CCL offers advanced, flexible implementations of DECT

Cambridge Consultants Limited (CCL) has developed a new DECT software stack that supports advanced functionality.

Most existing DECT products are voice telephony-only products, unsuited to data, multimedia or wireless local loop (WLL) applications. Integrated voice and data capable products will require new approaches to software design, such as CCL's new DECT data stack.

CCL has developed a unique, STREAMs-based DECT stack that gives much more flexibility than current software. CCL's core protocol architecture for GAP-compliant voice circuits is readily extensible and scaleable to support new features and services, such as those that will be demanded by the new DECT profiles for data, ISDN, GSM and WLL.

The opportunities for developing advanced systems using the new STREAMS-based DECT stack are wide-ranging. Sophisticated, DECT-based WLL communications products could offer exceptionally cheap phone and data services for the home, and businesses could benefit from wireless Intranets operating at ISDN capacity.

CCL's new DECT stack is also ideal for developing new pedestrian DECT mobile phones, taking cheap cordless telephony out of the home and into urban environments.

Supporting the advances in software design are CCL's skills in key communication technologies. CCL's successful XAP 16-bit microprocessor, designed specifically for embedded use in ASICs, is particularly suitable for systems such as DECT. CCL also has extensive experience in designing RF architectures, that could enable cost-effective solutions for dual-mode and dual-band personal communicators.

CCL offers a full spectrum of system and product development services including: fast track software development, industrial design and styling, and user interface design, simulation and implementation. CCL is expert at concurrent engineering, rapid prototyping and creating manufacturing solutions within very tight timeframes.

CCL is now seeking partners who are interested in capitalising on these technologies, to develop truly innovative DECT products.

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Cambridge Consultants develops breakthrough products, creates and licenses intellectual property, and provides business consultancy in technology critical issues for clients worldwide. For over 50 years, the company has been helping its clients turn business opportunities into commercial successes, whether they are launching first-to-market products, entering new markets or expanding existing markets through the introduction of new technologies. With a team of over 300 engineers, designers, scientists and consultants, in offices in Cambridge (UK) and Boston (USA), Cambridge Consultants offers solutions across a diverse range of industries including medical technology, industrial and consumer products, transport, energy, cleantech and wireless communications.

Created by three Cambridge graduates in 1960, the company has grown into a leading technology business, renowned worldwide for its ability to solve technical problems and provide innovative, practical solutions to commercial issues. In 2009, the company was awarded the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise in International Trade, and in 2011 was awarded a second Queen's Award, this time for Innovation. For more information visit: www.CambridgeConsultants.com

Cambridge Consultants is part of Altran, global leader in innovation and high-tech engineering consulting. Altran supports companies in the creation and development of their new products and services. For thirty years, the Group has been providing services to key players in the fields of Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, Railways, Finance, Healthcare, and Telecoms. Present at every stage of project development from new-technology strategic planning through to manufacturing, Altran is able to capitalise on its expertise in four key domains: Product Lifecycle Management, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering & Embedded Systems and IT Systems. With a global network of 17,000 collaborators (including 15,000 consultants) and 500 major clients throughout the world, the Group reported sales of €1,420m in 2011. More info: www.altran.com

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