by agnes | Mar 5, 2025 | PRESS RELEASE
Grepit, a leading company in embedded systems and product development, has since 2020 collaborated with a Swedish car manufacturer. Grepit’s technical expertise has been a contributing part in implementing the program language Rust into the car’s embedded systems.
Crucial factors for the project were safety and efficiency. Rust is a young programming language that rose to popularity due to its emphasis on security and performance. With attributes that align well with the car manufacturer’s vision, Rust became the obvious choice for the future development of the company.
Key players from Grepit have been Per Lindgren, employee at Grepit and Professor in Embedded Systems at Luleå University of Technology, and Johan Eriksson, Technical Manager at Grepit. Together they began exploring the potential of using Rust in embedded systems. Their research showed promising results and was presented at a conference in Berlin, where they crossed paths with the Swedish car manufacturer, who were seeking ways to use Rust in developing the embedded system in one of their car models.
The technical lead developer for the project was Julius Gustavsson, Chief Software Architect at the car manufacturer. He saw early on the benefits of using Rust and was the main reason the company adopted it. Grepit then provided essential expertise to turn the vision into a reality.
– We teamed up with Grepit to get us up and running, Julius says in a previous interview with Medium.
The collaboration between Grepit and the car manufacturer extends beyond code development. It involves active participation in Rust-related initiatives and communities. Grepit’s engagement with the Rust language aligns with the car manufacturer’s vision to expand the use of Rust to more systems, including key developments for automotive brands.
-The project has been successful, and we are proud to have been a contributing part in developing the manufacturer’s use of Rust. Our expertise has supported their project and strengthened our collaboration with them. We are ready to show our expertise to other departments within their company and other companies, Anna Costalonga says, Manager at Grepit North.
Read more about Rust and the project in Medium’s article: Link to interview with Julius
Julius also talks about Rust and the collaboration with Grepit in the: Corrode Podcast.
For more information, or to book a meeting to discuss how we can support your business with Rust or other Product development, kindly contact us at Grepit: Contact us | Grepit.
by agnes | Mar 5, 2025 | PRESS RELEASE
Grepit, a leader in technology development, was commissioned by the Vidsel Test Range (VTR)—a test site under the Swedish Defense Materiel Administration (FMV)—to enhance a key component of their moving ground targets used during weapons testing. The result was that the entire component was optimized, and the manufacturing process was made more efficient.
The Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) is a remotely operated driverless vehicle designed to simulate dynamic ground targets during military exercises and weapons tests. Operated through a specialized control box, the UGV can be safely maneuverer from a distance, ensuring precision and safety in test environments.
Grepit’s contribution
As the control box is part of a larger operational system, FMV’s wish was to streamline the manufacturing process. With the help of Grepit, the control system has been optimized and packaged, which has resulted in improvements both on the inside and outside to facilitate the manufacturing and usage of the box.
David Eriksson, Electrical Engineer at Grepit, highlighted the improvements:
– By moving all parts to an in-house manufactured embedded system, we simplify manufacturing and make it possible to easily modify the control box.
Hanna Kristensson, Manager at Grepit West, is also pleased with the result:
– We have delivered what was requested and more. We are happy about this collaboration and that we get the opportunity to be a key player in technical solutions. I look forward to future collaborations with FMV where we can continue to be a supplier of high-quality, technical products.
For more information about Grepit’s cutting-edge solutions, visit our website: Contact Us | Grepit.
About Grepit AB:
Grepit AB, founded in 2014 and a proud member of the Tech Invest North group, is a technology development company with a strong presence both nationally and internationally. The company is dedicated to creating innovative and sustainable technology solutions that make a difference. With offices in both Sweden and abroad, and as the recent winner of the Growth of the Year award at the Luleå Business Awards, Grepit is ready for continued success and growth.
by johanna | May 31, 2024 | PRESS RELEASE
Grepit AB, a leading player in technology development with headquarters in Luleå and Gothenburg, specializes in customized embedded systems. With teams located from Umeå to Palo Alto, Grepit is perfectly positioned to meet and exceed the technical needs of companies worldwide.
Expertise in embedded systems
Grepit’s embedded systems division is known for its ability to seamlessly integrate software and hardware. By combining in-depth knowledge in electrical engineering and software design, they can offer solutions that streamline operations and enhance productivity across a variety of industrial sectors, including automotive, building technology, mining, and defense.
Collaboration as the key to success
Grepit has, through collaboration with industry leaders such as Volvo Cars and Zpark Energy Systems, as well as companies like GemPen Diamond Screener and Fracsinus, developed products and technologies that not only meet but also change market norms. Grepit’s goal is to continue to provide implementable solutions that create added value for both Grepit’s clients and their end-users.
Improved performance and innovation
Grepit’s technical solutions optimize performance and sustainability, giving their clients a significant competitive advantage. Through meticulous design and verification processes, the company ensures that each project delivers technical excellence and real value to customers.
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