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The Importance of OEM Computer Assembly
For a computer system to perform reliably and efficiently, quality assembly is essential. Even with the latest components, improper handling during assembly can shorten system lifespan and increase the risk of failure in the field. At New Era Electronics, we specialize in OEM computer assembly designed to meet exacting technical requirements and help customers reduce […]
Everything You Need To Know About Burn-In Computer Testing
Burn-in testing is a crucial process used to evaluate the reliability and stability of a computer system before deployment. In other words, it seeks to determine how effectively the computer is working. It involves subjecting a system to normal and accelerated operational and environmental conditions to identify potential failures. This process helps to ensure that […]
Bedside Manner: The Industrial Panel PC in the Medical Sector
Touch-based interfaces, once limited to industrial and high-end enterprise applications, have gradually become more mainstream. Today, touchscreens are ubiquitous. Notably, the medical sector has effectively integrated panel PCs into daily operations. Industrial panel PCs serve multiple roles in healthcare from clinical applications to patient entertainment. While they share similarities with traditional computers, these devices are […]
Technical Guide: How to Choose M.2 Storage
Overview Selecting the correct M.2 storage can be challenging due to the variety of types, sizes, and versions available. This guide explains the key characteristics of M.2 storage and provides a step-by-step process to ensure you choose the right one for your application. Understanding M.2 Storage M.2 is not just additional storage; it’s an expansion […]
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How Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) Save Lives
Image Credit: Pacific Southwest Forest Service According to a recent study done by the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials, there is a growing need to modernize 911 emergency call centers with cloud-based computing devices. Booming metropolitan populations and new safety and health risks, have created a demand for faster, more responsive Departments. This is a […]
Why should your business use Industrial Computers?
Industrial computers are utilized in many different factories and industrial workforce tasks. One of the main advantages of using them is their ability to operate in the harshest environments with little to no effects on performance or productivity. There are some key reasons why many businesses prefer industrial PCs over standard retail computers and we’ll […]
Benefits of Industrial Built Computers in Rugged Environments
Rugged Environments Need Rugged Computers Did you ever wonder how electronic devices you see in use everyday are made to work in Industrial settings? Unlike the environment in which you use your devices, the Industrial environment is harsh and damaging to these consumer devices. Investing in the ‘ruggedization’ of devices for use in an Industrial […]
Got the Shakes: Causes and Effects of Vibration in Embedded Computing
Picture this: a military company is trying to create a new system to put into the field. It will be used in a mobile communication platform operating in Afghanistan. Within these parameters, naturally there are a number of aspects that the designers need to take into account. Two of the highest ones on the list […]
Necessary Features in an In-Vehicle PC
You have a vehicle application that requires an embedded computer and no computer to fill it. Where do you start? Well, looking in the embedded computing sector for a rugged PC is a step in the right direction but, as you know, there is a specific set of required features, such as unique I/O (input-output) […]
On Track: Industrial Pico-ITX Board and Locomotive Embedded Systems
Whether for functionality or entertainment, outfitting a space with embedded systems capable of video output necessitates a major investment. This is especially pertinent when considering the role of interactive displays, such as human machine interfaces. In the locomotive realm, for example, displays are in constant use, both inside and outside of the train. Embedded systems […]
Wide Temperature Motherboards: A Solution to Heating Issues
So you’ve built a system and placed it into your finished product. It looks good, it runs well, and is generally everything that you wanted in a system. Except now it’s acting really strange. It randomly reboots, or maybe it just shuts off completely. You shake your head because you and I both know what […]
Go Your Own Way: Rugged Embedded Systems and GPS Software
Good electronics need two things: great hardware that fully complements the user’s needs and a top notch piece of software that utilizes that hardware to the complete specifications. Both are vital in creating a great industrial device; one can’t function without the other. Most designers will look to their hardware specifications to know exactly how […]