MIPS single-board computer for IoT
25 November 2015
Computer/Embedded Technology
Imagination Technologies is following up the Creator Ci20 microcomputer it launched last year with a new model targeting the Internet of Things (IoT) market.
Whereas the Ci20 was powered by a 1,2 GHz dual-core, MIPS32-based processor from Ingenic, the upcoming Ci40 will be based on an IP subsystem that has been engineered from the ground-up for IoT. Exact specifications of the new chip have not been revealed at this stage, but it will boast dual MIPS interAptic cores, while Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity will come courtesy of Imagination’s Ensigma C4500 radio processor.
For an operating system, Imagination is throwing its weight behind Brillo, the new OS designed by Google specifically for IoT applications. Since the MIPS architecture is officially supported in Android, Imagination says running Brillo on MIPS-based devices is a natural evolution. To hedge its bets, the Ci40 will also support OpenWrt and Debian, both of which are already popular choices for developers working on the MIPS architecture.
OpenWrt is a lightweight, clean and streamlined GNU/Linux-based operating system designed primarily to route networking traffic. Its modular architecture has been optimised to reduce its size, an important feature that makes this operating system ideal for the limited storage and memory available in home routers or single-board computers. Developers can easily connect and send commands to OpenWrt-based devices using a command-line terminal or a web interface (LuCI). There are also about 3500 optional software packages available for installation via the opkg package management system.
For more information visit www.imgtec.com.
Further reading:
Microsoft Windows IoT on ARM
Altron Arrow
Computer/Embedded Technology
This expansion means that the Windows IoT ecosystem can now harness the power of ARM processors, known for their energy efficiency and versatility.
Read more...
Hardened-grade network switches
CST Electronics
Computer/Embedded Technology
Lantronix’s hardened switches provide Layer 2 or Layer 3 networking, and are available as Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) or Power-over-Ethernet Plus (PoE+).
Read more...
Switched mezzanine card for enhanced Ethernet connectivity
Rugged Interconnect Technologies
Computer/Embedded Technology
The TXMC897 sets a new standard in high-speed Ethernet communication, with advanced features and flexibility.
Read more...
Ryzen V3000 computer on module
Altron Arrow
Computer/Embedded Technology
SolidRun has recently announced the launch of its new Ryzen V3000 CX7 Com module, configurable with the eight-core/16-thread Ryzen Embedded V3C48 processor.
Read more...
1.6T Ethernet IP solution to drive AI and hyperscale data centre chips
Computer/Embedded Technology
As artificial intelligence (AI) workloads continue to grow exponentially, and hyperscale data centres become the backbone of our digital infrastructure, the need for faster and more efficient communication technologies becomes imperative. 1.6T Ethernet will rapidly be replacing 400G and 800G Ethernet as the backbone of hyperscale data centres.
Read more...
Maximising edge computing
Computer/Embedded Technology
Senao Networks has announced its launch of its SX904 SmartNIC based on the Intel NetSec Accelerator Reference Design.
Read more...
Duxbury unveils next-gen solar-powered switches
Computer/Embedded Technology
These powerful solar-powered switches are ideal for any environment requiring reliable Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) capabilities.
Read more...
UFS Ver. 4.0 embedded Flash memory devices
EBV Electrolink
Computer/Embedded Technology
KIOXIA Europe has announced sampling of the industry’s first Universal Flash Storage (UFS) version 4.0 embedded Flash memory devices designed for automotive applications.
Read more...
Powering factory automation into the future
Rugged Interconnect Technologies
Computer/Embedded Technology
Powered by the newest 13th Gen Intel processors, ADLINK Technology’s COM-HPC-cRLS module is a future-proof edge AI solution.
Read more...
Linux OS with immutable file system
Computer/Embedded Technology
What really sets VanillaOS apart from others, however, is in security, where it takes a new approach to computing by using an immutable file system for improved security and stability.
Read more...
printer friendly version