Improving 64-bit RISC-V Linux support in Rust
Ferrous Systems and Codethink collaborate to boost 64-bit RISC-V Linux support in Rust to Tier 1 via the RISE Project. This effort aims to enhance Rust's functionality for diverse platforms, focusing on RISC-V's open instruction set architecture.
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Ferrous Systems is collaborating with Codethink to enhance the 64-bit RISC-V Linux support in Rust, aiming to elevate it to Tier 1 status through the RISE Project. Currently at Tier 2, this upgrade would ensure comprehensive assurance that Rust can work seamlessly on this platform. The move is part of efforts to expand Rust's functionality for various platforms, with a focus on the open instruction set architecture of RISC-V, ideal for embedded systems. By leveraging their secondary Rust build infrastructure, Ferrous Systems and Codethink are working towards qualifying Ferrocene on more platforms, including the riscv64gc-unknown-linux-gnu target. The partnership also involves upstream contributors like Jakub Beránek and Jubilee. This initiative not only benefits the Rust ecosystem but also positions Ferrocene for broader industry adoption, catering to standards like ISO26262 and IEC61508. For those interested in further details, contacting Ferrous Systems or checking Codethink’s blog for technical insights on advancing the 64-bit RISC-V Linux target to Tier 1 is recommended.
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