Multi-Protocol USB Host Adapters

Binho is a prominent player in the industry dedicated to developing equipment and software for debugging cutting-edge communication protocols. It is known for its expertise in I3C communication protocols and commitment to delivering high-quality tools that support the entire development lifecycle. Binho chose our engineering services company due to our proven ability to deliver innovative hardware and software solutions and our collaborative approach, which perfectly aligns with their needs.

Binho came to us looking to accelerate product development and reduce the time to market for their next-generation multi-protocol USB host adapters. The development and verification of the embedded system supporting multiple communication protocols, including the introduction of MIPI I3C, required a high level of optimization and keen attention to detail. The complexity of integrating these protocols into a single, easy-to-use adapter, combined with the need for seamless operation across different operating systems and extreme performance, presented a formidable technical challenge.

Our team adopted a collaborative approach, working closely with Binho from the initial design phase through to the final delivery. The project team included specialists in firmware, hardware, and software development, ensuring that all aspects of the Host Adapters were expertly handled. We employed an Agile methodology to allow for iterative development and continuous feedback from Binho, ensuring that the final product met all specified requirements. Key milestones included prototype development, rigorous testing, and refinement phases, all conducted with close client collaboration to ensure alignment with their goals.

Our development process ended with the delivery of two USB Multi-Protocol Host Adapters, integrating support for I3C, I2C, SPI, UART, 1-Wire, CAN-FD, RS485, and GPIO functions. The hardware was meticulously designed to include a variety of connectors, such as I2C qwiic 4-pin ports and versatile 2x15-pin connectors for multiple functionalities. The embedded software was tailored to enable easy interaction with testing devices across various protocols, allowing for voltage adjustments, dynamic address assignments, and advanced features like In-Band Interrupts (IBIs) and Hot-Join in I3C communication. The solution was further enhanced by the development of the Binho Mission Control desktop app and SDKs, providing users with powerful tools for automation and device management.

The Multi-Protocol Host Adapters, developed in collaboration with Binho, have become essential products in Binho’s portfolio and are sold to first-class companies worldwide. The adapters have been instrumental in enhancing the efficiency of embedded system development and testing for Binho’s clients, simplifying complex processes, and reducing the code-build-test cycle. The products’ success in the market has solidified Binho’s reputation as a leader in providing high-quality, versatile tools for the embedded systems industry, empowering their clients to achieve faster development times and more reliable outcomes.