The OnLogic Blog: Edge Computing Articles & Insights
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Installing Fanless Computers: Important Dos and Don’ts
Fanless computers offer so many advantages including versatile mounting options, efficient power use, and enhanced reliability just to name a few.
APRIL 14 • 5 MIN READ
INDUSTRIAL IOT
Industrial Raspberry Pi: A Brief History and the Near Future
Intended to provide makers of all ages with a low-cost platform to learn the basics of coding, the first production Raspberry Pi was sold in 2012 for $30.
MARCH 31 • 4 MIN READ
What is Mini-ITX? A Brief Breakdown of Motherboard Sizes
If you're new to the world of industrial or small form factor (SFF) computing, you might be asking, "what is mini-ITX?" Mini-ITX is a compact motherboard form factor measuring 170 × 170 mm (6.7 × [read more]
What is a picoPSU?
As the name would suggest, a picoPSU is an ultra small DC-DC power supply designed for use with embedded PCs and small form factor motherboards such as nano-ITX or mini-ITX boards. Plugging directly into the [read more]
IT OT Convergence: Transforming the World of Operational Technology
In recent years, the gap between IT and OT has been closing. More and more technology professionals are exploring the idea of IT OT convergence as a solution for overcoming a range of technological challenges. [read more]
How Digital Transformation Enhances Sustainability
Digital transformation and sustainability is a widely discussed topic. OT professionals responsible for production lines, manufacturing facilities and factories are keen to identify ways to leverage the data their machines are producing every day. The [read more]
What are the Windows 11 Hardware Requirements?
We've been getting a lot of questions about Windows 11 hardware requirements. Microsoft has provided a definition of the minimum system requirements, but many are finding the requirements confusing. We hope to clear up some [read more]
What Does IP65 Mean?
You’ve been tasked to find the best IP65 rated Panel PC. Your first question might be - what does IP65 mean? The International electrical Commission (IEC) defines the IP Coden or Ingress Protection Coden as [read more]
What is Mini-ITX? A Brief Breakdown of Motherboard Sizes
If you're new to the world of industrial or small form factor (SFF) computing, you might be asking, "what is mini-ITX?" Mini-ITX is a compact motherboard form factor measuring 170 × 170 mm (6.7 × [read more]
What is a picoPSU?
As the name would suggest, a picoPSU is an ultra small DC-DC power supply designed for use with embedded PCs and small form factor motherboards such as nano-ITX or mini-ITX boards. Plugging directly into the [read more]
IT OT Convergence: Transforming the World of Operational Technology
In recent years, the gap between IT and OT has been closing. More and more technology professionals are exploring the idea of IT OT convergence as a solution for overcoming a range of technological challenges. [read more]
How Digital Transformation Enhances Sustainability
Digital transformation and sustainability is a widely discussed topic. OT professionals responsible for production lines, manufacturing facilities and factories are keen to identify ways to leverage the data their machines are producing every day. The [read more]
What are the Windows 11 Hardware Requirements?
We've been getting a lot of questions about Windows 11 hardware requirements. Microsoft has provided a definition of the minimum system requirements, but many are finding the requirements confusing. We hope to clear up some [read more]
What Does IP65 Mean?
You’ve been tasked to find the best IP65 rated Panel PC. Your first question might be - what does IP65 mean? The International electrical Commission (IEC) defines the IP Coden or Ingress Protection Coden as [read more]
How Digital Transformation Enhances Sustainability
Digital transformation and sustainability is a widely discussed topic. OT professionals responsible for production lines, manufacturing facilities and factories are keen to identify ways to leverage the data their machines are producing every day. The [read more]
What is an Embedded Computer?
A question we get asked a lot is: “what is an embedded computer?”. An embedded computer functions as part of a larger device or system, rather than being used as a standalone computer. Typically, an [read more]
The Benefits of Edge Computing
This is a Guest Post by Travis Cox, Co-Director of Sales Engineering at Inductive Automation Modern businesses recognize the benefits of edge computing. The fact is, Industry 4.0 cannot happen without it. With edge computing’s [read more]
Industrial Automation in Detroit for Automate Show 2022
You may have noticed on your LinkedIn feed that it is officially trade show season. But unlike the last two years, we're not seeing screenshots of folks in their bedrooms doing their best to hide [read more]
EVT, DVT, and PVT: Product Development Stages Explained
The three primary stages of product validation, starting from the earliest and moving closer to mass production, are EVT, DVT, PVT. Engineering Validation Testing (EVT) Component level validation to ensure the discrete parts of a [read more]
What is the Elkhart Lake Intel processor line and why is it important to the IoT?
Residents of Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, have been confused with many articles mentioning their town (see our Instagram account for evidence). In addition to asking why there's suddenly so much interest in their quiet little town, [read more]
EVT, DVT, and PVT: Product Development Stages Explained
The three primary stages of product validation, starting from the earliest and moving closer to mass production, are EVT, DVT, PVT. Engineering Validation Testing (EVT) Component level validation to ensure the discrete parts of a [read more]
Rugged Computers for Tough Environments
Today’s complex technology projects are not just happening in pristine, temperature-controlled computer rooms. The environments of these projects can be pretty harsh and they call for more than just the best performance and price point. [read more]
Revision Control – The OnLogic Way
What is Revision Control? Revision Control, (sometimes called hardware lifecycle management) is the ability to manage technology change over time. With so much invested in your project and with so much potential for change, it’s [read more]
Fanless Hybrid Computer – what is it and why would I need one?
A fanless hybrid computer is the solution for when you need to use a computer with a high powered graphics card in an industrial environment that demands the ultimate in high reliability. Let’s start with [read more]
Why you Need to Create a Hardware Prototype
What is a Hardware Prototype? A hardware prototype is a test unit that meets your specifications. The unit allows your engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to validate requirements for your application, environment, and budget. [read more]
Karbon: Rugged Computers for Industry 4.0
OnLogic created the Karbon Series rugged computers for Industry 4.0 from the ground up. Starting with customer requirements and strong German engineering credentials, the team created this high performing rugged computer with many flexible options [read more]
What is Mini-ITX? A Brief Breakdown of Motherboard Sizes
If you're new to the world of industrial or small form factor (SFF) computing, you might be asking, "what is mini-ITX?" Mini-ITX is a compact motherboard form factor measuring 170 × 170 mm (6.7 × [read more]
What is a picoPSU?
As the name would suggest, a picoPSU is an ultra small DC-DC power supply designed for use with embedded PCs and small form factor motherboards such as nano-ITX or mini-ITX boards. Plugging directly into the [read more]
IT OT Convergence: Transforming the World of Operational Technology
In recent years, the gap between IT and OT has been closing. More and more technology professionals are exploring the idea of IT OT convergence as a solution for overcoming a range of technological challenges. [read more]
What are the Windows 11 Hardware Requirements?
We've been getting a lot of questions about Windows 11 hardware requirements. Microsoft has provided a definition of the minimum system requirements, but many are finding the requirements confusing. We hope to clear up some [read more]
What Does IP65 Mean?
You’ve been tasked to find the best IP65 rated Panel PC. Your first question might be - what does IP65 mean? The International electrical Commission (IEC) defines the IP Coden or Ingress Protection Coden as [read more]