Hot off the heels of CES in Las Vegas, Estone Technology is now headed to another tech event—AHR Expo. This year, the International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition is taking place in Chicago from January 22 through January 24, with over 370 speakers, 1,600 exhibitors and 50,000 plus visitors expected. HMI…
The pace of technological progress shows no signs of slowing and we are eagerly anticipating advancements in the coming year especially as they relate to automation, IIoT and manufacturing. From smarter factories to interconnected healthcare systems, 2024 is poised…
From the morning cup of coffee to the intricate manufacturing processes in industries, temperature regulation plays a pivotal role in maintaining product quality, ensuring operational efficiency, and safeguarding the integrity of materials. Whether it’s the preservation of perishable goods, optimizing chemical reactions, or safeguarding sensitive electronic components, the ability to control temperature stands is paramount. What Exactly is Heat Tracing? Heat tracing is a method used to maintain or raise the temperature of pipelines, vessels,…
AOSP, or Android Open Source Project, is an open-source initiative led by Google to develop and maintain the Android operating system. In embedded computing, AOSP can be utilized as a foundation for building customized and specialized Android-based systems for various devices such as embedded systems, IoT devices, and other hardware platforms. Its open nature allows developers to adapt and optimize Android for specific embedded applications, providing a flexible framework for diverse embedded computing environments with…
One of the most common pieces of equipment that has been part of revolutionizing technology in industrial applications has to be the Panel PC. These robust, all-in-one computing devices have become the cornerstone of modern industrial operations, offering seamless control and monitoring capabilities across a spectrum of sectors, from manufacturing and automation to logistics and process control. There are numerous components that make up the modern Panel PC, but the processor stands out as one…
Technological advancements have come a long way, especially in the Industrial Internet of Thing (IIoT). They have enhanced communication and connectivity, allowing people to connect with others across the globe, access information instantly, and stay connected. This “Industry 4.0” has further revolutionized various industries, increasing productivity, efficiency, and convenience in areas like transportation, agriculture, manufacturing and oil and gas. Intelligent Concepts use HMI If you have an intelligent product concept – whether it’s for the…
Estone Technology is proud to announce a new addition to our Pico-ITX embedded board family: EMB-2239, an NXP i.MX8M Plus based single board computer. Building on the success of our i.MX8M board series, the EMB-2239 is our latest embedded board that focuses on Edge AI, vision, advanced multimedia, and touch Panel HMI applications. This ARM embedded board takes advantage of NXP’s i.MX8M Plus application processor with dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU), dual image signal processors…
There are a number of key parameters that must be considered when implementing a LCD into an industrial panel PC or HMI (Human Machine Interfaces) design. They include size, resolution, brightness, touch control and display interfaces. The display interface that is used to connect to the panel PC embedded board is a critical factor in selecting a suitable display. LCD Display Interfaces For the past two decades, parallel RGB and serial LVDS (Low-Voltage Differential Signaling)…
Nobody is as well positioned as Google to monitor the growth of various types of web searches and web interactions – so when Google says upwards of 30% of all searches are now voice searches, and by 2020, that number is on pace to eclipse 50%, it makes sense to pay attention. Not only are products like Google Home and Amazon Alexa speakers becoming increasingly popular, but more and more devices are adding their own…
The superior amount of data available from today’s manufacturing equipment is surprising. PLCs and PACs are capable of sending swaths of data about performance. Even certain pieces of manufacturing equipment themselves are able to send data on performance and necessary maintenance, a change in paradigm called “Industry 4.0”. Production recipies and processes can be changed on the fly, and multiple pieces of equipment can be monitored and adjusted from a single station. In the past,…
