The new iSdk software, unveiled by Art at Ces 2025, is designed to appeal to manufacturers in the agricultural mechanization sector. Aimed at accelerating the development of infotainment systems, it enables the creation of a unified electronic platform that manages digital instrument clusters and onboard services through a single control unit
Bridging Digitalization and Agricultural Mechanization
Automation and artificial intelligence were not the only key themes at Ces 2025. The digitalization of services also played a prominent role at the Consumer Electronics Show, held in Las Vegas, USA, from January 7 to 11. While this trend is particularly strong in the automotive industry, its impact extends to agricultural machinery as well.
This is due to two main reasons:
- Automotive innovations often trickle down to agricultural machinery, with necessary adaptations.
- Many mobility service technologies are already designed to be versatile, making them adaptable to various types of vehicles.
In this context, the agricultural sector has become an increasingly attractive market for companies specializing in digital tools and electronic platforms for mobility. Among them is Art, an Umbrian company that presented new solutions at CES, primarily targeting automotive applications but also appealing to agricultural machinery manufacturers.
iSdk: A New Era for Digital Cockpits
At the core of Art’s innovation is iSdk, an advanced software that streamlines infotainment system development, ensuring compatibility with any hardware. This software powers a new electronic platform, which in turn forms the foundation of a next-generation “Digital Cockpit.”
The system is built on a modular architecture, simplifying the design and development of electronic systems for various vehicles, including cars, tractors, and earth-moving machines. It unifies operating systems, managing both digital instrument clusters and infotainment systems through a single electronic control unit.
Key Features and Benefits
- Integrated Control Unit: Manages entertainment, driver interface, and onboard communication.
- V2X Compatibility: Supports vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2X) communication.
- High-Visibility TFT Displays: Incorporates Black Diamond technology for optimal contrast and readability in all lighting conditions.
- Reduced Component Count: Lowers weight and system complexity while speeding up time to market—the period from design to commercial launch.
- Hardware-Software Separation: Ensures critical electronic systems remain functional even in case of infotainment malfunctions.
- Broad Compatibility: Supports CAN, BroadR-Reach (BroaD), MOST, USB, and LIN interfaces, as well as Android Auto and Apple CarPlay for external connectivity.
By consolidating multiple systems into a single unit, Art’s Digital Cockpit allows manufacturers to enhance efficiency, reliability, and integration, marking a significant leap forward in agricultural and industrial vehicle digitalization.
