Engineering Tomorrow’s Systems

Bear Metal OÜ is an experienced systems integrator specializing in high-volume, low-latency data streaming, communications infrastructure, edge computing, hardware design, and embedded development.

We help unlock tactical, near-real-time data streams from decentralized edge devices and vehicles to fuel deconfliction, reconfiguration, Machine Learning, and AI, while ensuring interoperability with regulatory frameworks.

Known for implementing large-scale, mission-critical systems in Commerce and Automotive, we are expanding into Unmanned Vehicle Technologies. We develop secure, compliant, vertically integrated autonomous solutions for Europe while maintaining our commitment to reliability and innovation.

Emerging products

Karu Autopilot (VMU)

Beast Mode engaged: High-Performance, High-Security

The Bear Metal Pixhawk 6X-RT VMU is a cutting-edge, open standard (Pixhawk 6X-RT) module for demanding autonomous systems. It utilizes the NXP i.MX RT1176 crossover processor for 1GHz processing power, industrial-grade hardware security, and triple-redundant sensing.

Key Performance Highlights

Unrivaled Processing Power: The NXP i.MX RT1176 Crossover MCU offers dual cores (1GHz ARM Cortex-M7 + 400MHz ARM Cortex-M4) for application-processor throughput with real-time reliability.
Mission-Critical Security: Integrated NXP EdgeLock SE052 secure element (CC EAL 6+ certified, FIPS 140-3) securely stores critical data and ensures authentic firmware execution against cyber threats.
Built-in 100Mbps Ethernet enables high-bandwidth communication with onboard mission computers (AI, CV, Edge Computing).
Sensors temperature calibrated out of factory.
Integrated heater for harsh environments.

Pixhawk v6X-RT enhancements

Secure Element NXP SE051C -> NXP EdgeLock SE052F, with access to a PX4 driver module: FIPS 140-3 certified, AES-GCM, ECDH, RSA 4K
ICM-42686-P -> ICM-45686 IMU: lower power consumption, higher accuracy

Technical Specifications

Component	Specification
Main Processor	NXP i.MX RT1176 (M7 @ 1GHz, M4 @ 400MHz)
Memory	2MB RAM, 64MB External Flash
Secure Element	NXP EdgeLock SE052F (CC EAL 6+ / IEC62443-4-2, FIPS 140-3)
IMU	Triple IMU 2x ICM-42688-P + 1x BMI088
Barometer	BMP388
Magnetometer	BMM150
Interface Standard	Pixhawk Autopilot Bus (PAB) 100-pin & 50-pin connectors
Dimensions / Weight	38.8 x 31.8 x 14.6mm / 23.7g

Safety & Reliability

Three completely isolated sensor domains with separate buses and power control provide triple redundancy, eliminating single points of failure.
New internal mechanical isolation filters high-frequency noise for precise attitude estimation in high-vibration airframes.
Industrial Operating Range: Certified for -40°C to 85°C.

Developer Status & Connectivity

This release focuses solely on the Vehicle Management Unit (VMU), compatible with all standard Pixhawk Autopilot Bus (PAB) carrier boards.
Connectivity: 16x PWM outputs, 2x CAN buses (with silent control), 4x high-speed serial ports (3 with flow control), plus dedicated GPS/Safety ports.
Baseboard Status: In Progress! Custom Bear Metal baseboards are under development to maximize the 6X-RT’s high-speed IO. Stay tuned for the full ecosystem launch!

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