Infineon Technologies AG, in collaboration with partners such as HighTec EDV-Systeme, has launched a new Rust ecosystem for AURIX™ microcontrollers, aimed at meeting the strict requirements of the automotive industry for software reliability and performance. This ecosystem includes HighTec's latest ISO 26262 ASIL D-certified Rust compiler, providing powerful development tools and support for AURIX™ TC3x and TC4x.
The HighTec Rust compiler integrates a pre-configured build system that provides easy access to the AURIX™ Rust ecosystem, including I/O libraries, drivers, Rust runtime, sample projects, and use cases for mixed integration with C/C++. Complementing AURIX™'s mature C/C++ compiler, the compiler ensures seamless integration between Rust and traditional C/C++ code, offering developers better interoperability.
Mario Cupelli, Chief Technology Officer at HighTec, said: "We are excited to contribute to Infineon's Rust ecosystem with the introduction of the first safety-certified Rust compiler, helping AURIX™ customers develop more secure and efficient applications."
Thomas Schneid, Senior Director of Software, Partner Relations, and Ecosystem Management at Infineon Technologies, also stated: "Rust allows developers to fully leverage the advantages of our MCU, mitigate security risks, shorten development cycles, and reduce costs. In the automotive industry, a robust software ecosystem is crucial for tools to meet automotive standards. We look forward to collaborating with Rust partners like HighTec to create a complete AURIX™ Rust ecosystem."
In addition to the Rust compiler, the AURIX™ Rust ecosystem includes Infineon's TC37x Peripheral Access Library (PAC), a set of Bluewind peripheral drivers, Veecle's Rust runtime NOS, and tools from Lauterbach and PLS, providing comprehensive development support and tools for customers. This expanded AURIX™ Rust ecosystem also includes a comprehensive set of documentation to help developers evaluate and develop secure applications using Rust.