Espial Group Inc.　エスピアル List of Products and Services

"Espial HTML5 Browser" is an HTML5 HMI/UI engine based on WebKit, tuned for speed and stability, designed for various embedded devices. It achieves high development efficiency utilizing HTML5, providing excellent UX while minimizing CPU and memory consumption, from simple screens to rich interfaces. There are numerous implementation examples, including UI for display and operation panels of line and industrial equipment, measurement and weighing devices, as well as operation panel UIs for home appliances like printers and intercoms, along with web application integration. Our company is well-versed in porting and optimization techniques from extensive implementation experience across many SoCs and operating systems. Please feel free to consult us when needed. 【Features】 ■ Highly tuned WebKit-based ■ Fast rendering and page transitions ■ Low consumption of CPU and memory resources ■ Long-term stable operation enabled by memory management features ■ Evolved by incorporating excellent features of the Blink engine ■ Network camera management, video and audio embedding possible ■ Provides a customizable API for browser customization *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

A new demo environment that operates with the "Espial Browser" is now available. Experience a rich UI/UX created with HTML Living Standard/HTML 5, CSS3, and JavaScript alongside our browser. The new demo environment allows for PTZ (pan/tilt/zoom) control of IP cameras (network cameras) from the UI, displaying the camera feed in the browser. The demo version of the "Espial Browser" is available for both the Linux version running on the NXP i.MX8M Plus platform and the Wind River VxWorks version. If you would like to request a demo or evaluation, please feel free to contact us.

• Software (middle, driver, security, etc.)

VxWorks is a real-time operating system (RTOS) designed to ensure the security, safety, and reliability necessary for the design and development of mission-critical embedded systems. With the support of the Espial browser, it becomes possible to provide a fast and rich UI/UX in the VxWorks environment. Previous applications of VxWorks include programmable displays and all-in-one printers for business use. [Applications] ■ Aerospace ■ Space ■ Defense ■ Medical ■ Automotive ■ Industrial sectors *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

• Embedded OS

The "Espial Browser" is a product that allows you to control the camera while playing back camera footage through the UI/UX on the browser. It supports network cameras (IP cameras) and provides JavaScript for camera control, including PTZ (pan, tilt, zoom), in addition to displaying camera footage. The network camera functionality is compatible with ONVIF V2.4 (Profile S), and it can be used with any network camera that supports this standard, regardless of the manufacturer or model. 【Features】 ■ Supports IP cameras ■ High speed ■ Resource-efficient *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Color camera

Now that digital transformation (DX) in the manufacturing industry is being actively promoted, the evolution of Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) is particularly notable. With the advent of touchscreen displays, visual interfaces are now entirely under software control, allowing for flexible configuration according to specific users or the state of the equipment. This document explains the essential elements required for the DX of industrial HMIs and introduces operating systems and browsers optimized for implementation in industrial machinery. We invite you to read it. [Contents] - Key points emphasized by developers in the industrial equipment industry - Transitional approaches for implementing advanced HMIs - Reasons why HTML5 brings about transformation - Benefits of using embedded browsers *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Embedded OS

Digital transformation is particularly evident in the evolution of Human Machine Interfaces (HMI). This document describes the key elements necessary for the digital transformation of industrial HMIs and introduces proven OS and browser technologies optimized for implementation in this segment. Wind River and Enghouse demonstrate how the combination of their technologies is driving digital transformation in the industrial market. We invite you to read it. [Contents] - Key values sought by customers in the industrial segment - Issues with transitional approaches - Reasons why HTML5 brings about transformation - Main values of the offering - Real-world solutions we have co-created *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Embedded OS

The "Espial HTML5 Browser" is an HTML5 HMI/UI engine based on WebKit, tuned for speed and stability, designed for various embedded devices. We hear various voices such as "I want to update without spending much time by connecting to the internet," "It's difficult to secure personnel with expertise in UI-specific languages," and "I want to provide more visually appealing content." Our company also allows for the downloading of optional features from the cloud, enabling high development efficiency and excellent UX through the use of HTML5, from simple screens to rich interfaces. We have a wealth of implementation examples, including operation panel UIs for printer devices, in-vehicle devices (navigation), FA and industrial equipment, and measurement and inspection devices, as well as web applications and network camera integration. Hybrid UI content that combines local and cloud capabilities is also possible. Even devices without internet connectivity can utilize only local UI content. 【Features】 ■ Highly tuned WebKit base for embedded devices ■ Avoids high CPU and memory resource consumption ■ Supports video playback and network camera image display ■ Memory management and UX management functions

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

"Espial HTML5 Browser" is an HTML5 HMI/UI engine based on WebKit, specifically tuned for speed and stability for various embedded devices. We hear various voices such as "I want to update without spending time by connecting to the internet," "It's difficult to secure personnel with expertise in UI-specific languages," and "I want to provide more visually appealing content." Our company also allows downloading optional features from the cloud, enabling high development efficiency and excellent UX by utilizing HTML5, from simple screens to rich interfaces. We have numerous implementation examples, including operation panel UIs for printer devices, in-vehicle devices (navigation), FA and industrial equipment, and measurement and inspection devices, as well as web applications and network camera integration. Hybrid UI content that combines local and cloud capabilities is also possible. Even devices without internet connectivity can utilize only local UI content. 【Features】 ■ Highly tuned WebKit base for embedded devices ■ Avoids high CPU and memory resource consumption ■ Supports video playback and network camera image display ■ Memory management and UX management functions

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

"Espial HTML5 Browser" is an HTML5 HMI/UI engine based on WebKit, tuned for speed and stability, designed for various embedded devices. We hear various voices such as "I want to update without spending labor by connecting to the internet," "It's difficult to secure personnel with expertise in UI-specific languages," and "I want to provide more visually appealing content." Our company also allows optional features to be downloaded from the cloud, enabling high development efficiency and excellent UX by utilizing HTML5, from simple screens to rich interfaces. We have numerous implementation examples, including operation panel UIs for printer devices, in-vehicle devices (navigation), FA/industrial equipment, and measurement/inspection devices, as well as web applications and network camera integration. Hybrid UI content combining local and cloud capabilities is also possible. Even devices without internet connectivity can utilize only local UI content. [Features] ■ Highly tuned WebKit base for embedded devices ■ Avoids high CPU and memory resource consumption ■ Supports video playback and network camera video display ■ Memory management and UX management functions

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

The "Espial HTML5 Browser" is an HTML5 HMI/UI engine based on WebKit, tuned for speed and stability, designed for various embedded devices. We hear various voices such as, "I want to update without spending time by connecting to the internet," "It's difficult to secure personnel with expertise in UI-specific languages," and "I want to provide more visually appealing content." Our company also allows for the downloading of optional features from the cloud, enabling high development efficiency and excellent UX by utilizing HTML5, from simple screens to rich interfaces. We have numerous implementation examples, including operation panel UIs for printer devices, in-vehicle devices (navigation), FA/industrial equipment, and measurement/inspection devices, as well as web applications and network camera integration. Hybrid UI content that combines local and cloud capabilities is also possible. Even devices without internet connectivity can utilize only local UI content. 【Features】 ■ Highly tuned WebKit base for embedded devices ■ Avoidance of high CPU and memory resource consumption ■ Support for video playback and network camera video display ■ Memory management and UX management functions

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

The "Espial HTML5 Browser TV Service Extension" serves as an extension module for the Espial HTML5 Browser, supporting advanced BS/CS broadcasting services (Hybridcast 4K, TTML), Hybridcast, HbbTV, BML, JLabs DAE, Actvila, YouTube 4K, Hulu, and other broadcasting and OTT services. It maintains the high speed, stability, and resource efficiency of the Espial HTML5 Browser while supporting multiple broadcasting and OTT services.

• Software (middle, driver, security, etc.)

The "Espial HTML5 Browser" is an HTML5 HMI/UI engine based on WebKit, specially tuned for speed and stability for various embedded devices. We hear various voices such as "I want to update without spending labor by connecting to the internet," "It's difficult to secure personnel with expertise in UI-specific languages," and "I want to provide more visually appealing content." Our company allows optional features to be downloaded from the cloud, enabling high development efficiency and excellent UX by utilizing HTML5, from simple screens to rich interfaces. We have numerous implementation examples for operation panel UIs for printer devices, in-vehicle devices (navigation), FA/industrial equipment, measurement and inspection equipment, as well as web applications and network camera integration. Hybrid UI content combining local and cloud capabilities is also possible. Even devices without internet connectivity can utilize only local UI content. 【Features】 ■ Highly tuned WebKit base for embedded devices ■ Avoids high CPU and memory resource consumption ■ Supports video playback and network camera video display ■ Memory management and UX management functions

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

"Espial HTML5 Browser" is an HTML5 HMI/UI engine based on WebKit, tuned for speed and stability, designed for various embedded devices. We hear various voices such as "I want to update without spending labor by connecting to the internet," "It's difficult to secure personnel with expertise in UI-specific languages," and "I want to provide more visually appealing content." Our company also allows for the downloading of optional features from the cloud, enabling high development efficiency and excellent UX by utilizing HTML5, from simple screens to rich interfaces. We have numerous implementation examples, including operation panel UIs for printer devices, in-vehicle devices (navigation), FA and industrial equipment, and measurement and inspection devices, as well as web applications and network camera integration. Hybrid UI content that combines local and cloud capabilities is also possible. Even devices without internet connectivity can utilize only local UI content. 【Features】 ■ Highly tuned WebKit base for embedded devices ■ Avoids high CPU and memory resource consumption ■ Supports video playback and network camera image display ■ Memory management and UX management functions

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

"Espial HTML5 Browser" is an HTML5 HMI/UI engine based on WebKit, tuned for speed and stability, designed for various embedded devices. We hear various voices such as "I want to update without spending labor by connecting to the internet," "It's difficult to secure personnel with expertise in UI-specific languages," and "I want to provide visually appealing content." Our company also allows for the downloading of optional features from the cloud, enabling high development efficiency and excellent UX by utilizing HTML5, from simple screens to rich interfaces. We have numerous implementation examples, including operation panel UIs for printer devices, in-vehicle devices (navigation), FA and industrial equipment, and measurement and inspection devices, as well as web applications and network camera integration. Hybrid UI content that combines local and cloud capabilities is also possible. Even devices without internet connectivity can utilize only local UI content. 【Features】 ■ Highly tuned WebKit base for embedded devices ■ Avoids high CPU and memory resource consumption ■ Supports video playback and network camera image display ■ Memory management and UX management functions

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

"Espial HTML5 Browser" is an HTML5 HMI/UI engine based on WebKit, tuned for speed and stability, designed for various embedded devices. We hear various voices such as "I want to update without spending time by connecting to the internet," "It's difficult to secure personnel with expertise in UI-specific languages," and "I want to provide visually appealing content." Our company also allows optional features to be downloaded from the cloud, enabling high development efficiency and excellent UX using HTML5, from simple screens to rich interfaces. We have numerous implementation examples, including operation panel UIs for printer devices, in-vehicle devices (navigation), FA/industrial equipment, and measurement/testing equipment, as well as web applications and network camera integration. Hybrid UI content that combines local and cloud capabilities is also possible. Even devices without internet connectivity can utilize only local UI content. 【Features】 ■ Highly tuned WebKit base for embedded devices ■ Avoids high CPU and memory resource consumption ■ Supports video playback and network camera image display ■ Memory management and UX management functions

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

The "Espial HTML5 Browser" is a browser that has UI management and memory management capabilities. With the "UX management function," it is possible to manage the lifecycle of core apps, third-party apps, and OTT apps. It can also manage the hardware player for video across different apps. Additionally, the "memory management function" allows for the implementation of a memory manager that manages memory usage for WebKit, JS heap, JIT, and media sources, optimizing memory functions to handle fragmentation and memory shortages. 【Overview of UX Management Function】 ■ Lifecycle Management ■ Display Management ■ Event Management ■ Security Management ■ Video Resource Management *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

The "Espial Browser" supports open standards of HTML5/CSS/JavaScript and is capable of playing encrypted content due to MSE/EME support. It can be applied not only for internet browsing but also as a UX engine for industrial equipment, multifunction devices/printers, projectors, control panels, DTV, video streaming, and more. Additionally, by combining suitable software components, it can provide optimized content for each platform and graphic library. 【Features】 ■ Supports open standards of HTML5/CSS/JavaScript ■ Equipped with flexible customization and a wealth of integration experience ■ Applicable to a wide range of solutions ■ Optimized as an embedded browser ■ Achieves high speed through browser/content optimization based on extensive experience *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

The "Espial HTML5 Browser" offers fast performance, a small footprint, and low CPU power consumption in the embedded device industry. Not only can our engineers customize and tune the browser portion around the engine, but they can also tailor the WebKit engine core itself for each customer, optimizing resource usage and ensuring stability. Additionally, there is no need for information posting, searching, or trial and error in forums or communities, as seen with low-cost or free browsers. You can leave the version updates necessary for keeping up with new web standards to our product. 【Features】 ■ Fast performance, small footprint, and low CPU power consumption ■ Quick and reasonable response to customer-specific browser feature customization requests ■ Reduces the burden on your internal engineering resources *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

Here are some considerations when building HMI/UI in a browser. Factors that affect UI performance include "CPU power/multi-core availability," as well as many others such as "OS and middleware performance" and "whether JIT is used." We introduce the advantages and disadvantages of paid and free browsers, so please take a look at the PDF download below. [Factors Affecting UI Performance (Partial)] ■ CPU power/multi-core availability ■ Memory (ROM & RAM) size ■ GPU usage, hardware decoder usage ■ OS and middleware performance ■ Browser porting layer performance *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

We will introduce the benefits of building HMI/UI in a browser. In terms of "functionality," the high compatibility with internet services that devices connect to due to web affinity allows for hybrid use of local and cloud content. Additionally, in terms of "development efficiency," UI component standardization enables the reuse of UI content even when the OS and browser differ on the device. 【Functionality Features】 ■ Video file playback and trick play ■ Real-time video playback and trick play ■ PTZ control of network cameras ■ Integration with voice recognition devices ■ GPU utilization ■ Rich UI ■ Integration with EtherCAT *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

Do you have a need to simultaneously display and control real-time or recorded footage from multiple network cameras on the operation screen of your embedded device products for purposes such as monitoring production lines? The "Espial HTML5 Browser" integrates different media players and browsers for each embedded device platform, enabling playback and trick play of videos in various formats. Additionally, it allows for control of PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) on various network cameras. You can also leave the integration work with media players and network cameras to Espial. Our company is well-versed in porting and optimization techniques due to our extensive implementation experience with many SoCs and operating systems. Please feel free to contact us when you need assistance. 【Features】 ■ Highly tuned WebKit-based ■ Avoids high CPU memory resource consumption ■ Provides an API for flexible browser customization *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

Agenda - What kind of UI can be realized with HTML5 browsers? - Examples of utilizing HTML5 browsers as a UI engine - A history of the relationship between browsers and embedded devices spanning over 20 years - Options for UI engines to realize HMI/UI - Advantages of building HMI/UI with a browser - Considerations when building HMI/UI with a browser

• Software (middle, driver, security, etc.)

"Espial HTML5 Browser" is an HTML5 HMI/UI engine based on WebKit, tuned for speed and stability, designed for various embedded devices. There are various voices expressing needs such as "I want to update without spending labor by connecting to the internet," "It's difficult to secure personnel with expertise in UI-specific languages," and "I want to provide more visually appealing content." Optional features can also be downloaded from the cloud, enabling high development efficiency and excellent UX by utilizing HTML5, from simple screens to rich interfaces. There are numerous implementation examples for operation panel UIs for printers, in-vehicle devices, FA/industrial equipment, measurement and inspection devices, as well as web applications and network camera integration. Hybrid UI content that combines local and cloud capabilities is also possible. Even devices without internet connectivity can utilize only local UI content. [Features] ■ Highly tuned WebKit-based for embedded devices ■ Avoids high CPU and memory resource consumption ■ Supports video playback and network camera video display ■ Memory management and UX management functions

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

"Espial HTML5 Browser" is an HTML5 HMI/UI engine based on WebKit, tuned for speed and stability, designed for various embedded devices. It provides excellent UX while achieving high development efficiency using HTML5, from simple screens to rich interfaces, while minimizing CPU and memory consumption. There are many implementation examples, including UI for in-vehicle devices (navigation, broadcasting), operation panel UIs for line and industrial equipment, and measurement and weighing devices, as well as web application integration. Our company is well-versed in porting and optimization techniques due to extensive implementation experience with many SoCs and operating systems. Please feel free to contact us when needed. 【Features】 ■ Highly tuned WebKit-based ■ Avoids high CPU and memory resource consumption ■ Evolves by incorporating excellent features of the Blink engine ■ Provides a flexible API for browser customization *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

DX (Digital Transformation) is advancing in various industries, and with the advent of touch screens, visual interfaces have become capable of extensive customization. This document summarizes the fundamental knowledge essential for 'HMI' (Human-Machine Interface) and the potential of 'HTML5', which underpins its simplicity. It also addresses what the key elements indispensable for embedded device HMI are. Please utilize this information for improving user interfaces in future DX initiatives. 【Contents】 ■ Key elements necessary for the digital transformation of embedded device HMI ■ Essential considerations for interface provision ■ The transformations brought about by HTML5 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us. You can also view our latest HMI demo this year.

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

"Espial HTML5 Browser" is an HTML5 UI engine based on WebKit, tuned for speed and stability, designed for various embedded devices. It features intuitive operation, easy navigation, simple access, fast and responsive interactions, and a low footprint. For example, it is utilized as a UI engine for the operation screens of various devices such as multifunction printers, car navigation systems, POS systems, ticket machines, kiosk terminals, ATMs, industrial manufacturing equipment, weighing devices, and inspection devices. [Features] - Supports touch panels - Allows swipe and drag operations - Supports animations via CSS - Utilizes GPU - Compatible with WebGL and Canvas - Capable of real-time video and audio playback *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

The "Espial HTML5 Browser TV Service Extension" serves as an extension module for the Espial HTML5 Browser, supporting advanced BS/CS broadcasting services (Hybridcast 4K, TTML), Hybridcast, HbbTV, BML, JLabs DAE, Akto Vila, YouTube 4K, Hulu, and other broadcasting and OTT services. It maintains the high speed, stability, and resource efficiency of the Espial HTML5 Browser while supporting multiple broadcasting and OTT services.

• Software (middle, driver, security, etc.)

We would like to introduce a case where the high-speed UI resource-saving Webkit browser 'Espial HTML5 Browser' was implemented for embedded devices by a domestic Tier 1 company that provides TVs, BD recorders, STBs, and more. The company wanted to shift from using native UI tools for the device's screen UI to an open-standard HTML5-based UI, but they were concerned about the browser's performance. Therefore, they implemented the 'Espial HTML5 Browser.' As a result, they achieved a high operational UI that can be intuitively navigated with a remote control, as well as a fast and stress-free UI response. [Challenges when considering the implementation of Espial Browser] ■ Moving away from using native UI tools for the device's screen UI ■ Wanting to shift to an open-standard HTML5-based UI but concerned about browser performance *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

We would like to introduce a case study where the 'Espial HTML5 Browser', a high-speed UI resource-efficient Webkit browser for embedded devices, was implemented by a domestic Tier 1 company that provides office products and printers for both domestic and international markets. The challenge was to shift from using Flash and native UI tools for the device's operation screen UI to an HTML5-based UI that adheres to open standards. Thus, the 'Espial HTML5 Browser' was introduced. As a result, this led to the realization of an intuitive and highly visible operation UI through drag gestures on a touchscreen, as well as a fast and responsive UI experience. [Challenges during the consideration of implementing the Espial Browser] - Moving away from using Flash and native UI tools for the device's operation screen UI - Shifting to an HTML5-based UI that adheres to open standards *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other embedded systems (software and hardware)

"Espial HTML5 Browser" is an HTML5 UI engine/UI tool based on WebKit, which has been tuned for speed and stability, designed for all embedded devices. It achieves high development efficiency utilizing HTML5, providing excellent UX while minimizing CPU and memory consumption, from simple screens to rich interfaces. The browser is also used as a UI engine/UI tool for various device operation screens, such as multifunction printers, car navigation systems, POS systems, ticket machines, kiosk terminals, ATMs, industrial manufacturing equipment, weighing devices, and inspection equipment. The unique native UI engines that differ for each device require separate development, which can limit UI developers and pose maintenance challenges. However, the HTML5 browser UI engine offers the following advantages: - Fast, user-friendly, and intuitive UI development - Modularization, commonality, and standardization of UI components across devices using HTML5 content - HTML5 content developers are easier to adopt from the market - Continuous maintenance of the UI is easier - High compatibility with internet services that devices connect to - Easy integration of video content

• Software (middle, driver, security, etc.)