Embedded systems

Article (6)
  • Removing the bugs from embedded software
    Releasing a product with bugs is potentially very expensive, especially considering the cost of field upgrades, recalls and repairs. Less quantifiable, but at least equally important, is the damage done to reputation and consequent loss of user goodwill.
  • Improving the quality of embedded software
    Embedded software intended for aerospace and military applications must operate with the utmost concern for safety. To achieve reliability goals, software development teams strive for these applications to meet rigorous verification processes and the goal of zero defects.
  • Wireless measurement and data acquisition
    The embedded developer b-plus was looking to migrate its XScale-based visualisation client, which is designed to be the mobile HMI for Zigbee measured data, to an Atom-based platform, to benefit from enhanced graphics and processing performance, easier long-term scalability in performance and openness in software development. One major question needed to be answered: what is the most efficient hardware platform for this application?
  • Embedded systems boost warehouse efficiency
    More and more companies are using computers-on-modules to address the rigours of constant shock and vibration, airborne contaminants and temperature extremes in places such as warehouses. An industrial warehouse system case study involving an ETX module highlights the trends and computing challenges facing today’s material-handling operations.
  • Putting a voice to an embedded project
    Adding voice to an embedded project can enhance the user experience of a product. Commands can be confirmed, statuses can be announced and temperatures can be read aloud.
  • CompactPCI Plus standard can enhance data transfer
    One unfortunate side-effect of technological advancements is that they often force end users to accept an 'all-or-nothing' choice between a major investment in enhanced speed and capability, or live with less-than-optimum performance to protect the investment in an installed technology base.
Feature (3)
  • Soft hardware for a flexible chip
    Technology is struggling to meet the demands of high-performance, specialised computing systems according to a European consortium, which has responded by developing a reconfigurable chip that is both efficient and flexible.
  • The pitfalls of supercomputing
    Choosing a supercomputer for some fields of electronic research presents a conundrum for researchers, thanks to practical limitations inherent in every option
  • Paper that talks back
    Today there are large boards and shop displays that talk directly to customers, using digital information embedded in the paper
Product (52)
  • Kontron Microspace MPC-pONE embedded PC
    The embedded Box-PC Microspace MPC-pONE is an application-ready platform for cost-sensitive applications that demand a robust design and high availability.
  • Sierra Wireless dual serial port IESM board
    The IESM daughterboard for the FXT003/009 modem offers flexibility by including a high-accuracy GPS module (Sierra Wireless XM0110 SiRFstar 4 GPS chip) together with two additional serial ports.
  • Texas Instruments MSP-EXP430G2 LaunchPad flash programmer/debugging tool
    The Texas Instruments MSP-EXP430G2 LaunchPad is a flash programmer and debugging tool that provides everything needed to start developing on MSP430 Value Line devices.
  • GE Intelligent Platforms XCR14 6U CompactPCI/XVR14 6U VME embedded computers
    GE Intelligent Platforms has announced two rugged single board computers based on second-generation Intel Core i7 Sandy Bridge processors.
  • Kontron PC/104-Plus Microspace MSM-eO single board computer
    The PC/104-Plus single board computer Microspace MSM-eO offers OEMs powerful embedded graphics.
  • Adlink MXE-3000 fanless embedded computer
    Adlink has released its MXE-3000 fanless embedded computer with rich integrated I/O.
  • Advantech ETM-RES02C touch control board
    A touch control board, the ETM-RES02C, has been released for embedded developers.
  • Advantech embedded platform series
    A series of embedded boards based on the second-generation Intel Core i7 processor, featuring intelligent performance, power efficiency and integrated Intel HD graphics with DX10.1 support, has been released.
  • Kontron KTLX800/pITX Pico-ITX single board computer
    Kontron has released the 2.5″ Pico-ITX SBC KTLX800/pITX, with the AMD Geode LX800 processor, that combines maximum cost and power efficiency with interfaces tailored to the needs of industrial automation and test and measurement.
  • IEI Technology ECN-581A multimedia box range
    IEI Technology has introduced the ECN-581A series, including the ECN-581A-QM57 dual DVI display multimedia box and the ECN-581A-R10-D5251 and ECN-581A-R10-HM551 embedded compact chassis for the NANO series. The QM57 delivers enhanced visual performance with its new-generation Intel Core i5-520M mobile processor and mobile Intel QM57 Express Chipset.
  • Adlink Technology MXE-1200 embedded computer
    Micromax has released the MXE-1200 from Adlink Technology. It is an industrial fanless embedded computer with enhanced RF functions and LVDS and VGA dual display geared specifically applications such as intelligent transportation, factory automation, home security, environmental monitoring and research.
  • AMD G-series embedded platform support
    Parallel to AMD’s launch of its embedded G-series platform, Kontron says it will support the claimed world’s first accelerated processing units on three of the company’s small form factor embedded platforms.
  • Adlink Technology embedded product range
    Adlink Technology, has released new embedded products based on the second generation Intel Core processor family with 32 nm process technology.
  • Unitronix Leopard PC/104-Plus Core 2 Duo embedded computer
    Driven by a second-generation Intel Core 2 Duo processor designed specifically for embedded applications, the Leopard PC/104-Plus runs up to 2.26 GHz. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep provides dynamic processor frequency scaling to meet instant performance needs while minimising power draw and heat dissipation.
  • Sierra Wireless AirPrime MC8801 embedded module
    The Sierra Wireless AirPrime MC8801 embedded module supports HSPA+ dual-channel networks and peak network downlink speeds of 42 Mbps.
  • Sierra Wireless AirPrime SL6087 and SL808x embedded modules
    The Sierra Wireless AirPrime SL series embedded modules are available in footprint-compatible GPRS/EDGE and HSDPA versions. The SL6087 modules features quad band GPRS/EDGE communications (850/900/1800/1900 MHz) and the SL808x adds support for UMTS/HSDPA.
  • Texas Instruments TMS320DM368 embedded video development kits
    Two embedded video camera and video communications development kits are now available.
  • Advantech ARK-6320-6M01E embedded computer
    A compact, high-performance embedded computer, the ARK-6320-6M01E has been introduced.
  • ICP Electronics WStrider-200 A rugged embedded controller
    The WStrider-200 A rugged embedded controller is designed to operate under harsh conditions.
  • EVOC ERC-2101 embedded PC
    EVOC’s ERC-2101 embedded PC is based on the GM45 chipset. The PC is ultraslim, has an operating temperature range of 0~45°C (or -10~55°C with a CF card) and features the Core 2 Duo P8400 (or optional Intel Celeron M 575) CPU.
  • National Instruments PXI/CompactPCI backplane
    National Instruments has available board-level backplanes from all its PXI/CompactPCI and PXI Express chassis for OEMs to use in applications ranging from aerospace/defence to industrial embedded control.
  • Kontron fanless ThinkIO-Solo embedded IPC
    Kontron has announced the fanless ThinkIO-Solo embedded IPC and the Debian Linux desktop distribution for the ThinkIO-Duo/-Solo.
  • Sierra Wireless AirPrime MC8795V embedded module
    Designed for HSPA networks, the AirPrime MC8795V offers quad-band 850, 900, 1900 and 2100 MHz frequency band support.
  • EUI/57V SSV compact HMI module
    The EUI/57V SSV offers a touch screen-based control unit with TFT-LCD and embedded PC as module, enabling timely man-machine interfaces to be realised.
  • ASB200-883-6COM compact embedded computer
    Backplane Systems has announced the ASB200-883-6COM, a compact fanless embedded system based on the IBASE IB883 3.5″ disk-size embedded single board computer that supports 6x serial ports and 8x GPIOs
  • SN75LVDS83B serialiser
    Texas Instruments has released what is claimed to be the first LVDS serialiser that connects directly to 1.8 V powered processors and that eliminates the need for a level shifter when using 1.8 and 2.5 V logic interfaces, reducing board space by up to 83%.
  • ASB200-810 embedded computer
    Backplane has released the ASB200-810, an Intel EP80579-based fanless computer system that houses an IBASE ECX810 ECX embedded board and is suitable for fanless platforms requiring multiple LAN ports for use in networking such as office or factory automation.
  • Fanless embedded PC
    Interworld has added the AEC-6831 to its range of embedded PC controllers.
  • Embedded system
    Backplane Systems has launched the AMI401 embedded system from iBASE that features a GM45 chipset-based MI945F mini-ITX motherboard, enabling support for the latest Intel Core2 Duo processors (Socket P type).
  • Embedded serial device servers
    Interworld Electronics supplies a range of both wired and wireless embedded serial device server solutions.
  • Embedded box PC
    The ACS-265x series of embedded PCs is a small sized computer system with I/O and expansion capabilities.
  • Embedded modules
    Connect One has unveiled the Nano Socket family of embedded LAN and Wi-Fi modules - the Nano Socket iWiFi and Nano Socket LAN.
  • Embedded vision system
    National Instruments has released an embedded vision system that allows manufacturing engineers and system integrators to build high-speed, real-time machine vision systems for applications such as sorting products, verifying assembly and inspecting packaging.
  • Wireless security
    Digi International has introduced NET+OS 7.4, the latest version of its royalty-free software platform for network-enabled embedded system development.
  • Linux capability
    Lantronix now supports Linux on its wired embedded device server product, MatchPort AR.
  • ECW-281-ATOM embedded system
    The ECW-281-ATOM is a 1.6 GHz fanless embedded system housed in a 132 x 229 x 64 mm package. It has four USB 2.0, six COM ports, dual GbE LAN and support for both CompactFlash.
  • F50P Embedded computer
    The F50P is a single-board computer for embedded applications based on the MPC8548 processor. The board provides gigabit ethernet, USB, SATA and user-definable I/O lines controlled by an optional onboard FPGA.
  • Embedded motherboards
    Kontron has released three embedded motherboards with 45 nm Core 2 Quad and Core2 Duo processors in the form factors Mini-ITX, Flex-ATX and ATX.
  • Lightweight computer modules
    Lippert Embedded Computers has introduced the CoreExpress-ECO featuring a low-power Atom processor, built in 45 nm chip technology. The CoreExpress comes with digital buses only and 1 GB soldered RAM.
  • Embedded device server
    Digi International has introduced the Digi Connect ME 9210, an embedded device server and latest addition to the Digi Connect ME family.
  • Embedded support
    Advantech has announced three EFI solutions that make embedded applications more reliable. Embedded EFI BIOS, Embedded EFI Pre-Boot Application and Embedded AFI Alert Server allow users to configure BIOS features for specific vertical market demands.
  • Voice data creation
    Epson has developed a natural-sounding voice data creation tool for embedded applications, as well as the S1V3034x series of voice chips and the terminal-compatible S1V3S344 IC chip with built-in flash memory.
  • Embedded controller
    Siemens has released the modular Simatic S7-mEC embedded controller with pre-installed run-time visualisation software.
  • Embedded Wi-Fi module
    Connect One has released Nano WiReach, an embedded Wi-Fi bridge that connects any embedded device to 802.11b/g wireless LANs with minimal programming.
  • Embedded systems 'scopes
    Tektronix has available the DPO3000 digital phosphor oscilloscopes, a portable series.
  • AEC-6905 embedded controller
    Interworld Electronics has released the AEC-6905 Celeron M 600 MHz/1.5 GHz-based embedded computer, the latest addition to the Boxer S series.
  • Embedded module
    National Instruments and ARM have announced the LabVIEW embedded module for ARM microcontrollers, an extension of the LabVIEW graphical system design platform that directly targets the ARM 7, 9 and Cortex-M3 microcontroller families.
  • Boxer standalone embedded control PCs
    The Boxer Series of products are high-performance standalone embedded PCs featuring: fanless operation, compact size, robust construction, low power requirements, high vibration/shock protection, wide operating temperature range and certified embedded OS support.
  • Extended temperature IPC
    Kontron has introduced ThinkIO-P to provide a greater heat range with less power consumption.
  • Embeddable GPS receiver
    The Resolution T embeddable timing product enables companies to change the way they incorporate precise time into applications and solutions through a combination of low cost, accuracy, size and special features. The device employs new architecture — using general DSP-based GPS SW.
  • Processor support
    The Trace32 ICD and Trace32 PowerTools debuggers of Lauterbach support the Analog Devices Blackfin family of processors.
  • Serial Communication Products
    Interworld Electronics can add multiple high-speed serial ports to any PC, Server, Thin Client, Laptop, PDA or Embedded System.
News (9)
  • We talk embedded with Evoc Technology
    What's New in Electronics caught up with Xavier from Evoc Technology and Andrew Tuft from its Australian distributor, Backplane Systems Technology, at the 2010 CeBIT show in Sydney.
  • Design guidelines and competition initiatives
    The GSMA has announced new developments in its embedded mobile initiative, including work to establish standard design guidelines for embedded mobile applications and the kick-off of a competition to drive development in the embedded mobile market.
  • Order won for bus computers
    Kontron has won a further multimillion-euro order, this time from the Walloon Transport Company in Belgium.
  • Components merger
    Paqworks Business has joined Madison Technologies in its Industrial IT & Communications division.
  • Module distributor
    Soanar has signed a distribution agreement with MeshNetics, a provider of ZigBee modules and embedded software for OEMs and system integrators.
  • French acquisition
    Kontron has acquired the French company Thales Computers SA, a subsidiary of Thales SA.
  • Company acquisition
    Emerson and Motorola have entered into an agreement under which Emerson will acquire Motorola's Embedded Communications Computing (ECC) business for $350 million in cash.
  • Plans for multicore benchmarks unveiled
    The Embedded Microprocessor Benchmark Consortium (EEMBC) has announced plans to roll out new benchmarks that will address multiprocessing systems, multicore processors and multithread processors.
  • Distribution agreement announced
    Elgato Systems has announced a distribution agreement with Conexus, a specialist distributor of multimedia technologies for the Macintosh.
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