Congatec extends its i.MX 8 ecosystem with a new starter set for AI accelerated intelligent embedded vision applications. Based on a SMARC Computer-on-Module with i.MX 8M Plus processor, the starter set’s sweet spot is the utilization of the new processor integrated NXP Neural Processing Unit (NPU). Delivering up to 2.3 TOPS of performance for deep learning-based artificial intelligence, it can run inference […]
Robotics/Drones
Edge computers leverage NVIDIA Jetson AI platform
Aetina Corporation announced during Computex 2021 its new series of DeviceEdge – DeviceEdge Mini, the edge AI-enabled computer. The DeviceEdge Mini-Series leverage the powerful capabilities of the NVIDIA Jetson edge AI platform. The solution expands Aetina’s range of edge AI systems built on the NVIDIA Jetson system on module (SoM) lineup, including Jetson XavierTM NX, […]
Software stack speeds application development on low-power FPGAs
Lattice Semiconductor Corporation announced enhancements to its award-winning Lattice sensAI solution stack for accelerating AI/ML application development on low-power Lattice FPGAs. Enhancements include support for the Lattice Propel design environment for embedded processor-based development and the TensorFlow Lite deep-learning framework for on-device inferencing. The new version includes the Lattice sensAI Studio design environment for end-to-end ML model training, […]
CAN bus modules target unmanned vehicle apps
Innodisk recently released their latest CAN Bus modules. With a complete line of form factors and strict industrial quality, these products have proven themselves indispensable in the success of unmanned systems. The demand for unmanned systems has seen marked growth since 2020, with a report from Fortune Business Insights estimating a CAGR of 12.23% for […]
Transceiver eval kit handles optical gigabit connectivity in vehicles
KDPOF presents the new extensive evaluation kit EVK9351AUT for a quick and easy project launch of optical gigabit connectivity in vehicles. “Our new EVK9351AUT equips carmakers, suppliers, and test houses to fully evaluate the KDPOF automotive transceivers KD9351 and KD1053 for automotive optical 1000BASE-RHC PHY implementation,” explained Carlos Pardo, CEO and Co-founder of KDPOF. “We […]
FPGA stack handles robotics, smart factory apps with built-In security
Lattice Semiconductor Corporation extended its portfolio of comprehensive low-power FPGA-based solution stacks with the introduction of Lattice Automate. The stack includes software tools, industrial IP cores, modular hardware development boards, and software-programmable reference designs and demos that simplify and accelerate the implementation of applications like robotics, scalable multi-channel motor control with predictive maintenance, and real-time […]
Mini SBC works down to -30°C
As AI technology becomes ubiquitous, the impact of unusual weather also gains more attention. The most impressive case was the sudden weather change in Denver, the US, last September that the temperature dropped from 37°C to minus overnight. Faced with such fluctuation, the devices which maintained the daily life of the city in order, like the […]
Antenna-on-package mmwave sensors target automotive apps
D3 Engineering announced their DesignCore RS-1843AOP and RS-1843AOPU mmWave Radar Sensors. These miniature sensors enable the implementation of many different mmWave radar algorithms to measure, detect, and track. The production-intent sensors feature a 1-inch cube form factor, heat-spreading metal body, and mounting tabs. They may be used with a PC or embedded platform to facilitate […]
Flash LiDAR sensor targets challenging environments
LeddarTech launches Leddar Sight, a robust, cost-effective 2D solid-state LiDAR sensor. This LiDAR is housed in a weatherproof enclosure. It uses flash illumination to deliver continuous, accurate detection and range of objects and obstacles in its entire field of view, without any moving parts. Leddar Sight has been developed to answer the stringent needs of mobility, ITS, […]
Production-ready, adaptive SOMs aimed at rapid deployment in edge-based applications
Xilinx, Inc. introduced the Kria portfolio of adaptive system-on-modules (SOMs), production-ready small form factor embedded boards that enable rapid deployment in edge-based applications. Coupled with a complete software stack and pre-built, production-grade accelerated applications, Kria adaptive SOMs are a new method of bringing adaptive computing to AI and software developers. The first product available in […]
