Acceed's Robust NRU-160-FT Edge AI System for Demanding Conditions

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Acceed has introduced a new edge AI computer platform called NRU-160-FT, designed to withstand harsh environmental conditions such as dust, heat, and vibration. This system is ideal for applications in industrial fields like robotics, automation, transportation, and construction machinery, where data needs to be processed at the point of operation.

### High-Performance AI Processing Power

• Equipped with NVIDIA Jetson Orin modules (supporting Orin NX and Orin Nano).
• Maximum 100 INT8 TOPS AI processing performance.
• Can process up to 18 Full HD video streams simultaneously.
• Low power consumption of approximately 25 W.
• Real-time neural network model execution with CUDA and Tensor cores.

### Fanless Cooling Design

• Conduction cooling architecture that dissipates heat through the casing without ventilation.
• Requires no fans or filters, reducing maintenance needs.
• Ensures stable operation in enclosed or sealed environments.
• Operating temperature range: -25°C to +70°C.

### Industrial Connectivity and Sensor Integration

• Compatible with cameras and sensors in mobile and industrial applications.
• Six GMSL2 camera support for automotive and vision systems.
• Gigabit Ethernet ports, suitable for IP cameras with PoE support.
• Durable M12 connectors.
• Pre-loaded drivers for commonly used image sensors.

### Power Management and Mobility

• Wide input voltage range of 8-35 V, ideal for vehicle-based applications.
• Automatic power on/off feature linked to vehicle ignition.
• Supports 5G and other communication modules via CAN-FD, RS-232, mini-PCIe, M.2 expansion slots.

### Compact Design and Flexible Installation

• Dimensions: 199 × 136 × 49 mm.
• Can be installed in confined spaces, providing heat dissipation through external surfaces in sealed enclosures.
• Potential uses in construction and agricultural machinery, autonomous vehicles, logistics systems, and road infrastructure monitoring.

### Efficiency and Cost Advantages

• Fanless design and low energy consumption provide energy savings.
• Longer system lifespan and lower operating costs offer advantages, especially in fleet and off-grid systems.

### Importance for Industry
The NRU-160-FT meets the need for robust edge AI systems capable of real-time data processing in the field, reducing latency and increasing response speed in industrial and mobile applications.

As demand for real-time analytics and autonomous systems grows, such durable edge computing platforms will play a critical role in bridging the gap between the lab and the field.