Owasys owa5X Series – Quad core open Linux IoT computer for the most demanding Edge computing solutions

The latest Owasys owa5X is a powerful ARM Quad Core open Linux IoT computer for the most demanding Edge computing solutions in off highway environments. With global LTE Cat 4 it will process data coming from wired and wireless sensors, devices and peripherals. The owa5X sits close to your assets, in order to monitor and control them, sending just the meaningful information to cloud services or custom control centre securely and reliably. Construction equipment, Cargo and Material handling, agriculture and forestry machinery, fleet management, mining and minerals, electrical vehicles, preventive maintenance. The new owa5x will power any digital transformation and Industry 4.0 projects demanding Edge computing capabilities. The owa5X is a rugged quad-core open linux IoT computer for the most demanding Edge Computing solutions. Up to IP6K9K protection.

Highlights

• IP6K9K Certification: The owa5X is made of glass reinforced polyester. Its IP6K9K rating ensures protection against dust, water, and high-pressure jets. A reliable and durable solution, capable of enduring extreme conditions.
• ARM i.MX8 M Plus Quad Core CPU/NPU (1.6GHz/2.3 TOPS): Allows for enhanced machine learning with real-time control. Integrate advanced vision and object detection systems into off-highway mobile machines.
• GNSS (concurrent GPS + GLONASS + QZSS + BeiDou): Ensures reliable positioning and navigation to improve safety and efficiency. Includes signal interference protection and satellite-based correction services.
• Combination of up to 4GB LPDDR4 + 2GB NAND Flash Memory + 16GB eMMC: Delivers fast, reliable data processing and storage. Minimize the risk of data loss and corruption even with heavy shock and vibration.
• Up to 4 CAN FD Bus interfaces: Seamless communication and connectivity between various machine components and subsystems. Gather data from a wide range of sensors and devices simultaneously.

owa5X Core:

• i.MX8 M Plus Quad A53 64 bit
• Core frequency 1.6GHz
• Neural Processing Unit (NPU) (Optional)up to 2.3 TOPS
• GPU (Optional) OpenVG 1.1, G2D, OpenGL® ES 3.1 Vulkan®, OpenCL™ 1.2 FP
• 2GB LPDDR4 (Up to 4 GB)
• 1GB NAND Flash SLC
• 8GB EMMC Flash (Up to 32 GB)
• Linux kernel 5.10.72
• Debian Distribution File System or Yocto Kirkstone Based Distribution
• Access to Debian Standard Repositories
• Able to run C, C++, Java, Python applications
• Secure: HAB (High Assurance Boot) and TPM 2.0

Key Features:

• HAB – High Assurance Boot
• TPM 2.0
• IP67/ IP6K9K Enclosure
• Global LTE Cat 4
• CAN (up to 4 interfaces)
• Programable 6 Axis sensor: Accelerometer/Gyroscope
• Optional Dead reckoning
• 10/100BASE-T1 IEEE802.3bw (SPE) or 10/100BASE-TX
• MicroSD
• miniSIM and MFF2 SIM available

Wireless Interfaces:

• Concurrent reception of up to 3 GNSS, GPS,GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou Dead Reckoning options
• Global LTE Cat 4 with 3G/2G fallback
• WiFi 802.11ac
• Simultaneous access point (AP) & station (STA)
• Dual mode Bluetooth 5.2
• Bluetooth BR/EDR and Low Energy

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