Embedded Computing Design

Dover, Delaware. The Rust Foundation, AdaCore, Arm, Ferrous Systems, HighTec EDV-Systeme GmbH, Lynx Software Technologies, OxidOS, TECHFUND, TrustInSoft, Veecle, and Woven by Toyota announced the Safety-Critical Rust Consortium to support the responsible use of the Rust programming language in safety-critical software. “This is exciting! I am truly pleased to see the Rust Foundation and anyone in the safety-critical space coming together on this topic” said Graydon Hoare, creator of the Rust programming language.

Taipei, Taiwan. AVerMedia Technologies announced its industrial IP67-rated OOB (Out-of-Band) AI Box PC during COMPUTEX 2024. AVerMedia featured a series of live demos highlighting the versatility and power of its AI solutions. The demos demonstrated the practical applications and benefits of integrating AI technology operations into many industries.

ATTEND launched its high-density PCIe 125B-78C00 and 125A-78C00 MXM connectors to meet the expanding demand for high-performance server system architectures. Featuring a sophisticated design, the devices offer an efficient interface between the carrier board and SMARC, or Qseven modules, ensuring smooth transmission of all I/O signals. With a 0.50 mm pitch, the connector delivers 314 pins for SMARC, and 230 pins for Qseven specifications, safeguarding signal reliability across USB, SATA, PCIe, LVDS, eDP, MIPI, and Ethernet standards.

Cambridge, United Kingdom. The CHERI Alliance CIC (Community Interest Company) today announced it will be advancing the industry-wide adoption of the security technology CHERI (Capability Hardware Enhanced RISC Instructions). The CHERI Alliance aims to lead the industry in adopting enhanced security measures and ensuring adherence to commonly defined standards.

Taipei, Taiwan. During COMPUTEX 2024, ASUS IoT launched its PE2100N series edge AI systems, powered by NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin, and PE1101N series, powered by the NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX or NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano modules. Both series leverage the NVIDIA Jetson Orin lineup that offers up to 275 TOPS of AI performance to deliver designers a seamless customizable platform for various applications including machine vision, automated guided vehicles (AGV), autonomous mobile robots (AMR), and intelligent video-analytics applications. According to ASUS IoT, the solutions provide faster speed, stronger security, and significant cost savings while expanding data processing at the edge.

During COMPUTEX, Fibocom launched a series of on-device AI solutions leveraging the Qualcomm QCS8550 and QCM6490 processors. The platform was developed to support compute-intensive application developments such as robotics, automated vehicles, video collaborations, and smart retailing to promote the enhancement of industrial digitalization and intelligent transformation.

Santa Clara, California. FMS: the Future of Memory and Storage will be held from August 6- 8, 2024 at the Santa Clara Convention Center in California. FMS recently launched a redesign website at FutureMemoryStorage.com which highlights the expansion of focus throughout the FMS conference and exhibition. The 18^th annual event will emphasize volatile and persistent memory and storage applications. Nearly 100 exhibitors have already committed.

Santa Clara, California. Future Memory Summit is excited to introduce its transformation into FMS: the Future of Memory and Storage. According to FMS, the rebranding marks a substantial expansion beyond general flash memory to include all volatile and persistent memory within storage applications.

Santa Clara, California. Nominations are now being accepted for Best of Show Awards at FMS: the Future of Memory and Storage, marking its 18th year. Celebrated as a premier international forum for highlighting advancements, trends, and key players in the high-speed memory and storage technology sectors, FMS is set for August 6-8 at the Santa Clara Convention Center.

Sunnyvale, California / Meylan, France. Numem and IC’ALPS collaborated to design an integrated circuit with RISC-V processors, 2MBytes of NuRAM, and a DSP/AI Custom Datapath Accelerator. The SoC was developed to highlight Numem’s high performing low-power memory subsystem with an AI Accelerator.

London, United Kingdom / Toronto, Canada. In 2023, Alphawave Semi joined Arm Total Design and leveraged its collaboration with Arm to design an innovative compute chiplet built on Arm's Neoverse Compute Subsystems (CSS). The platform is ideal for artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML), high-performance compute (HPC), data centers, and 5G/6G networking infrastructure applications.

Wincomm is participating in COMPUTEX 2024 where it invites visitors to Booth No. PO504 in Hall 2, 1F to explore its latest CPUs powered by Intel’s 13th/14th generation core (Code name Raptor Lake) supporting Nvidia/Intel graphic cards that deliver “ready for precision” medical solutions. It will also introduce its innovative 27” medical OR AIO PC, WMP-27T, specifically designed for operating rooms.

Taipei, Taiwan. Innodisk is attending COMPUTEX 2024 with an emphasis on edge AI. Booth highlights will include the CXL 2.0 memory expansion for high scalability, E3.S SSD, and innovative MIPI over Type-C camera technology for machine vision. Demonstrations will consist of smart manufacturing PPE recognition and intelligent people tracking utilizing Innodisk’s custom edge AI capabilities. Innodisk will also introduce its new brand vision, "Architect Intelligence". Make sure to stop by Booth J0110, Hall 1, 1F, to learn more.

Klika Tech announced a new collaboration with Espressif Systems combining Klika Tech’s expertise in cloud and embedded platform integration with Espressif’s innovative ESP RainMaker platform. Gennadiy M Borisov, President and Co-CEO of Klika Tech, stated, “This strategic alliance with Espressif Systems represents a significant milestone for Klika Tech in our mission to empower businesses and consumers with advanced IoT solutions. Together, we are set to make ESP RainMaker even more accessible, efficient, and customizable according to the unique needs of our customers.”

Taipei, Taiwan. Elitegroup Computer Systems (ECS) will be participating in the COMPUTEX 2024 show in Taipei, Taiwan, from June 4 to 7, 2024, where it will highlight various motherboards designed for light gaming, commercial, and vertical markets, as well as the comprehensive LIVA mini-PC and fanless box PC, laptops, and intelligent EV charging solutions. ECS will be in Nangang Hall 1, on the fourth floor, in booth M0602.

San Jose, California. MIPS will highlights its embedded and edge AI innovations at COMPUTEX 2024. MIPS’ architecture enables a tailored solution with integration of the CPU to the overall System-on-Chip (SoC) architecture, handling data movement and memory to predict and unravel bottlenecks caused by the demands in AI. In meeting room #2549, at the Grand Hyatt Taipei, MIPS is showcasing two demos, supplying information of its real-time system deployments, and its multi-threading and RISC-V capabilities.

Vecow Co., Ltd. introduced its TGS-1000 Series, a stackable AI PC leveraging a CPU, GPU, and NPU within a single processor. The series supports edge AI applications including AI-accelerated processing, AI-assisted video conferencing, AI-ready immersive gameplay, and 4K streaming. Powered by Intel Core Ultra 7 165H/Ultra 5 135H processor and equipped with robust NPUs (neural processing units), the TGS-1000 Series is ideal for inferencing tasks required by AI.

PX5 announced that PX5 FILE now supports the industry-standard FAT (File Allocation Table) file system format, sharing application data between other platforms from embedded devices to desktop computers. Designers have the capability to leverage PX5 FILE for real-time storage across RAM, FLASH, SD cards, etc.

Our Road to COMPUTEX takes us to MACTRON GROUP, where at booth P0407a, it will unveil the forefront of innovative technology with its advanced Touch Embedded Systems and AI-driven solutions for applications in AI healthcare and AI automation. The booth will highlight MACTRON GROUP’s Touch Panel PCs that enhance efficiency and performance in every environment, from surgery rooms to construction sites. These solutions are engineered to meet the highest standards of durability, functionality, and medical-grade requirements, ensuring optimal performance even in the harshest conditions.

Taipei, Taiwan. ASRock Industrial will attend COMPUTEX 2024 from June 4th to June 7th at the Nangang Exhibition Center, Booth L0818. On display will be a thorough selection of next-generation solutions for edge AIoT computing including edge AIoT platforms, industrial IoT controllers, mini PCs, and motherboards.