A few years ago, the FACE™ Integration Workshop Standing Committee introduced the Basic Avionics Lightweight Source Archetype (BALSA), a reference implementation that showcases Units of Conformance (UoCs) aligned with the FACE Technical Standard. BALSA serves as a practical demonstration for potent

Integrating diverse connectivity solutions and standards remains a top hurdle for system designers and integrators building complex Industrial IoT ecosystems. RTI has been driving the Industrial IoT revolution by creating standardized connectivity gateways that enable DDS systems to seamlessly in

On Monday, April 23, the automotive industry’s flagship AUTOSAR Adaptive Platform released its 18.03 specification. What sets this edition apart is the first official binding to the OMG Data Distribution Service (DDS) standard, opening a new horizon for data‑centric, real‑time communication in auto

\n\nChanges in the way we travel and deliver goods are already underway. Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and drones have become commonplace; in 2017 alone, millions of drones were shipped, and the U.S. now hosts over 770,000 registered aircraft. Registration is mandatory for any drone weighing more

We sincerely thank everyone who attended the 2018 Connext Conferences in Munich and Boston. These two‑day gatherings delivered a rich mix of learning, networking, and real‑world demonstrations of how customers are deploying Connext DDS in industry. What Is the Connext Conference? The Connext Confer

The Industrial Internet Consortium (IIC) is turning its testbed initiative into tangible outcomes. In partnership with RTI, the Microgrid Testbed showcases how a fully renewable‑powered grid can be realized—surpassing the current 40% renewable ceiling—and demonstrates seamless integration with clou

The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) represents the most significant technological transformation of our era, yet it remains mired in confusion. While hospitals, factories, transportation hubs, and power plants operate much as they did a quarter‑century ago, the convergence of high‑performance

In today’s heterogeneous IoT landscape, no single protocol can meet every communication need. MQTT excels at lightweight edge‑to‑cloud telemetry, yet its broker‑centric design limits horizontal scalability and real‑time control. Data Distribution Services (DDS), on the other hand, is engineered fo

Choosing the right consistency model is a cornerstone of modern distributed system design, especially in industrial IoT (IIoT). The decision directly impacts availability, fault tolerance, and overall system performance. This article focuses on replication consistency—how data is shared acro

As 2018 draws to a close, blockchain is nearing the Gartner Hype Cycle’s “trough of disillusionment.” While that term may sound ominous, the technology continues to dominate headlines. For many, blockchain is a powerful tool awaiting the right industry fit. Cryptocurrency remains the most visible

We’re excited to introduce RTI Perftest 2.4, the latest evolution of our performance‑testing toolkit for RTI Connext DDS. This update delivers a smoother, more informative out‑of‑the‑box experience, empowering users to understand and optimize their test scenarios with greater confidence. Key enhanc

If you missed the first part of this series, we recommend reading it to understand the foundational concepts. In the previous article, we outlined how RTI’s research group is exploring blockchain solutions for a niche class of real‑time operational systems. These use cases diverge from conventiona

Summer is the perfect time to dive deeper into Industrial IoT (IIoT). Whether you’re a software architect, developer, or industry leader, we’ve curated the most insightful content to fuel your knowledge and spark innovation. Below are four trusted sources that deliver real-world expertise and cutti

SmartGrid, MicroGrid, DERs, and green energy are buzzwords that many North American consumers still see as distant promises. In reality, the way we generate and deliver electricity feels like a passenger‑side mirror: the changes are real, but they appear far away and easy to ignore. That perception

An Interview with Tracy Rausch, CEO of DocBox During a recent Object Management Group event in Boston focused on End‑to‑End Quality Management in Healthcare, I had the opportunity to speak with Tracy Rausch, the CEO of DocBox. Over the past decade, DocBox has championed efficiency in healthcare by

To jumpstart your Connext DDS project, RTI’s Professional Services now offers a complimentary, three‑session onboarding program designed to guide you from concept to production. In the first session, we’ll sit down with your team to understand your business goals, technical requirements, and near‑

\n\nThe second release of ROS2, codenamed Bouncy Bolson, is now available for download from the official ROS2 website for Intel Linux, Windows, and iOS.\n\nROS (Robot Operating System) is an open‑source framework for building robotic systems. ROS2 builds on the original platform, delivering higher p

Why Continuous Monitoring Matters When your IIoT network is up and running, it can still suffer from hidden issues: network latency, node failures, or unexpected changes from software upgrades and new deployments. These problems degrade application performance, but without ongoing observation, pin

RTI Connext DDS is the industry’s go‑to framework for high‑reliability, real‑time data connectivity. With over 1,000 mission‑critical deployments worldwide, it has proven its ability to keep critical systems running smoothly. Even if you haven’t heard of Connext DDS before, you’ve probably alread

ROS 2 relies on DDS for its underlying communication layer, yet achieving flawless interoperability between a native DDS deployment and ROS 2 can still pose subtle challenges. This guide distills the practical steps and configuration tweaks that have proven effective as of the “Bouncy Bolson” (Jul