Advantech introduces the MIO-5377, a 3.5 “single-board computer with the 12th and 13th generation Intel Core processors. This innovative single-board computer uses Intel’s latest heterogeneous computing design with up to 14 cores /20 threads and a TDP of 28W. The design delivers superior processor performance, supports AI scaling, and takes into account energy efficiency to support numerous applications in robotics and machine vision.

P/E hybrid architecture design provides higher energy efficiency

The new 12th – and 13th-generation Intel Core processors (codenamed Alder Lake-P and Raptor Lake-P) are Intel’s first integrated performance cores (Goldencove; P-core) and Efficiency Core (Gracemont; E-core is known for its combined performance hybrid architecture. P-core is designed to optimize single-threaded performance in compute-intensive workloads such as Core-i series processors, and E-core is designed to handle lower-priority background tasks. This new architecture, which leverages the benefits of both, enables the MIO-5377 to achieve a 20% performance improvement while reducing power consumption by 30% compared to the 11th-generation platform. As a result, the MIO-5377 is able to use a smaller cooling solution, QFCS, or a fanless solution, which makes it better suited for space-constrained robotic applications.

New technology enhances data transmission capabilities

The Advantech MIO-5377 is the first 3.5 “motherboard to support DDR5 4800 MHz, up to 64 GB of memory, and support for extended 5 G/Wi-Fi 6. These features reduce data transmission latency and enhance machine vision and connectivity performance in robotics applications. In addition, the MIO-5377 is also the first single board computer to be equipped with a USB 4-port, which further enhances the expansion capability. It has a bandwidth of up to 40 Gbps and supports the connection of Gpus, VPUs and high-resolution 4K cameras. The USB 4 port allows the MIO-5377 to be used as an AI accelerator or for robotics applications through the use of PCIe interfaces.

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The MIO-5377 offers six USB 3.2 ports (including one USB 4), one GbE, and one 2.5 GbE, and supports common real-time robot camera interfaces. Similarly, the motherboard supports 4 UART, 2 CANbus and 3 I2C for robot sensors and servo motors. In summary, the MIO-5377 has the three essential elements of AI robot development – a powerful core, a compact design with high energy efficiency, and low latency data transmission and connectivity.

Robust design for harsh outdoor and industrial environments

Advantech MIO-5377 provides a reliable embedded design. Support 12~24 V wide pressure, 40~85°C wide temperature operation, suitable for critical scenarios. In addition, the board is IPC compliant (IPC-A-610 class) and uses A rugged external coating, which makes the MIO-5377 suitable for extremely harsh industrial/outdoor environment applications.

Certified Ubuntu enables faster and safer deployment of robots

With the widespread deployment of ROS 2 (Robot operating System) in robotics applications, MIO-5377 supports not only Windows 10 iot Enterprise 2021 LTSC, but also Ubuntu 22.04 operating system. Advantech conducts hardware, BIOS, and operating system compatibility tests and starts building software directly to help users save money and time. In addition, Ubuntu OS includes various AI software development kits (SDKS) and a comprehensive software development ecosystem, which allows users to train AI models directly. The Ubuntu license also states that Canonical will be responsible for its security updates, regular validation on certified machines, and 10-year long-term support (LTS).