Advantech has launched two new compact Computer-on-Modules (COMs) designed for machine vision and edge AI applications: the AOM-5521 Smart Mobility Architecture (SMARC) and the AOM-2521 Open Standard Module (OSM). Both modules use the advanced NXP i.MX 95 processor family with up to six Arm Cortex-A55 cores running at 2.0 GHz, and a dedicated 2-TOPS Neural Processing Unit (NPU) optimized for Linux-based edge applications.
These modules deliver high processing power, efficient AI acceleration, and real-time control capabilities for next-generation industrial automation, medical systems, and IoT applications. The i.MX 95 processor offers four times the machine learning performance of previous generations, twice the data throughput, and improved power efficiency. Features include an NXP Image Signal Processor that supports up to 500 megapixels per second from multiple cameras, a 4K video processing unit, a Mali G310 GPU for demanding graphics, and robust industrial connectivity with multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports, PCIe Gen 3.0, USB interfaces, and CAN-FD ports.
Advantech’s new COMs meet high functional safety standards (ASIL-B/SIL-2) and support advanced Time-Sensitive Networking for high-speed industrial communication. They are equipped with high-speed LPDDR5 memory and secure storage options, suitable for demanding machine vision workloads including AI inference, vision-guided robotics, and industrial edge computing.
The AOM-5521 module is already available for purchase, while the AOM-2521 will be available for engineering evaluations in the fourth quarter of 2025. These products underline Advantech’s commitment to delivering powerful, scalable solutions that enable intelligent and automated operations at the edge.