Adrian Johnson
TLDR:
Codasip, a RISC-V Custom Compute startup, has received certifications for the functional safety standard ISO 26262 and the cybersecurity engineering standard ISO/SAE 21434 from TÜV SÜD. This Czech-German startup provides intellectual property (IP) for RISC-V processors and tools for processor design. They offer their tools and IP for free to academic institutions and universities. Codasip is working on various aspects of processor technology, including functional safety, security, acceleration, and low-power solutions.
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Codasip, a RISC-V Custom Compute startup, has announced that it has achieved certification for the functional safety standard ISO 26262 and the cybersecurity engineering standard ISO/SAE 21434. These certifications were awarded by TÜV SÜD, confirming that Codasip’s IP hardware engineering development processes, guidelines, and work instructions meet the rigorous requirements of these standards.
Codasip is a Czech-German startup that provides intellectual property (IP) for RISC-V processors. They have design centres across Europe and offer their tools and IP for free to academic institutions and universities. Codasip’s tools allow developers to create CPUs using a high-level, C-like language and enable customisation and quick iteration in processor design.
As part of their development process, Codasip is focusing on various aspects of processor technology, such as functional safety, security, acceleration, and low-power solutions. Their adherence to standardised processes provides a foundation for efficient IP product compliance and assessments, particularly in the automotive industry where these certifications are crucial.
The company, which began around 10 years ago in Brno, Czech Republic, is known for its Studio tool that enables developers to define the processor’s architecture, simulate its performance, and generate the necessary hardware description files. Codasip’s commitment to standardised processes, free access for academic institutions, and focus on advancing processor technology demonstrate their dedication to innovation and quality in the field of RISC-V processors.
