Neousys Edge AI Computers for Next-Generation AMR & AGV

Overview‍

AI is accelerating the leap from scripted automation to fully autonomous AMR/AGV operations. Instead of rail-guided carriers, today’s vehicles use GPS/LiDAR/camera fusion and edge AI algorithms to navigate freely, learn from data, and avoid collisions—across factories, mines, warehouses, and construction sites.

A California autonomous-driving software firm built a drop-in solution that works for new builds and retrofits , turning existing fleets into self-driving industrial vehicles** with minimal downtime. Early trials with commodity PCs failed under shock/vibration ; add-on GPUs even shook loose. The breakthrough came with Neousys’ Nuvo-8108GC—a rugged edge AI GPU computer that finally matched the firm’s requirements for durability, graphics performance, and mobile power management.

Challenges

• Extra ruggedness for mobile applications: AMR/AGV computers face constant vibration, shock, humidity, and temperature swings. The platform must survive industrial shock and vibration, operate reliably from -25°C to 60°C, and maintain proper airflow and component stability.
• Graphics card processing for AI: With more than 1,000 detections per second, autonomy demands high-throughput inference. The platform should sustain RTX-class GPU performance at the edge with stable thermals.
• Ignition power control: Cranking and shutdown can introduce voltage spikes that corrupt or damage electronics. The platform needs smart ignition timing and wide-range DC input to protect the system.

• Flexibility and expandability: Different vehicles and sensor stacks require adaptable I/O and communications. The platform should offer rich I/O, plus PCIe/M.2/mPCIe expansion and secure wireless options.

Solution

The integrator delivers a turnkey self-driving kit for tow tractors, haulers, stockchasers and more—combining robotaxi-grade autonomy software, sensor fusion, HMI and lighting, and a Neousys Edge AI Computer at the core. This architecture enables rapid retrofit and scalable fleet deployment with consistent interfaces and maintenance.

Advantages of Neousys Edge AI GPU Computers

• Rugged GPU compute for mobile AI:Supports NVIDIA® RTX 30 series with a Neousys-patented GPU bracket and tuned thermal design for -25°C to 60°C operation—ideal for AMR/AGVduty cycles.
• Automotive-friendly power: Built-in ignition control plus 8–48 VDC input mitigates crank/shutdown transients.
• Expansion that grows with you: 2× PCIe x16 (Gen3 x8), 2× PCIe x8 (Gen3 x4), 2× M.2 B-key, 2× full-size mini-PCIe for wireless, storage, and I/O upgrades.

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Benefits of Neousys Rugged Edge AI Computers

Environmental hardening

• Designed for harsh environments and mobile vibration
• -25°C to 60°C wide-temperature operation
• MIL-STD-810G validated construction
• Tri-axis tested damping for shock/vibe
• Dedicated GPU retention bracket for in-vehicle stability

Connectivity & expandability

• USB 3.1 Gen1/Gen2 for multi-camera vision
• Screw-lock connectors for vibration-safe cabling
• Wi-Fi 6 / Wi-Fi 5 / 5G / 4G via M.2 / mPCIe modules

Inference performance headroom

• Ready for NVIDIA® RTX 30/20, Tesla/Quadro accelerators

Electrical resilience

• SuperCAP UPS options to ride through brownouts
• Wide-range DC input for diverse vehicles

Expansion options

• PCIe add-ons: 10G/5G/2.5G NICs, PoEcards
• PCI for legacy I/O
• mini-PCIe for Wi-Fi and field radios
• M.2 B/E for 5G/4G, M.2 M for NVMe/SATA SSD

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