Drimit Link Open Standard

Drimit Link Open Standard v1.0 - Draft

The Complete Technical Specification

Welcome to the comprehensive technical specification for the Drimit Link Open Standard (DL-OS), an open modular connector system based on CAN bus technology for reconfigurable electronic systems.

Overview

The Drimit Link Open Standard defines a complete ecosystem for modular electronic systems, enabling plug-and-play connectivity between diverse hardware modules. This specification covers everything from physical connectors and electrical interfaces to communication protocols and software architecture.

Key Features

• Open Standard: Royalty-free with permissive licensing
• CAN Bus Based: Reliable, real-time communication protocol
• Modular Design: Hot-pluggable modules with automatic discovery
• Scalable Architecture: From simple configurations to complex systems
• Security Framework: Right-sized security for the application domain
• Reference Implementation: Complete hardware and software examples

Quick Start

• Hardware Designers: Start with Electrical Interface and Power Systems
• Software Developers: Begin with CAN Bus Protocol Implementation
• System Integrators: Review Physical System Architecture
• Manufacturers: Focus on Testing and Validation Framework

Document Structure

This specification is organized into seven main sections:

1. Foundation and Scope - Project vision, design principles, and compliance framework
2. Physical Interface Specifications - Electrical, mechanical, and identification systems
3. System Architecture - Physical architecture and power management
4. Communication Protocols - CAN bus implementation and security
5. Software Architecture - Firmware, PHY, and HAL layers
6. Implementation and Testing - Integration patterns and validation
7. Reference Materials - Device catalog and examples

See the Table of Contents for detailed navigation.

Document Information

• Version: 1.0
• Status: Draft
• License: CC0 1.0 Universal
• Last Updated: October 2025
• Repository: drimit-labs/drimit-link-open-standard

Contributing

This is an open standard developed collaboratively. Contributions are welcome through:

• Issues: Report problems or suggest improvements
• Pull Requests: Submit technical contributions
• Discussions: Participate in design decisions
• Testing: Validate implementations and provide feedback

Resources

• Code Examples - Software implementation examples
• Reference Designs - Hardware schematics and PCB layouts
• Mechanical Drawings - 3D models and specifications

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To democratize modular electronics by providing a royalty-free, physically interoperable foundation that enables innovation without vendor lock-in.

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