New 3U VPX Board Integrates Nvidia Orin for Autonomous Vehicles

AMETEK Abaco Systems, a leading provider of rugged embedded computing solutions, has recently introduced a groundbreaking 3U VPX single-board computer (SBC) featuring Nvidia's Jetson AGX Orin GPU.

The SBC3901 VPX SBC is equipped with the powerful AGX Orin, boasting 12 ARM Cortex-A78 CPU cores along with an Nvidia Ampere architecture GPU that includes 2048 CUDA cores and 64 Tensor Cores. This configuration enables the system to deliver up to 248 TOPS of AI performance, making it ideal for demanding edge computing applications.

Designed to cater to the needs of autonomous systems and embedded edge computing, the SBC3901 leverages Nvidia's cutting-edge software frameworks for real-time GPU processing, deep learning, and AI inferencing. The board also integrates two Nvidia v2 deep learning accelerators, PVA v2 vision accelerators, NVENC video encoder, and NVDEC video decoder, providing comprehensive AI processing capabilities.

Moreover, the SBC features high-speed data transfer capabilities with 100GbE and 25GbE data planes, along with a 10GbE control plane. In terms of memory and storage, it offers 64 GB of DRAM, 64 GB of eMMC internal storage, and the option for 2 TB NVMe storage, ensuring efficient data handling and processing.

Aligned with the Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA) standards, the VPX SBC is specifically designed for compute-intensive applications. It adheres to MIL-STD-810 standards, guaranteeing durability in extreme conditions, which makes it a suitable choice for a wide range of industries, including defense, aerospace, and industrial sectors.

"The SBC3901 represents a significant leap in AI edge computing, providing unparalleled performance and flexibility within a rugged 3U VPX form factor tailored for compute-intensive tasks," stated Simon Collins, Director of Product Management at Abaco Systems. "It is meticulously crafted to meet the stringent demands of our diverse customer base, particularly in the defense and aerospace domains."

For more information on the SBC3901 and other innovative solutions from AMETEK Abaco Systems, visit www.abaco.com.