Open source industrial computers inject flexibility into industrial automation

In today's Industry 4.0 era, the needs of industrial automation systems are becoming increasingly complex and diverse. Open source industrial computers can meet the needs of specific groups of people. Industrial computers using open source operating systems can not only provide highly customized services, but also ensure the stability and security of the system. This article will explore the characteristics and application areas of open source industrial computers.

Table of Contents

• 1. Definition and characteristics of open source industrial computers
• 2. Advantages of open source operating systems
• 3. Application fields of open source industrial computers
• 4. Recommended open source industrial computers

1. Definition and characteristics of open source industrial computers

Open source industrial computers are industrial control computers designed for industrial environments and running open source operating systems. These computers are usually based on x86 or ARM architecture, have rich I/O interfaces, and support multiple communication protocols. Open source industrial computers are industrial control computers designed for industrial environments and running open source operating systems. These computers are usually based on x86 or ARM architecture, have rich I/O interfaces, and support multiple communication protocols.

2. Advantages of open source operating systems

Open source industrial computers mostly use the Linux operating system, which is stable, open source, and easy to customize. Its open source characteristics allow users to customize the operating system according to their needs, add or delete specific functions, thereby optimizing system performance and resource consumption.

In addition, due to the openness of the source code, developers around the world can participate in the testing and improvement of the system, which makes the Linux system perform well in terms of security and stability.

3. Application fields of open source industrial computers

Open source industrial computers are widely used in manufacturing, automation control, robotics, intelligent transportation, power monitoring and other fields.

For example, in the manufacturing industry, open source industrial computers can be used as the control core of the production line, responsible for machine vision detection, robotic arm control and other tasks.

In the field of intelligent transportation, it can be used for traffic signal control, vehicle monitoring, etc.

Due to its strong real-time performance and reliability, open source industrial computers can meet the strict requirements of computer hardware and software in these fields.

4. Recommended open source industrial computers

Product model: SIN-2102L-JH110MC

This is a SINSMART Core 6/7 generation desktop industrial computer that supports 32G memory, equipped with 2 Gigabit network ports, 6 COM ports, 8 USB ports, and 1 PCIeX16 expansion slot, which can meet most of the needs of industrial occasions.

The system has strong compatibility. In addition to supporting the Linux operating system, it also supports Windows 7/8/10, Windows 2003, Windows 2008 and other systems. For specialized industrial use, solutions such as industrial PCs for machine vision or industrial rackmount PCs may be more suitable, depending on the application.