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Modular Cerebro Clusterboard Supports Raspberry Pi CM4/CM5, Jetson, and Radxa CM5

1 week ago | linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza

Cerebro is an upcoming clusterboard platform launching on Kickstarter, designed for AI, edge computing, and embedded development. It supports a range of compute modules including Raspberry Pi CM4 and CM5, NVIDIA Jetson, and Radxa CM5, providing a modular base for scalable systems. The board can host up to four compute nodes and includes an onboard, expandable Baseboard Management Controller that enables remote power control and system monitoring for each individual node.
(Updated) Metis Compute Board with RK3588 and AI Acceleration for Edge Applications

1 week ago | linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza

All News|Boards|Chips|Devices|Software|LinuxDevices.com Archive|About|Contact|Subscribe (Updated) Metis Compute Board with RK3588 and AI Acceleration for Edge Applications Apr 14, 2025 — by Giorgio Mendoza 48 views The Metis Compute Board is a compact single-board computer designed for AI applications requiring high computational performance at the edge.
Armbian Introduces Optimized Cloud Images for x86 and aarch64 Deployments

1 week ago | linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza

Armbian has expanded its support for cloud infrastructure with a new line of dedicated cloud images designed for generic x86 and aarch64 platforms. These images are tailored for performance, efficiency, and streamlined deployment in virtualized and cloud-native environments. The new Armbian cloud image set aims to meet the growing demand for lightweight and reliable Linux systems in virtual machines, containers, and cloud platforms.
Renesas RZ/V2N Evaluation Kit for Real-Time Embedded Vision Applications

1 week ago | linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza

Renesas Electronics has introduced the RZ/V2N Evaluation Kit, a platform for developing embedded systems with on-device AI. Built around the RZ/V2N microprocessor, it combines an AI accelerator, image signal processor, and security features for vision-based edge applications. The evaluation platform includes two boards: the RTK0EF0186C02000BJ main board and the RTK0EF0168B00000BJ expansion board.
(Updated) Sipeed Previews Compact, Low-Cost NanoCluster for Multi-SOM Computing

1 week ago | linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza

(Updated) Sipeed Previews Compact, Low-Cost NanoCluster for Multi-SOM Computing Apr 11, 2025 — by Giorgio Mendoza 54 views The NanoCluster is a compact computing platform designed for multi-SOM configurations, offering a balance between size and functionality. It supports up to seven system-on-modules, including the LM3H, CM4, CM5, and M4N, making it adaptable for various applications requiring distributed computing.
Sony Introduces AS-DT1, Described as the World’s Smallest and Lightest Precision LiDAR Sensor

1 week ago | linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza

Sony Electronics has introduced the AS-DT1, a miniature LiDAR depth sensor targeting applications with strict space and weight constraints. Measuring 29mm x 29mm x 31mm and weighing 50g, it is described as the world’s smallest and lightest LiDAR sensor in its class. The AS-DT1 is built on Sony’s proprietary Direct Time of Flight LiDAR technology. It employs a Single Photon Avalanche Diode sensor to deliver precise 3D measurements across length, width, and depth.
Zephyr RTOS 4.1 Released with Performance Boosts, IAR and Rust Support, and Broader Board Compatibility

1 week ago | linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza

Zephyr Project has released version 4.1 of its RTOS, bringing notable improvements in kernel performance, toolchain support, and hardware compatibility. While not an LTS release, it introduces key updates aimed at enhancing developer experience and system efficiency. One of the main focuses of this release is performance. Extensive work went into addressing kernel bottlenecks and expanding benchmark coverage.
Banana Pi Teases BPI-CM6 Module Featuring SpacemiT K1 RISC-V Processor

1 week ago | linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza

Apr 11, 2025 — by Giorgio Mendoza 0 views Twitter Facebook LinkedInReddit PinterestEmailBanana Pi has shared details of its upcoming BPI-CM6 module, built with the SpacemiT K1 octa-core RISC-V processor.
Topaz Tz170 J484 Development Kit with 256 Mbit x32 LPDDR4 at 1.6 Gbps & MIPI D-PHY

2 weeks ago | linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza

The Topaz Tz170 J484 Development Kit is a compact platform for evaluating and prototyping with the Efinix Tz170 FPGA. It integrates onboard memory, configurable I/O, and a preloaded reference design, providing a practical setup for testing and demonstration across a range of FPGA applications. The development kit is built around the Tz170 FPGA, which uses the 16 nm Efinix Quantum architecture.
HydraNFC Shield v2 and Sniffer Decoder Expand Capabilities for NFC Development & Analysis

2 weeks ago | linuxgizmos.com | Giorgio Mendoza

The HydraNFC Shield v2 is a high-performance NFC development platform built around the STMicroelectronics ST25R3916 NFC frontend. Designed for NFC research, development, debugging, and security analysis, it is intended to be used with the HydraBus v1.0, a versatile open-source baseboard that acts as the host interface for HydraNFC and other shield extensions.