electronica 2014 EMBEDDED ELECTRONICS Hall A5 Stands 159 & 260
Making smart design possible
Traditionally seen as an embedded specialist distributor Rutronik is far more than that, as Andreas Mangler explains
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he greatest motivating force for embedded systems is currently solutions relating to the Internet of Things (IoT) and the Internet of Services. Unlike the conventional Internet, the IoT is not limited to the exchange of data, but also networks objects. The cyber physical systems (CPS) go one step further: here processing and communications systems are closely interwoven with physical or natural systems including mechanics or mechatronics at all levels. This requires the information processing to be deeply embedded in machines and objects.
A number of systems in different spheres of life, ranging from Smart Home and Smart Mobility via Smart Grid, Smart Logistics to Smart Factory, currently fall within the scope of this. The technological basis for this delivers ever smaller, ultra-efficient components.
Big data
The heart of every embedded system comprises a board, storage component and display. Contemporary systems require small, extremely low-power components in order to guarantee the fast and reliable recording and processing of the huge data volumes involved. Frequently, already integrated connectivity is
desired for networking via the Internet. Rutronik bundles these three components into a single product area 'Embedded Boards, Storage and Displays'. Here appropriate experts work closely together to produce solutions from one source.
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On request, they can also compile individual kits which precisely meet the specifics of the customer application. In addition to the primary components, these also include all necessary inverters, cables, connection solutions and power supplies. The boards available range from industrial main boards via single board computers, computer on modules (COM), PC104, blade computer, PICMG and backplanes, IPC and servers to box and panel PCs and HMI. Although the focus here is on RISC-based solutions, the product range also includes boards containing the latest Intel processors. 'Big data' is also the greatest challenge in terms of storage. Technologies such as MLC (Multi Level Cell) flash allow for small sizes with high storage densities – but at the expense of data reliability. A few manufacturers are now offering an interesting variant – the Endurance Managed MLC (EM-MLC) flash memories – which fall between the high-quality, expensive SLC and more unreliable, cheaper MLC flash memories. In addition to flash memories, hard disks continue to be an outstanding medium for storing data reliably and in the long term for many embedded applications. The Rutronik memory portfolio comprises all memory technologies and sizes, with all products intended specifically for industrial applications. This ensures that customers receive components available in the long term with a fixed bill of materials (BOM), if required with increased robustness, an expanded temperature range, 24/7 continuous operation or protection against aggressive gases or other external influences. All Rutronik partners have comprehensive, firmly defined PCN (Product Change Notification) / EOL (End of Life) processes and universal RMA (Return Material Authorisation) handling. User friendliness is paramount with HMI solutions. Even in an industrial environment, users are looking for a visually attractive, intuitive means of managing and controlling their systems using touch operation, gestures or voice control in the same way as they do with their smartphone or other devices at home. Customers will find what they need at Rutronik Displays in all current technologies, with diagonals from 2.4" to 70" in the high-end and low-level segment with and without integrated touch function in capacitive, projected-capacitive (PCAP), SAW, infrared and resistive technology.
From sensor to the Internet The Rutronik portfolio also contains other components which can be used to expand these
core parts into a smart factory solution. For instance, intelligent sensors or actuators including power electronics function as an interface between the virtual world of cyber systems and the real world. As a rule, MEMS sensors are used as moisture, pressure or light gauges, gyroscopes or Hall sensors, yaw or acceleration sensors; the actuators are intelligently switched circuit breakers. The use of auto ID components in RFID or NFC technology enables product data, for instance, to be automatically read into the system. The components are networked together via cable or wirelessly as with other systems and subsystems, particularly the Internet or cloud. Certified wireless modules with integrated protocols on the 3G and 4G standard can be used cost-effectively and without specific HF equipment and expertise. These are available in different technologies from GNS/UMTS/LTE via GNSS/GPS to short-range technologies such as Bluetooth, ZigBee, WLAN/WiFi. In addition, Rutronik offers special M2M SIM cards aimed specifically at embedded customers. Due to the increasing degree of networking, the number of interfaces is rising, and leaving the door open for more and more malware and spyware. Data security measures are therefore absolutely crucial to every embedded system. These needs can be met by the hardware and software-based encryption systems, encrypted wireless protocols, sufficient working memory to ensure real-time processing, larger memories for distributed intelligence as well as robust hardware and software systems in accordance with the SIL (security integrity level) standard, all of which are available from Rutronik. All required components from the respective horizontal product areas get compiled in vertically integrated, complete embedded solutions. In addition to the specified primary components, these include special plug-in connectors, thermo management solutions, open frame power supplies and backup batteries. When doing this, the respective specialists work closely together, always with the integrated view of the customer's production. Thanks to the high degree of diversification in the product portfolio, they are able to realise the customer's specific system at the required depth of integration. In doing so, as a supplier of components and solutions at board and module level, Rutronik does not compete with the end market of its customers. Engineering support and diverse services with a wide partner network provide all-round support within the system from development service provider, contract manufacturer and end customer.
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Andreas Mangler is Director Strategic Marketing and Communications at Rutronik
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