AIoT Solutions
Leading the Charge in Smart Technology Integration
Welcome to the forefront of innovation, where Artificial Intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT) and Edge Computing converge to create seamlessly integrated AIoT systems for your industrial applications.
Here at BVM, we are deeply committed to supplying top-tier embedded and industrial computer hardware that forms the backbone of sophisticated AI, IoT, and Edge computing projects. Our technology solutions empower your projects to run smarter, faster, and more efficiently, ensuring real-time operational insights and system reliabilities that today’s dynamic industrial landscapes demand. Dive into our world of rigorous computing solutions tailored for the modern era of digital intelligence.
What is Artificial Intelligence?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) involves programming machines to simulate human intelligence, enabling them to perform tasks that require human capabilities, such as learning, problem-solving, and decision-making. AI aims to develop technologies that allow machines to operate intelligently, handling functions like visual perception and speech recognition.
What is IoT?
The Internet of Things (IoT) comprises a vast network of interconnected devices, including vehicles, appliances, and other items equipped with sensors and software. These devices go beyond typical computers and smartphones, extending internet connectivity to everyday objects that can communicate and interact with their environment through the web.
What is Edge Computing?
Edge Computing involves processing data near its source, at the network’s edge, rather than in centralized data centres. This approach enhances response times and conserves bandwidth by decentralizing cloud services. It’s especially beneficial in applications requiring quick, local data processing like autonomous vehicles, industrial robotics, and smart city technologies.
The Emergence of AIoT: A Revolutionary Symbiosis
When AI (Artificial Intelligence) combines with IoT (Internet of Things) and integrates Edge Computing, it forms AIoT — the Artificial Intelligence of Things. This convergence allows AI to enhance a vast network of devices, fostering smarter, immediate decision-making at the data source.
AIoT signifies a pioneering union, empowering autonomous systems with cognitive abilities to enhance their functionality and accuracy. This development promises a future where smart devices not only gather data but also analyze and learn from it in real-time. This capability is revolutionizing industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and security, leading to a new era of automation and predictive analytics. AIoT is turning the futuristic vision of intelligent, self-managing systems into a present-day reality.
Application Areas for AIoT Integration
The Artificial Intelligence of Things (AIoT) is revolutionizing various industries by combining AI’s cognitive abilities with IoT’s connectivity. Here are ten significant areas where AIoT is making a substantial impact:
- Industrial Automation: Enhances efficiency via predictive maintenance, optimized production, and improved supply chain management.
- Healthcare Monitoring Systems: AIoT in wearables offers real-time health analysis and personalized healthcare suggestions.
- Transportation and Fleet Management: Boosts safety and efficiency in transportation through advanced routing and vehicle health monitoring.
- Smart Cities: AIoT assists in traffic management, public transport optimization, and waste management in urban areas.
- Smart Home Automation: Adapts to homeowner habits for improved lighting, temperature, and security settings.
- Security and Surveillance: Enhances monitoring with facial recognition and automated alerts.
- Agriculture and Farming: AIoT promotes precision agriculture with crop and soil monitoring and automates irrigation.
- Energy Management: Balances energy loads, detects outages, and manages renewable sources efficiently.
- Retail and Customer Experience: Tailors retail experiences, manages inventory, and optimizes checkout processes.
- Environmental Monitoring: AIoT tools monitor air quality and water levels to aid in ecological sustainability.
How to bring an Edge AI Solution to market
- Development kits to help test and prototype your edge AI solution. DEV Kits are rarely suitable for use in the environment where they will ultimately be deployed.
- A purpose-built industrial-grade system based on Nvidia Jetson, Intel Movidius, or a high-end GPU, will be more appropriate and will offer reliable long-term operation.
- Our edge AI systems are designed for use in environments where shock, vibration, or extreme temperatures can be a problem, and will run 24/7 for many years.
Tailored AIoT Solutions for Every Need
At BVM, we understand that the demand for IoT-based projects is as varied as the applications themselves. To cater to this diversity, we have developed an extensive portfolio of scalable products through our robust OEM partner network. Our offerings range from edge-based PCs to high-performance edge servers, all engineered to deliver reliable and efficient performance solutions tailored to your specific requirements.
Each of our solutions is backed by industrial lifetime availability programs, ensuring a minimum of 3-5 years of steadfast service.
With BVM, rest assured that your AIoT hardware needs are met with precision and durability.
Edge Servers – High Performance Computers
Edge Devices – Low Powered, High Performance Computers
IoT Controllers – Low Powered,
Ultra Compact Computers
Deep Learning / Training Computers
GPU/VPU Accelerated Computers
AI Accelerator Cards
Motherboards and SBCs
AI Ready Panel PCs
AI Development Kit
AI Hardware Accelerators
GPU | CPU | TPU | VPU | FPGA
An AI accelerator is a kind of specialised hardware accelerator or computer system created to accelerate artificial intelligence apps, particularly artificial neural networks, machine learning, robotics, and other data-intensive or sensor-driven tasks. They usually have novel designs and typically focus on low-precision arithmetic, novel dataflow architectures or in-memory computing capability.
Intel / AMD / ARM / Qualcomm
(CPU)
NVIDIA: RTX / AMD: RADEON / INTEL: ARC
(GPU)
NVIDIA:
Jetson
(CPU + GPU)
Google Coral
Edge
(TPU)
Intel Movidius: Vision Processing Unit
(VPU)
Field-Programmable Gate Array
(FGPA)
We explore the world of GPUs, starting with a look at what a GPU is and the different types available. From scientific simulations to artificial intelligence and data analysis, GPUs are revolutionizing high-performance computing across industries.
CPUs come in various types, each designed to meet specific needs and applications.
In this article, we will explore the different types of CPUs and their respective roles in computing.
AI accelerators are dedicated processors designed specifically to accelerate AI-related computations, enabling faster and more efficient execution of AI algorithms. Let’s explore the different types of AI accelerators and their unique characteristics.
BVM Design, Manufacturing and Distribution Services
- Rugged, Industrial and Embedded Computer Design, Manufacturing and Customisation Services
- Computer-on-Module Carrier Board Design and Manufacturing Service
- COM Express, SMARC, Qseven, Jetson, Pi
- Rugged, Industrial and Embedded Hardware Distribution
- From Small form factor Fanless Box PCs to Large 4U Rack AI Inference Systems
- 7″ – 32″ Rugged, Industrial Touchscreen Panel PCs
- Industrial Motherboards, Embedded SBCs and Computer-on-Modules
At BVM, we bring over 35 years of experience in designing, manufacturing and distributing rugged, industrial and embedded computer hardware. Our dedication to quality and innovation has made us a trusted partner for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and system integrators worldwide.
What we Offer OEMs, ODMs and System Integrators
With cutting-edge design and manufacturing facilities in Southampton, complemented by a vast global partner network, BVM offers a variety of ready-made “off the shelf” rugged, industrial and embedded computing solutions for a number of industries including industrial automation, harsh and hazardous environments, medical, military, transport, smart city and more. These solutions can be completely customised and integrated into larger systems to meet our customers’ exact requirements.
If you can’t find an “off the shelf” product that suits your needs, our in-house design team can create a new solution from scratch.