Warren Webb

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Module merges SUMIT interface with ISM form factor

Taking advantage of the latest small form factor announcements, ADLINK Technology just introduced the CoreModule 730 single board computer combining the SUMIT (Stackable Unified Module Interconnect Technology) standard expansion interface from the Small Form Factor Special Interest Group (SFF-SIG) with the newly defined ISM (Industry Standard Module) form factor. The new embedded computer... More

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Wireless module claims five year battery life

With the proliferation of Wi-Fi networks embedded designers are turning to wireless interfaces to eliminate the expensive wiring and installation costs for commercial and industrial sensing applications. The major challenge has been the relatively short battery life for remote sensors interfaced through the wireless network. RF Monolithics recently announced a potential solution with their... More

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VMEbus computer defies obsolescence

Although FPGAs have taken center stage in the fight on obsolescence , another approach to extending the expected life of an embedded product is to allow users to easily update plug in modules to reconfigure the hardware. For example, General Micro Systems recently announced the VS275, codenamed Maritime, a new VMEbus single board computer that combats end of life problems by enabling... More

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Motherboards support old, new plug-ins

Targeting updates to legacy applications, CyberResearch recently introduced a new line of motherboards that provide one PCI Express x16 slot, four PCI slots, one ISA slot plus one more slot that supports either PCI or ISA expansion boards.  The new MXGE motherboards come with a Core 2 Duo or Pentium 4 CPU and 1 GB of DDR2 RAM. In addition to the legacy and current interface slots, the... More

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Board computer features long term availability

While system manufacturers strive to deliver a steady stream of reliable products in the mist of constantly changing technology, there is always a concern that system components may become out-dated and discontinued. Addressing these concerns, WinSystems recently announced a PC/104-Plus compatible, single board computer based on the low power, AMD LX 800@0.9W CPU which has product... More