What characterizes a vehicle PC?
A mini PC that is suitable for use in vehicles is characterized by various factors. On the one hand, vehicle PCs should not have any moving parts so that they can withstand shock and vibrations without any problems. They are therefore cooled
passively, i.e. without a fan, and ideally an
SSD is installed
instead of an HDD. The robust design and completely sealed housing also protect against dust and moisture. In order for the in-vehicle PC to withstand the voltage peaks when starting the engine, it requires a wide range current input of 9-36 volts, sometimes even up to 48 volts. A compact design is also an advantage, as space in vehicles is limited. Mini PCs are therefore always the first choice. An extended temperature range is also important, as vehicle PCs are used virtually outdoors and should therefore be able to withstand sub-zero temperatures and heat. Depending on the area of application, vehicle PCs can also be equipped with extensions. These include GPS and 3G or 4G modules. Some even have two SIM card slots, which significantly improves accessibility in the mobile network. If you want to prevent the PC from suddenly switching off, for example if the motor stalls, you can get a
battery pack that supplies the PC with power for a further 10 minutes and thus prevents data loss.
Where are vehicle PCs used?
The areas of application for vehicle PCs are diverse. One example is emergency vehicles such as ambulances, police cars or customs vehicles. Mobile operations centers and mobile monitoring platforms can also be equipped with vehicle-compatible mini PCs. Vehicle PCs are also in demand in vehicle development. These can, for example, monitor, measure and check driving processes in prototypes. Vehicle PCs with enormous computing power are required for the
autonomous driving sub-sector. Images from several cameras and measurement results from various sensors have to be evaluated and processed using artificial intelligence and deep learning. Another area of application is digital signage and infotainment. Screens with news, weather forecasts and advertising are no longer a rarity in buses, trains, subway trains and even cabs.
Which vehicle PCs does spo-comm offer?
Everyone will find the right product for their specific vehicle application in the spo-comm range. The vehicle PCs include the models in the
MOVE series: the
MOVE N3160 and, for those who need a little more power, the
MOVE QM87. The newer models in the
RUGGED series are also suitable for use in vehicles: The
RUGGED Q170, the AMD-based
RUGGED Ryzen and our graphics wonder
RUGGED GTX1060 Ti, which is equipped with an NVIDIA Geforce graphics card and also enables multi-monitor applications.
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