Embedded Computing Design

Shenzhen, China. MYIR’s MYC-YG2LX CPU Module based on RENESAS RZ/G2L SoC is available supplying 1.2GHz dual ARM Cortex-A55 and 200MHz Cortex-M33 cores with Mali-G31 GPU and integrated video codec engine. Also included in the platform are 1GB/2GB DDR4, 8GB eMMC, 32Kbit EEPROM, and PMIC.

Taoyuan, Taiwan. Techman Robot has confirmed the release of the TM20 robotic arm, a smart collaborative robot with powerful AI, weighing in at only 32.8kg,but with the ability to move up to 20kg with a maximum reach of 1300mm on six rotating joints. The robot mitigates energy consumption with a reduction in recharging time as well as having an agile maneuverability in tight spaces.

Malvern, Pennsylvania. Vishay Intertechnology has innovated the Vishay Draloric RCS0805 e3 anti-surge thick film resistor with an increased power rating of 0.5 W. The RCS0805 e3 now takes the place of four standard parallel resistors in the 0805 case size, two parallel devices in the larger 1206, or one resistor in the 1210.

Tel Aviv, Israel. POLYN Technology delivers frameworks for trained neural network conversions to a neuromorphic chip for inference, and will introduce its VibroSense publicly at Hannover Messe April 17-21, in Booth С59, Hall 17. The VibroSense is a Tiny AI chip solution for monitoring vibration in sensor nodes for easier integration and improvement in the ROI and OPEX.

Vancouver, Washington. DIGISTOR’s FIPS 140-2 L2 certified self-encrypting drives now hold Common Criteria certification, with its market first PCIe/NVMe and SATA storage devices. DIGISTOR offers National Information Assurance Partnership (NIAP) Product Compliant List (PCL) offered at COTS-level pricing.

STL Partners recently released its 100 edge computing companies to watch in 2023. The compilation is comprised of the top 100 companies powering the edge computing market with innovative designs pending 2023 release. Coming in a highly respectable #6 is AI EdgeLabs as a leader in the future of edge cybersecurity space.

Ismaning, Germany. Kontron posted all ATX, µATX, and mITX motherboards powered by the 12th generation Intel Core i processor series will now receive a complete BIOS update to 13th generation.

SECO released its EUPHORIA, a new COM Express Compact module featuring the Intel Atom x6000E Series, Intel Pentium, and Celeron N and J Series processors for reliably regulating temperature control in deterministic real-time rugged edge environments. The EUPHORIA delivers high performance embedded connectivity on x86 architecture supporting innovations within automation, robotics, transportation, automotive, medical devices, and telecommunications.

LIPS issued its LIPSedge F110 3DxAI Edge Accelerator centered on the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Xavier module, making it the original NVIDIA Jetson AGX Xavier-based PCIe PoE+ endpoint-mode edge accelerator. The accelerator enables the building of applications while delivering both x86 and NVIDIA Jetson architecture.

Beaverton, Oregon. As an open group promoting the advancement of interoperability standards, the Khronos Group, created the SYCL SC Working Group for high-level heterogeneous computing framework. SYCL SC members will push toward streamlining certification of safety-critical systems in automotive, avionics, medical, and industrial markets. The group is open to any Khronos member, with membership open to all.

Nuremberg, Germany. Announced during embedded world 2023, Ashling’s RiscFree SDK will deliver software development support for Imagination’s Catapult RISC-V-based IP cores.  The collaboration between the two companies produced the RTXM-2200 which is the first industrial licensable CPU IP from the RISC-V Catapult family. Highlights include a real-time, scalable, 32-bit integrated design with Imagination’s expertise in CPU development.

San Jose, California. KIOXIA America, Inc. is collaborating on the Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Spaceborne Computer-2 (SBC-2) program. KIOXIA SSDs will deliver robust flash storage in HPE Edgeline and HPE ProLiant servers in a test atmosphere for research onboard the International Space Station (ISS). “Proving that data center-level compute processing can successfully operate in the harsh conditions of space will truly take something special,” noted Scott Nelson, executive vice president and chief marketing officer for KIOXIA America, Inc.

GOEPEL introduced the latest itineration of its SYSTEM CASCON software, 4.9.0. The ratification includes new features within the configurable Production Inspector, IEEE standard 1149.1-2013 (complementing the system software), ViPX technology at IC level with integrated ViPX Netlist, and faster execution of JAM/STAPL files on SFX II controllers.

Uppsala, Sweden. IAR recently launched its IAR Embedded Trust, a strong and reliable solution for end-to-end security workflow within embedded applications. The platform is a device-agnostic security solution enabling easy porting with present designs to new microcontrollers. This shortens development time as well as the reuse of code without starting from scratch.

DFI, with assistance from VicOne, has moved into the electric vehicle (EV) market to develop innovations for secure vehicle software applications. The utilization of the solutions will add further network security to maintain smart cities. VicOne’s vehicle network security environment employs anywhere control of irregular data transmissions, including real-time alerts while supplying car manufacturers, fleet operators, and system suppliers a reliable way to defend against unwanted visitors.

InoNet Computer GmbH released the Concepion-tXf-L-v3 edge intelligence system designed to meet the requirements of the rugged edge, including road infrastructure control within vehicles. Perfromace leverages the NVIDIA GPU with dedicated cooling and 12th generation Intel Core i CPUs.

Barcelona, Spain. RISC-V International will be highlighting the latest RISC-V innovations across industry and the research community during the first ever RISC-V Summit Europe. The summit will be in Barcelona during the 5^th and 9^th of June 2023.   

Hillsboro, Oregon. Lattice Semiconductor  released its latest updates to the Lattice Automate and Lattice sensAI solution stacks. Utilizing low-power Lattice FPGAs, the solutions create effective, customizable, and protected Industrial application development.

embedded world 2023 had a lot. And if you were unable to attend the show, you missed APLEX Technology’s PhanTAM series stainless steel panel PC and box PC solutions. The PhanTAM series was designed with special hygiene protection built in to prevent dirt, bacteria, and water access.

Powered by the AMD Ryzen Embedded R2514 processor, the sunlight-readable G215-R2514 is an all-in-one 21.5" industrial-grade panel PC with a projected capacitive touch screen. Featuring a full system IP65 water and dust protection with an efficient thermal design for 1,120 W/m2 @ 50°C solar radiation protection, the panel PC incorporates a high-brightness 1000 nits display and supports ambient brightness control via software for energy conservation. Perfect for use in harsh outdoor conditions, additional features include a lockable mechanical design for anti-theft protection and an optional metal front cover design for screen protection in rugged outdoor environments