The PCIe communication protocol was released nearly 21 years ago and is undergoing another change. Adoption may be slower than with other changes because both devices communicating must have the same version to communicate at the highest rate. One class
If you were to inquire about "What is an AI PC?" from ten different individuals, you'd probably receive ten distinct responses. However, such diversity in perspectives is typical during the nascent stages of any groundbreaking technological advancement.
Mining vehicles are integral to modern mining operations, enhancing productivity and efficiency. Today, the application of edge AI technology has ushered in autonomous mining vehicles, yielding three main benefits: (1) Enhancing safety by eliminating
For many years, Linux operating systems have offered flexibility in minimizing disk space use, hardware compatibility, and portability. The ability to create a portable instance of a Linux OS on a USB stick isn’t new and has enabled people to experiment
As technology for storage drives continues to evolve, it’s good to touch base periodically and review new opportunities. In the case of solid-state drives (SSDs), both storage density and device size have been making improvements suitable to industrial
Peripheral and device connectivity to host computing systems has long been fraught with challenges: connector differences, lack of support for some interface types, not enough ports of another type — the list goes on. In the consumer space, this
Central Processing Unit (CPU) technology has been evolving since the application of the integrated circuit in 1960. Many of us were first introduced to CPU technology with single-core devices. The first dual-core designs didn’t make it to market
In our ever-evolving landscape of technology, advancement remains central to defining how we connect and communicate. In computing applications, the Peripheral Component Interconnect Express (PCIe) standard is among the most significant examples of this
A system-on-chip (SoC), as its name implies, is an entire computer system or platform integrated onto a single device or integrated circuit. Within the circuit, an SoC includes a central processing unit (CPU), a graphical processing unit (GPU), memory,
Computer component performance rapidly evolves, with faster central and graphical processing units (CPUs and GPUs), faster and larger system memory (RAM), more robust system bus technology, and enhanced input and output interfaces. All these things have
While Windows remains the dominant operating system (OS) for most PC-based tasks, Linux has established itself as a superior operating system for applications that require the highest reliability, security, and performance, such as defense, security,
It’s always a balancing act trying to get what you need without wasting money by acquiring too much. Choosing the right amount of memory for an industrial PC running Windows 10 or Ubuntu is no exception. How much is enough? The short answer is:
It’s common practice in industrial computing to customize I/O using plug-in cards with a standardized motherboard interface. But many approaches, especially those adapted from desktop computing, make compromises in size, height, or ruggedness. Not
USB connectivity has been present in our computing lives since the late 1990s, and the interface has become the most versatile connectivity option in modern-day computing. The most recent evolutions in the standard have resulted in increased bandwidth
Large-scale industrial control systems are moving from centralized control to edge-based computing. At the same time, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are providing control approaches that promise greater efficiency and precision. These
Quite quickly and not so quietly, AI has become a standard part of everyday life. Cell phones respond seamlessly to voice commands, enhance captured images, and automatically gather and curate useful information such as favorite calls and texting patterns.
As industrial applications such as machine vision, video analytics, and robotics — including autonomous mobile robots and automated guided vehicles — continue to evolve, the vendor community continues to innovate and push product capabilities forward.
Calling something “waterproof” or “dust-resistant” isn’t really very useful. After all, it’s difficult to know exactly what that means in terms of how an electrical enclosure or mechanical casing will protect against
One of the most important and widespread uses of industrial PCs (IPCs) is for in-vehicle computing. The target environments range from automobiles to mass transit vehicles
Digital technology brings a host of benefits to industry, such as flexibility and decentralization. Some disadvantages are network lag and the inability to access a device or other equipment if it is powered off. This article briefly introduces some of
The release of the Nuvo-9000 series computer is delivering a myriad of exciting new updates of a proven design with new capabilities for industrial applications. The 9000 series has been described as a swiss-army knife well equipped to handle the latest
Choosing the right industrial computer that can handle your workload while working efficiently in your environment can be challenging. At CoastIPC, we work with customers
Athletes and coaches can benefit from advanced technologies that capture data to improve performance, such as systems that track fluid dynamics and body motion. Leveraging such systems presents challenges, however. The shape of the human body is complex,
Drone usage continues its sharp climb in commercial applications, among them infrastructure inspection and environmental assessments. But what happens when drones are used for nefarious purposes, such as illegal surveillance or transporting drugs across
Our new brand identity is built on how we deliver solutions. Just like the advances in the industries we power, at CoastIPC we’ve exponentially grown and evolved through the years. To better capture who we are and where we’re headed in our industry, we’ve
When it comes to industrial PCs, there are many different components to choose from. So, how do you know which ones to select for your specific application? This blog post will discuss the top ten key factors you need to consider when selecting components
Industrial and rugged embedded computers and systems provider Neousys Technology — a CoastIPC partner — has been honored with a 2022 Military + Aerospace Electronics Innovators Award for its rugged RGS-8805GC HPC server.
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) reduced cable clutter in personal computers by replacing unique, dedicated I/O connections with simple, interchangeable ones. But USB was not capable of handling most industrial I/O needs — until recently. USB
Keeping a PC cool is integral to its performance. For industrial uses, tight spaces, or rugged applications, a fanless PC is the best option to ensure longevity and durability in these specialized settings. At CoastIPC, we choose parts from only leading
Having the right signal inputs and outputs (I/O) on an industrial computer (IPC) is essential. Custom designs can meet this need but cost considerations favor using a stock design. Having the same, stock IPC design in multiple systems helps minimize overall
Computers used in industrial and commercial settings are often exposed to a variety of environmental factors that can affect system performance and your company’s bottom line. Dust particles, liquids, extreme temperatures, and other factors can all impact
Early detection of drones is the best method for mitigating threats. With its AirWarden™ drone detection technology, AeroDefense offers a novel system that detects, classifies, locates, and tracks known & unidentified drones.
Featuring NVIDIA’s Jetson Xavier NX system on module (SOM), the new NRU-52S computer from Neousys Technology delivers powerful edge AI and real-time video analytics capabilities in applications such as deep learning and machine vision, robotics,
Advances in semiconductors have led to dramatic developments in a wide range of sensor and camera technologies, including sensors/cameras for area scan and line scan, IP/network, 3D, and thermal imaging platforms. Many
Athletes often watch footage of their past performances to see what they did right and where they can improve. Subtle, fluid movements can make all the difference in an athlete’s end result.
Microsoft has released its latest version of Windows for IoT (Windows 10) to original equipment manufacturers. The release includes two versions: Microsoft 10 IoT Enterprise, version 21H2, and Microsoft 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021.
In commercial fishing, recording data and creating observer reports about the harvest is essential while at sea. Traditionally, vessels have a human observer on deck to handle this important task. Video monitoring systems represent an alternative to bringing
Microsoft will release the latest version of the Windows operating system (OS) — Windows 11 — on October 5, 2021. This does not mean you can or should automatically update your OS that day, however. Let’s take a high-level look at the important facts
Neousys Technologies’ Nuvo-7000 series of rugged, fanless embedded computers meets the new UL 62368-1 safety standard, which applies to audio/video, information, and communication equipment for computing, networking, and telecommunications.
September 17, 2021, marks 30 years since Linus Torvalds first released the Linux operating system kernel. Today, the Linux family of open-source operating systems represents one of the primary platforms used in industrial and embedding computing applications
In automotive manufacturing, machine vision systems perform automated inspection and detection tasks for quality assurance, production, and other processes. Read all about how this system was designed and deployed.
In today’s highly distributed computing environments, where data and even processing can be shared over a network of many devices, time synchronization is critical to the success of many industries. In time-critical applications like machine vision, IEEE
It is no secret that a serious imbalance between supply and demand exists right now for semiconductor chips. This shortage has impacted products ranging from toothbrushes to trucks to, yes, computers — with no immediate solution on the horizon.
Join us on Thursday, June 17, at the Vision Systems Design Tech Summit to see John DeWaal and Skye Gorter discuss how industrial PCs continue to evolve to meet growing challenges in edge AI and machine vision applications.
The POC-40 compact embedded controller from Neousys Technology features an Intel Elkhart Lake Atom processor and measures just 52 x 89 x 112 mm, making it suitable for deployment into space constrained industrial automation applications.
At this year’s NVIDIA GTC conference for AI innovators, technologists, and creatives, the company announced the launch of the RTX A5000 and RTX A4000 graphics processing units (GPUs), joining the RTX A6000 in their new line of Ampere graphics cards. Let’s
Computers are more connected than ever. As cloud services, networks, IT, advanced simulation, digital twins, machine learning, vision applications, and more demand greater broadband and faster data transfer rates, the need for PCIe 4.0 has increased.
Industrial & embedded computing company Neousys Technology has released its 2021 catalog of computers designed for machine vision, edge artificial intelligence (AI), GPU computing, IoT gateway, surveillance/video analytics, and embedded computing applications.
Introducing the new POC-400 compact embedded computer from Neousys Technology. Measuring just 56 x 108 x 153 mm, the new PC features an Intel Elkhart Lake Atom processor and targets factory automation and edge artificial intelligence (AI) applications.
The industrial PC that keeps the world running in smooth grooves by driving the machines we depend on every day — from electric vehicles to medical diagnostic equipment. Before you buy consider these three critical characteristics.
Designed for harsh environments, the ARK-1220 is a compact, fanless DIN-rail embedded system that features an Intel® Atom™ E3940 quad-core/Celeron® N3350 dual-core processor and essential I/O on the front bezel for easy access.
MIC-770 is a compact, fanless system with the latest generation Intel® 14nm CPU with new PCH Q370/H310 on a proprietary form factor motherboard that offers an “expansion slot module” for optimizing the IPC for a specific application.
CoastIPC, a supplier of Industrial and Embedded Computing Solutions, was named the 2019 Outstanding Partner of the Year from Neousys Technology, a manufacturer of embedded industrial computers used robotics, autonomos, AI, machine vision, and more.
Designed for entry-level server, digital surveillance or AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) server applications with high performance demand, the HPC-7000 series provides optimized thermal, anti-vibration, high-end computing server power.
The POC-500 series ultra-compact embedded controller, powered by the AMD Ryzen™ platform with a 4-core/8-thread processor, is made for rugged environments, delivering powerful CPU/GPU performance for versatile applications where performance and size matter.
Our experts explain why the NVIDIA® RTX™ 2080 Ti GPU is a gamechanger for entertainment and broadcast customers, offering real-time ray tracing through NVIDIA Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) software and Turing’s Tensor cores.
The 8th generation Intel® Core™ i/Xeon® E processors deliver a 25% performance for powering intelligent systems aimed at diverse markets, such as video surveillance, medical, industrial automation, and transportation infrastructure.
Determining which hard drive interface – NVMe, M.2, PCIe, SATA, and AHCI – for a specific industrial application can be tricky. Learn the limitations of SATA and AHCI protocols, and the advantages of VMe, Non-Volatile Memory Express.
When choosing any technology two things ultimately count most: performance and total cost of ownership. Most people buy products that do what they want done better than alternatives and at a cost to acquire and use that’s favorable versus alternatives.
The Nuvo-6108 with the NVIDIA RTX 2080 graphics card (the world’s most powerful GPU on the market) delivers 6X the performance of previous-generation GPU computers with leaps in speed, efficiencies, resolution. Key features of the RTX 2080 include 8G
With the theme of Intelligent Automation, Seamless Integration, the IIoT iAutomation Group of Advantech Corporation is a pioneer in intelligent Automation technology. By combining connectivity, flexibility, ruggedness and being at the leading-edge of
Advantech’s IIoT iAutomation Group is introducing two new modular panel PCs the ITA-7000 and ITA-8000 series which has been developed to enhance rolling stock product offerings. The two new series' comprise of industrial-grade panel PCs that provide
Advantech has launched a series of rack-mount IPCs for machine builders. They feature a small footprint, simple manageability, and easy maintenance. Responding to machine builder requests for compact IPCs, Advantech is launching IPCs that meet the demands.
CoastIPC (formerly Coast Automation), a supplier of industrial-grade computers, is pleased to announce being named the 2017 Outstanding Partner of the Year by Neousys Technology, a manufacturer of embedded
Founded in 1958, Nan-Ya Plastics Corporation (NYP) is one of the world's largest manufactures in terms of production capacity, with more than 10,000 employees. NYP has long been committed to Industry 4.0 practices, aiming at sustainable business development
Advantech's new generation UNO-2000 series of Embedded Automation Computers are Fanless with highly ruggedized with embedded operation system. New UNO-2000 series implement Universal, Customized, and Domain idea into modular design concept which provides
A Graphics processing unit (GPU) is also known as a visual processing unit (VPU) that features an electronic circuit designed specifically to accelerate real-time 3D image creation in a frame buffer for display. GPU-accelerated computing is usually coupled
Coast Automation, a distributor of industrial computers, is pleased to announce being named as 2017 Premium Partner by Advantech, a manufacturer of embedded and automation industrial computers used in Transportation, Industrial Automation, and Intelligent
Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) engineers can produce a system that meets safety, cost, and power efficiency design constraints of passenger vehicles by shifting from a software-centric approach to custom hardware. A key to this relies on extending
Neousys Technology, who designs and manufactures rugged embedded systems recently announced the Nuvo-5026E, an Intel® 6th-Gen Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 fanless computer with dual PCIe x8 slots in expansion Cassette, 6x GbE ports and MezIO™ interface.
The new Nuvo-5501 from Neousys is one of smallest fanless embedded computers with Intel® 6th-Gen LGA socket and front-accessible I/O. Despite it’s ultra-compact size, it features Intel® 6th-Gen Core™ i7/i5/i3 processors and the H110 chipset. Based on
Coast Automation is now a member of the Robotic Industries Association (RIA), the world’s leading resource for industrial robotics. Robotics Online is sponsored by Robotic Industries Association, and provides information to help engineers, managers and
Designed with utility vehicles and forklifts in mind, iKey's newest full travel keyboard features an integrated FSR (force sensing resistor) pointing device which has improved sensitivity and red LED backlighting. This is the ideal combination for low
There is nothing better than using a keyboard that is customized to your needs. This one is made with utility trucks, forklifts and dim spaces in mind. It's especially useful for gloved use. The mobile, full travel keyboard with an improved Force Sensing
Congratulations……you finally installed that UPS for your Commercial, Industrial or Embedded System. Unlike an office or home UPS your system is likely subjected to constant hot or cold temperatures. Do you know these conditions can reduce the system battery
Windows 10 comes equipped with a whole new arsenal of security features to help keep your Industrial PC secure , including fingerprint scanners, facial recognition with infrared scanners and more. Security checkpoints are completely customizable in the
Advantech's National Channel Sales Manager Nathan Smith presents Coast Automation President John DeWaal with another million dollar club award for Coast Automation's 2016 performance.
The NEW! UNO-1372G by Advantech features a wide array of I/O and a powerful quad-core processor, all squeezed snuggly into a small form factor chassis. The small form factor coupled with the horsepower of an Intel Atom E3845, built-in 4GB SODIMM, rich
The best way to examine the reliability of a technology, one could argue, is by looking at how the technology actually performs in real-world production — rather than, say, in a lab experiment under controlled conditions, using a small number of drives,
Advantech’s IPPC-5211WS features a 21.5” display offering high definition, thin-film transistor, LED backlighting, and LCD technology to its users. The IPPC-5211WS is a widescreen model with a 16:9 ratio and a fully flat glass front panel with 7H hardness
CoastIPC, a distributor of industrial computers and embedded computers, announces its expansion into new facilities in Hingham, Massachusetts. The new space, in the same building it currently occupies, doubles the company's footprint, and triples their
Main Features: Power with latest generation Intel Skylake core I CPU from i3 to i7, Rich USB and Serial ports for data communications, Optional i-Module to provide additional add on card slot/drive bay support
“Why, Windows 10?” is a question that many of us have tossed around lately. Windows 10 offers a multitude of new and fancy applications to improve the user experience. But, there is one thing above all others that is insurmountably important when it
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a concept-environment in which physical objects are capable of sending, and receiving, pertinent information across a network – without the necessary involvement of a human-being. If you’ve heard of this concept before
Whenever Intel (or any chip maker) introduces a new generation of products the vendor naturally lists all the improvements in performance, features, feature density, and power consumption as reasons to upgrade. But what was particularly noteworthy about
For obvious reasons, remote monitoring and management of a PC is a valuable tool for service technicians. The same number of technicians can work on many more devices and they don’t have to rely as much on users telling them what’s wrong. That means there’s
Many individuals have likely never heard of the Intel Quark before, unless, they’re affiliated with industrial or embedded computer systems – so, what, you might ask, is a Quark? The Quark was designed by Intel to specifically cater to the demands of
Expandable fanless embedded computers with minimal power consumption and high I/O capacity, compact to ultra-compact. Perfect for your application with customized components like RAM, SSD, HDD, miniPCIe etc. that we deliver, install and test...
AeroDefense provides solutions to detect drones and pilots at stadiums, correctional facilities, critical infrastructure, and other high-value targets. AeroDefense’s Drone and Pilot Detection, Location and Alert System, AirWarden™, detects Radio Frequency
Neousys Technology today announced the introduction of Intel® 9th-Gen Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 processors with up to 8-cores and 16 threads. Supported systems include the Nuvo-7000 Nuvo-8000 series (for industry and automation applications), the Nuvo-7100VTC
The PPC-3100 is a 10.4" fanless panel PC equipped with a high-performance Intel® Atom™ E3940 quad-core processor that supports wide power input range (9 ~ 32 VDC). The provision of multiple I/O, including 4 x COM, 4 x USB 3.0, 1 x isolated RS-422/485,
Advantech’s IIoT iAutomation Group has a comprehensive series of computer platforms for railway signaling and Integrated Supervisory Control Systems (ISCS), such as the EN50121-4 compliant ITA-2231 and the ITA-2111. The ITA-2231 has a rugged 2U fanless
Neousys' PB-2500J series is an innovative power backup solution for demanding industrial applications. Utilizing ultra-capacitor technology, it features -25ºC to 65ºC operating temperature range and extremely high durability. Compared to traditional battery-based
