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Linux Kernel and Linux Driver Development

We can customize the Linux kernel for your device and optimize it for better CPU, RAM, ROM, and flash memory performance. The team also offers Linux driver development, including built-in and user-space drivers for your distribution of choice.

What we do

Integra offers Linux kernel and driver development for embedded systems running high-power processors. The team has hands-on experience in modifying and customizing the Linux kernel, building device drivers, and integrating periphery. We run all the necessary tests to ensure the quality of driver development, Linux kernel customization, or any other work. Our developers work with the most popular Linux distros, including Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, and others.
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What’s included

PCBs for Linux-based embedded devices.

Periphery Integration

The team can integrate your Linux-based embedded device with various peripheries. We will create and install kernel-mode and user-mode drivers depending on project specifications. All you need to do is provide us with the technical characteristics of the peripheral devices you are going to use.
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Linux Kernel Module Development

In some performance-critical real-time applications, interacting with hardware requires access to specific information in the system. For these situations, we develop kernel modules – pieces of code that are directly inserted into the Linux kernel. A kernel module has access to everything in the system and operates at the highest possible speed. Linux kernel module development provides a way to diagnose system issues. We widely use diagnostic tools and add logs to the developed modules to facilitate development and further support.
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Linux User-Mode Driver Development

User-space drivers interact with devices through kernel-supported functions. While they offer lower response time than kernel-space drivers, they are less demanding in terms of code quality and require fewer development resources.
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Our projects

Check Integra’s previous projects that included Linux kernel and Linux driver development.

System and Application Software for Monochrome and RGB LED Matrix Display

The display integrates with traffic management systems. The software created provides effective communication with the traffic management system.
  • Custom software development
  • Kernel and driver development
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A Control Panel for IoT-Based Smart Home Automation System

Within the scope of the project, the team developed three PCBs, a custom Linux image, and drivers for different modules of the smart home system.
  • Embedded hardware development
  • IoT
  • Kernel and driver development
  • Linux
  • Smart Home

Custom DIY Tablet Based on Raspberry Pi for Teaching Kids How to Code

The tablet can be assembled by following instructions. We built an OS and two apps that teach how to compose digital music and code with Minecraft.
  • Education
  • Embedded hardware development
  • Embedded software development
  • Firmware development
  • Kernel and driver development

Programmable Robots for Education: Software and Firmware Development

The project was delivered for DaVinci Labs. We implemented custom software development for Lego Mindstorms EV3 and Makeblock MeAuriga robots.
  • AWS Kernel and driver development
  • Custom software development
  • Education
  • Firmware development
  • Robotics
  • Web development

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Why choose Integra Sources

Innovative problem-solving skills, in-depth expertise, and enthusiasm make us a strong partner for hardware and software development.
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Integration

  • Adaptation to customers’ management systems
  • Integration into customers’ development processes

Flexibility

  • Flexibility in development
  • Flexibility in communication

Communication

  • High level of communication
  • Personal account management
  • Legal security guarantee

Transparency

  • Transparency in development processes
  • Customer’s dashboard
  • Clear timelines
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Industries

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Consumer Electronics

Consumer devices, wearables, smart home solutions, desktop, mobile, and web applications.

Power Electronics

BESS and BMS solutions, charging systems, electric motor controllers, power conversion.

Extractive Industry & Manufacturing

Industrial automation, industrial IoT, computer vision, tracking solutions, wearables, industrial UAVs.

Healthcare

HMIs for medical equipment, wearables, computer vision and AI-based diagnostics solutions.

Logistics & Transportation

Location and status tracking for freight and vehicles, warehouse robotics, order and warehouse management systems.

Science & Education

Measuring and testing equipment, programmable robots, e-learning solutions, curriculum management systems.

Agriculture

UAVs and autonomous robots, soil analysis and climate control systems, solutions for precision agriculture, asset tracking.

Entertainment

Multimedia solutions, video streaming systems, desktop and mobile applications, drones.

Robotics

Hardware and software, electric motor controllers, computer vision algorithms, AI solutions.

Consumer Electronics

Consumer devices, wearables, smart home solutions, desktop, mobile, and web applications.

Power Electronics

BESS and BMS solutions, charging systems, electric motor controllers, power conversion.

Extractive Industry & Manufacturing

Industrial automation, industrial IoT, computer vision, tracking solutions, wearables, industrial UAVs.

Healthcare

HMIs for medical equipment, wearables, computer vision and AI-based diagnostics solutions.

Logistics & Transportation

Location and status tracking for freight and vehicles, warehouse robotics, order and warehouse management systems.

Science & Education

Measuring and testing equipment, programmable robots, e-learning solutions, curriculum management systems.

Agriculture

UAVs and autonomous robots, soil analysis and climate control systems, solutions for precision agriculture, asset tracking.

Entertainment

Multimedia solutions, video streaming systems, desktop and mobile applications, drones.

Robotics

Hardware and software, electric motor controllers, computer vision algorithms, AI solutions.
We've worked with
enterprises
and
startups
from Europe, the USA, Australia, and Asia
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Our tech stack

Languages

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OS

Linux logo. Linux Embedded logo. UNIX logo.

Processor Architectures

ARM 7/9/11, Cortex M0/M3/M4/A8/A7/A9, MIPS, RISC-V, x86/x86-64.

IDE

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Interfaces

CF/MMC/SD, DVI, Ethernet, HDMI, I2S, LAN, LCD, LPC, PCI, PCI-E, SATA, USB, 10G, SPI, RS-232, RS-485, RS-422, CAN, I2C, UART, MIPI, DSI.

Testing and certification

Integra’s services include thorough testing, debugging, and pre-certification steps. Our experts carefully review the certification requirements applied to the product and stick to them at all development stages. We provide all the necessary documentation for further electronics certification and software audits.
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We get acquainted with the concept of the future solution and sign a non-disclosure agreement. The team gathers project requirements, studies relevant documents, and analyzes rival products on the market. At this phase, a preliminary project evaluation is made.

2

We contact the customer to confirm the project requirements. Then we create a technical specification and set a budget and deadlines.

3

We make the final evaluation of the project, make up a team, and schedule its workload.

4

We sign a contract for Linux device driver development or kernel module creation. The team gets to work.

5

We select libraries, languages, and tools and start development, factoring in device features and hardware configuration. The team identifies and eliminates bugs and optimizes the performance of the software. Customers receive daily reports on the progress. If necessary, the plan can be amended.

6

The team tests all the software functions. We check its performance under corresponding operating conditions and run some tests required for product certification. If necessary, the product is then modified.

7

After the tests, we finalize the necessary documentation. We can prepare manuals if the product is designed for in-house use.

8

When the development process is finished, customers can enjoy a free warranty period. During this time, the team will fix any bugs and defects in the product.

Reviews

“Integra's team helped us clarify our requirements and change systems architecture to achieve the final goal. I'd say that the flexibility and enthusiasm of both engineering and management teams throughout the whole project were some of the things we value most in our collaboration.”
Dr. Sam Wass
University of East London
“Integra Sources are great to work with and highly skilled. Definitely A graders.”
James Freeman
CEO at GP2U Telehealth
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Frequently Asked Questions

Read this information to better understand the process of Linux driver development and kernel creation.

What do I get when the project is finished?

Upon project completion, the customer receives a fully functional software product, source codes, and detailed technical documentation. The customer will receive all the necessary instructions on how to use the product. We will also answer any questions and provide training if necessary.

What about intellectual property rights?

The cession of intellectual property rights is legislated in our contracts. We also sign a non-disclosure agreement to protect any sensitive information. We will mention your project on our website and other platforms only with your permission.

Can you build one driver for all versions of the kernel?

Unfortunately, at present, there is no single driver that will fit all the different versions of the kernel. If a new version of the kernel is compatible with the previous one, it might be enough to make a few tweaks to the driver. If it’s not compatible, we might need to rewrite the driver completely.

Can you integrate a driver into the mainline kernel?

Yes, if it makes sense. If you’re going to sell your device worldwide, or if there is a large demand for your device, or the functionality it offers, we can integrate the driver with the mainline kernel so people around the world can easily find and install it.

How do you configure a driver?

A driver is configured in the device tree. It’s a special file needed to enable and set up the driver. It is used by the Linux kernel for managing hardware components.

Can a kernel module be used with different kernel versions?

A binary module can’t be used with different versions of the kernel. It must be compiled for a specific version. However, the source code may be compatible with different kernel versions. If you have the source code, we can install the module using the "compile by install" method, where we build the module for a new Linux version.

How does an app connect to a driver?

A good way is to create a file in the "/dev" directory. System calls like read, write, and ioctl (input/output control) may be used. The file appears in the file system after we have configured a driver in the device tree.

Can I communicate with a device without a driver?

The Linux kernel has pre-installed drivers for some popular standard interfaces, such as SPI, I2C, USB, etc. You can control the device in the user space using these interfaces.

Do you provide driver testing services?

Sure! Our Linux driver development services include testing and bug fixing, so the drivers you get are fully tested by our team. We run automated tests for software drivers and also use manual testing methods.

Can you guarantee the quality of the product?

We pay great attention to the quality of our work. The customer receives fully functional software and a detailed user manual. After finishing the project, we provide a free warranty period, during which the team will eliminate any discovered bugs. During the post-warranty period, we can also provide advice on possible modernization and modification of your product.

What is the minimum completion time?

The timing of a project largely depends on its specifics, complexity, scale, choice of components, and logistics. For example, a project audit can take 1-2 months, while AI-based software development usually lasts much longer. We always set realistic deadlines when preparing the spec and stick to the schedule at all project stages.

Who are your customers?

We develop projects for private enterprises and public organizations: small, medium, and large businesses, mining and manufacturing enterprises, startups, healthcare organizations, and enterprises engaged in other industries.

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