Gaming Applications Embedded Systems: A Guide for OEMs
Embedded computer systems are a constant part of everyday life, found in everything from cellphones to digital cameras to medical devices. Even microwaves and air conditioners rely on embedded systems, and they are essential components in transportation, healthcare, and other important industries. One industry that relies heavily on embedded
Understanding Controls Applications Embedded Systems
When you choose embedded controls, it is always necessary to consider the application with which they will be used. Controls applications embedded systems are a combination of hardware and software that handle specific tasks not performed by the CPU. Choosing an embedded system for controls applications should be based on the specific needs o
Facts You Need to Know about Reliability in Testing
Reliability in testing is an important part of the process when determining the right industrial Flash storage device. Through testing, you can determine the most reliable storage solution for your needs. This process also allows you to identify potential issues within your application that could be interfering with the way the device uses mem
FAQs about Low Power Flash Drive Technology
Power consumption is a factor that every OEM or engineer has to consider when choosing a flash storage device. If a drive consumes too much power, it could overload the port or interfere with the way that application functions. There is wide misunderstanding about low power flash drives and what the differences are between […]
Taking a Closer Look at NAND Flash Data Retention Time
When choosing a NAND flash storage device, many OEMs focus on the number of program and erase cycles that a device is capable of providing, but it is also important to consider a different, though somewhat linked, factor: data retention rates. NAND flash data retention time lets you know how long stored data can […]
What Is NAND Flash Memory?
NAND flash memory is the data storage format that is often found in solid state drives (SSDs), embedded memory cards, and USB devices. It is a non-volatile form of storage, which means that it retains its data even without power. This feature makes it particularly appealing to industrial users, who need a form of […]
pSLC
pSLC stands for pseudo-SLC. This form of NAND flash technology uses MLC-style cells to mimic the behavior of SLC NAND flash memory. pSLC is frequently marketed as an alternative to industrial grade SLC storage, but it may not be appropriate for every industrial situation. As with all kinds of embedded memory solutions, it can […]
The Industrial NAND Flash Based SSD Used in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
This post will describe the use and proper design of Industrial Grade NAND Flash SSDs in the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). What is IIoT? IoT is the remote networking of devices communicating and transferring data (and storing data in the cloud) to accomplish specific tasks. Examples might be appl
Solid State Storage Solutions Explained
Solid state storage solutions, or SSS, are forms of electronic storage that offer alternatives to hard disk drives, or HDDs. SSS is available in three forms: solid state drives (SSDs), solid state cards (SSCs), and solid state modules (SSMs). SSDs in particular are popular for use in both consumer and industrial devices, thanks to […]
Technical Success Stories: Solving SD Card Application Software Optimization
A customer approached Delkin for assistance after their embedded computing device provided incomplete data due to repeated SD card failures. Their customers were continually reaching out to complain about data corruption and device failures, and the company was struggling to identify the source of the issue. They asked
Using uSD MLC Cards for Seismic Sensors
Seismic sensors are critical safety devices in a wide range of industries. They monitor ground motion and detect earthquakes in order to trigger alerts and important safety procedures, such as the shut-off of gas lines in factories and in homes. Naturally, seismic sensors need a rugged storage device that can withstand shock and vibration […]
Spotlight on eMMC 153 Ball Designs
If you are looking for an industrial grade CPU and flash solution for your application, eMMC may be the solution for you. This royalty-free card is used in a large number of different devices for everything from key data storage to storage for the operating system or application software. eMMC 153 ball patterns can be […]
High Endurance SD Card Facts
A high endurance SD card is the ultimate in dependability for industrial applications. This is the reason you can find them in so many industrial applications that require reliable, long-lasting data storage. microSD cards—the smallest form of SD card available and a popular form of flash storage for both consumer and industrial devices with […]
Understanding the SD Card Interface
Secure Digital cards, or SD cards, are widely used in consumer and industrial markets. The SD card interface is simple and widely compatible, making it an easy choice for designers and OEMs. The Secure Digital Association determines the design specifications, and these specs are available only to members of the group. For members, the […]
Questions about the M.2 SATA Connector
An ongoing concern that users have had about solid state drives, or SSDs, is how to use them to their peak capability when existing connectors hinder their speed. SSD technology quickly outpaced that of the interfaces to which they were connected, which meant that the drives were forced to function more slowly than they […]