we will also offer a workshop about the subject of developing safety-related software according to IEC 61508-3. This training will be held from 29th to 30th of September 2008.
Further information and agenda
03.04.2008
ARM Ltd. acquires a licence for the Quategra ARM Embedded Training
Last month ARM Ltd. obtained a licence to use the English training materials for our ARM and Real-Time Library training. We are delighted about this cooperation.
During the five days of the training the design of ARM-based processor cores (ARM7, ARM9, CORTEX-M3) is explained and the specifics that need to be regarded when developing C-programs for ARM-based embedded systems are exemplified. The participants learn how to design efficient software architecture and how to use real time operating systems in the most effective way. To provide the participants with an immediate benefit many practical exercises are made.
Further information and agenda
14.03.2008
ARM Training with CORTEX-M3
Our ARM and KEIL Real-Time Library training will be held again from 14th to 18th of April. Due to the increasing demand for CORTEX-M3 derivates we have adapted our successful concept for the training. We will give you more knowledge about the design and the usage of ARM CORTEX-M3 microcontrollers. The embedded RTOS RTX-Kernel and the components of the KEIL Real-Time Library (TCPnet, FFS, etc.) were also given more room within the training.
Further information and agenda
14.03.2008
Embedded-UML Trial Course
Our Partner Willert Software Tools offers a one day introduction to the subject of UML for embedded systems. The course will be held in Bueckeburg.
"In just one day we will provide you with an overview about the most important UML base elements and will use them in practical exercises. During the course we are focusing particularly on requirements of embedded software engineering. Admittedly you will not be able to apply UML after the workshop, but you will be able to make the first steps e.g. with an evaluation environment, in order to deepen your impression."
Further information about the trial course
10.03.2008
Embedded Display Builder (EDB) with Touch-Support
The Embedded Display Builder provides an easy and fast GUI design for embedded systems. Now the CASE tool is also available with touch screen support. By using "interactive regions" within each display touch responsive fields can be defined that react on predefined actions.
Link to easy and fast GUI development
01.03.2008
KEIL RTX-Kernel Training in Switzerland
A training about the application of RTOS in embedded systems is held in Switzerland from 11th to 13th March. This is a cooperation between Quategra and Redacom AG. Main focuses of the training will be software architecture and the application of KEIL RTX-Kernel in real time sensitive systems.
Further information
15.11.2007
DESIGN&ELEKTRONIK - ARM Developers forum rerun
After the big success of the ARM-workshop in October, DESING&ELEKTRONIK reruns the forum 23rd of January in Hamburg.
The one-day workshop presents how to design ARM based systems with modern methods from idea to target.