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This section provides an overview for emulators as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 14 emulator manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked emulator companies as of December, 2024: 1.Precision Development, 2.SANBlaze Technology, Inc., 3.Get Control, Inc..
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An emulator is a tool, either in software or hardware form, that replicates the functionality of another system. This replication allows the host system to run software or use peripheral devices designed for the emulated system.
Software emulators enable applications designed for one operating system, such as Android OS, to run on a different operating system, like Windows OS. Hardware emulators, on the other hand, are often used in the development and debugging of software for devices with microcontrollers.
The core principle behind emulation lies in the conversion of high-level or visual programming languages into machine language (binary code), which can be processed by hardware. All digital technology, including hardware circuits and peripheral devices, operates on binary logic. Thus, both software and hardware execute operations using 0s and 1s, albeit through different mechanisms.
Software emulators allow applications developed for one platform to run on another, such as running Android applications on Windows OS. While they facilitate cross-platform compatibility, they may result in reduced operation speed due to the additional layer of emulation.
This category also includes browser emulators that enable web pages designed for one browser to be displayed in another, potentially affecting performance due to the emulator's processing.
The in-circuit emulator (ICE) is a prominent example used in microcontroller software development. It emulates the functionality of a microcontroller, providing terminals for external status monitoring, connection to external memory, and setting breakpoints for debugging purposes.
Hardware emulators also facilitate the use of software on obsolete or malfunctioning computers, extending the life of legacy systems and applications.
Effective use of ICE requires programs that operate hardware components directly. While higher-level languages offer simplicity, C programming is preferred for microcontroller ROM due to its smaller code footprint and closer proximity to assembler language, enhancing real-time performance and hardware control.
A hybrid emulator, combining hardware and software elements, can emulate a complete computer system. This allows for the development and debugging of new operating systems on a simulated platform.
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Precision Development Automation was founded in 1990 and is based in Fremont, C.A.Austries is a manufacturer of systems and software for automation in various industries. The company offers software development, systems engineering, project management, control systems, and, embedded systems as well as services including test engineering, firmware Engineering, factory automation, E84 host emulator, and, thermal engineering for semiconductor solar, automotive, and, manufacturing industries. They also develop and design application software, user Interface, SEMI SECS/GEM protocols, control systems, and, MODBUS/TCP protocols for the networking, cloud computing, multimedia, and software engineering sectors.
Get Control, Inc. was founded in 1980 and is based in Gilbert, Arizona, United States is a manufacturer and supplier of analysis & testing equipment for various industrial applications. The company provides automated material handoff products, environmental monitoring products, automated tester products, and, optical transceivers, along with handheld testers, data logging devices, and, tri-axial accelerometer test tools, that have applications in semiconductor, connector & cable assembly, military, aerospace, and telecommunications industries. They also offer custom engineering, product development, and, prototype development, as well as recording & analysis, hardware & software design, and, system assembly services.
SANBlaze Technology, a company established in 2003 and headquartered in Littleton, Massachusetts, United States, is a manufacturer of storage emulation and validation solutions. The company provides a range of storage products, including Fibre Channel, NVMe, SAS, and SCSI test solutions. These products enable customers to emulate and validate storage systems, to ensure reliability and performance. The solutions offered by the company are utilized in various industries, including storage development, data centers, and enterprise IT. The company also offers comprehensive customer services including personalized assistance to ensure the effective implementation and utilization of their storage emulation and validation solutions.
TP-Link Technologies Co., Ltd., founded in 1996 with headquarters in China, is a global manufacturer of computer networking products and accessories. The company's products include consumer and business modems, routers, WiFi devices, smart plugs, smart sensors, and many more. TP-Link products are available through numerous distributors and online stores and are found in homes, businesses, factories, and even large infrastructure projects. The company also offers repairs and troubleshooting services for all of its products.
Apposite Technologies was founded in 2005 and is based in Los Angeles, California, U.S.A. is a supplier of network emulation and network performance testing tools for various enterprises, application developers, military organizations, and the telecommunication sector worldwide. The company provides netropy network emulation, virtual network emulator & WAN emulator, software, and, linktropy network delay simulator tools, along with portable & mini WAN emulators that are deployed by application & equipment vendors, telecoms carriers, test labs, government organizations, and the military sector.
Sheldon Instruments Incorporated was founded in 1990 and is based in La Mesa, CA, USA is a supplier of real-time hardware & software products for various industries. The company provides multi-function I/O boards, emulators, accessories, custom development tools, and, device drivers, along with turn-key development tools, interfaces, signal processing systems, and, DSP-FPGA boards that have applications in software development, computer, technology, networking, and, hardware accessory production industries. They also offer services including circuit board design & layout, DSP hardware design & software development, FPGA hardware design & programming, and, complete turn-key systems.
Renesas Electronics Corporation was established in 2002 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Renesas is a global research, design, and manufacturer of semiconductors used in industries spanning automotive, consumer electronics, the internet of things, power & energy, and industrial sectors. Renesas manufactures both analog and digital products. Analog products include amplifiers, audio & video devices, data converters, PLC, and switches & multiplexers. Digital products include microcontrollers, memory components, sensors, wireless connectivity products, and others. Renesas also offers design resources such as kits, development tools, partner programs, and design tools.
Ranatec was founded in 1991 and is based in Gothenburg, Sweden is a manufacturer of test and measurement tools for RF and microwave applications in various industries. The company provides radar monitors, noise figure meters, microwave signal generators, RF heads, and, noise injection units, along with switching systems, mobile test instruments, high-power attenuators, and high-power terminations for Wireless Test Automation, RFI & EMI Shielding, and Radar Testing industries. The company is ISO9001:2015 certified and also offers radar maintenance equipment and RF switching & routing products.
Shenzhen Shengyu Electronics Technology Ltd., founded in 2008 and headquartered in Shenzhen, China, is an electric component distributor that is ISO 9001 certified. The company stocks several components, including switches, capacitors, and resistors, which it sources from multiple manufacturers like Seiko Instruments, Inc., Renesas Electronics America, and Nuvoton Technology Corporation America. Depending on the size and configuration of the customer’s components, the company provides a full range of packaging services. It accepts single or multiple-part quotations, and its website allows customers to search hundreds of products ranging from ICs to computer accessories.
Sohwa & Sophia Technologies Inc., established in 1983 and headquartered in Fukushima, Japan, is a manufacturer of products for R&D engineers. The company provides a range of products and services, including printed circuit board design, electronic equipment prototyping and development, and system development. It also offers embedded development solutions for Toshiba microcontrollers, such as Flash writers and emulators for the TX03 Series. It has developed a hand-held device for train navigation that does not require the remodeling of cars to install the units. It serves various industries such as the automotive, aerospace, and telecommunications industries.
Qosmotec Software Solutions GmbH was established in 2004 and is based in Aachen, Germany is a supplier of test automation systems based on wireless technology for mobile network operators and service providers. The company provides mobile network testers, call generators, mobile network monitors, network service testers, and, handover testers, along with MIMO Testers, test accessories, RF shield boxes, and UE test probes for the mobile network testing industry. They were awarded by the European CELTIC funding program in 2020 for their industrial research project named ReICOvAir.
Simnovus Tech Private Limited was founded in 2017 and is based in Cary, North Carolina, U.S.A. is a supplier of software-based products to accelerate 5G validation in the mobile network industry. The company offers software-based UE simulators, O-RU simulators, and Network emulators to validate 4G and 5G base stations and devices as well as provides a simpler licensing model, multi-technology support, and the ability to run on commercial off-the-shelf hardware. They help to carry out computer-related activities such as the maintenance of websites and the creation of multimedia presentations and also offer remote technical support to their clients.
InterWorking Labs, established in 1993 and based in Scotts Valley, California, is a software developer and supplier of network emulators and protocol testers. The company's product portfolio includes Virtual Maxwell Pro, Virtual KMAX, and Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP). These products are used in various sectors, including information technology (IT), education, and telecommunications. The company offers services including technical support, product customization, and training to help customers understand how to use its software. Some of its partners include Gambit Communications, SNMP Research International, Inc., and Tail-f Systems.
Polaris Networks was established in 2003 with its headquarters in Chicago, IL is a supplier of 4G & 5G Test & Measurement solutions and Deployment solutions for industries utilizing wireless technologies. The company offers emulators, functional testers, load testers, LTE packet core, and, Unicorn software that are needed by mobile network operators, internet service providers, and government agencies related to public safety and defense, as well as in industries such as energy, mining, oil exploration, and logistics. They also offer device testing, base station testing, core network testing, and MCX testing services.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Precision Development |
22.4%
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| 2 | SANBlaze Technology, Inc. |
15.5%
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| 3 | Get Control, Inc. |
12.1%
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| 4 | Sheldon Instruments Incorporated. |
10.3%
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| 5 | Apposite Technologies. |
5.2%
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| 6 | Simnovus Tech Private Limited |
5.2%
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| 7 | InterWorking Labs |
5.2%
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| 8 | Polaris Networks. |
5.2%
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| 9 | Qosmotec Software Solutions GmbH |
5.2%
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| 10 | Ranatec Instrument AB |
5.2%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the emulator page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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United States of America
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6 | 60.0% |
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Japan
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2 | 20.0% |
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Sweden
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1 | 10.0% |
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Germany
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1 | 10.0% |
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