Wurth Elektronik and Grinn collaborate on edge AI solutions

Würth Elektronik and embedded systems developer Grinn have joined forces in an exciting collaboration announced at embedded world 2026. The first fruit of this partnership is the Grinn GenioBoard – Edge AI SBC single-board computer, which will be showcased at booth 110 in hall 2. This cutting-edge board designed for edge AI applications in the Internet of Things is now available through Würth Elektronik. By introducing this product, Würth Elektronik is establishing itself as a reliable partner for product development in the realm of edge AI, offering a range of complementary products, design tools, and expert consulting services on various crucial topics such as EMC, temperature management, sensors, wireless communication, power supply, and cyber security.

The Grinn GenioBoard – Edge AI SBC serves as a robust foundation for creating localized instances of artificial intelligence, with a particular emphasis on computer vision. Several potential use cases highlight the versatility of this board, including AI-supported person and/or object detection for remote monitoring and control, computer vision applications in industrial robotics, and human-machine interfaces featuring gesture recognition capabilities.

Powerful and energy-efficient

For applications requiring high levels of security, the Grinn GenioBoard incorporates Infineon’s OPTIGA™ Trust M SLS32AIA010M security module. Powered by the MediaTek MT8390 platform, the GenioSOM-700 is a CPU system-on-module equipped with an integrated NPU and GPU. The GenioBoard includes an M.2 M-Key slot for AI accelerators like the DEEPX DX-M1 M, as well as an M.2 E-Key slot for cellular, Wi-Fi, and wireless modules. Würth Elektronik will offer three specialized M.2 modules for LTE, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth, along with compatible antennas. Prototypes of these advanced solutions are already accessible, providing a glimpse into the future. Furthermore, a sensor board compatible with the 40-pin GPIO header will enable quick and easy evaluation of pressure, acceleration, temperature, and humidity sensors.

Strong partnership

CTO Alexander Gerfer of the Würth Elektronik eiSos Group emphasizes the significance of the collaboration with Grinn, stating, “Through our partnership with Grinn, we are empowering edge AI design. By consolidating key competencies such as EMC, power supply, thermal management, wireless technology, sensors, and cybersecurity under one roof, we are able to guide our customers through the entire journey from concept to production-ready end products.” Robert Orteba, CEO of Grinn sp. z o.o., echoes this sentiment, noting, “With our Genio Systems-on-Modules and the development board showcased at the Würth Elektronik booth at embedded world, developers can potentially shorten the time from concept to final product by up to twelve months. The support provided by Würth Elektronik will facilitate the implementation of robust and durable IoT solutions with intelligent peripherals. We are thrilled to have established a strong partnership with the highly esteemed Würth Elektronik.”