eProsima introduces SafeCam, a demonstration prototype showcasing the capabilities of Safe DDS, the ISO 26262-certified middleware for real-time and safety-critical communication. SafeCam integrates multiple sensor modalities, including an IMU (Inertial Measurement Unit), a ToF (Time of Flight) sensor, and an image sensor, to highlight Safe DDS’s deterministic, low-latency, and scalable communication framework for embedded and distributed systems.
Technical Overview
- MCU: ESP32-S3
- Image Sensor: OV2640 (2 MPx)
- IMU: Bosch BMI323 (low-power mobile IMU)
- ToF Sensor: VL53L0X (up to 8m range)
- Middleware: Safe DDS, embedded friendly and safety-critical applications
- Real-Time Data Streaming: Transmission of video and spatial positioning over DDS topics
- ROS 2 Integration: Full configurability for resolutions (VGA, SVGA, XGA, HD… up to 2 MPx)
Demonstrating Safe DDS in Real-Time Sensor Fusion
SafeCam is designed to illustrate how SafeDDS enables reliable, real-time sensor fusion and secure data transmission, crucial for safety critical applications in robotics, industrial automation, automotive, and aerospace. The prototype leverages low-cost hardware and high-performance middleware to simulate real-world scenarios where deterministic communication is essential.
Safe DDS: A Middleware for Safety-Critical Systems
Safe DDS, the core middleware behind SafeCam, is designed for high-reliability and safety-critical applications. Its deterministic communication model, combined with fault-tolerant architecture and ISO 26262 certification, ensures secure and efficient real-time data exchange across distributed systems.
Safe DDS Demonstration Highlights with SafeCam
- Reliable real-time transmission of sensor data
- Deterministic behavior in safety-critical applications
- Optimized system discovery and reduced network load
- Seamless ROS 2 integration for real-time robotics and automation
Unlocking the Potential of Safe DDS
SafeCam serves as a practical demonstration of Safe DDS’s capabilities, showcasing its ability to handle real-time, multi-sensor environments with high reliability. Developers and engineers looking for a robust, certified DDS implementation for safety-critical domains can explore Safe DDS for their next-generation systems.
🔗 Learn more about Safe DDS: https://www.eprosima.com/middleware/safe-dds
