SINTRONES Introduces VBOX-3650 Edge AI Computer for Vehicles

Autonomous vehicles, mobile robotics, and intelligent transportation systems require computing platforms capable of processing sensor data and artificial intelligence workloads locally with deterministic performance. SINTRONES Technology Corp. has introduced the VBOX-3650 series, a rugged in-vehicle edge AI computer designed to support next-generation autonomous and industrial mobility applications.

The system integrates Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors (code name: Panther Lake) with built-in neural processing unit (NPU) and graphics processing unit (GPU), enabling real-time AI inference and multi-sensor data processing in edge environments such as automated guided vehicles (AGVs), autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and smart transportation infrastructure.

Edge AI Processing for Autonomous Systems
The VBOX-3650 platform offers multiple processor configurations based on Intel Core Ultra Series 3 CPUs. These processors combine Performance-cores (P-cores), Efficient-cores (E-cores), and Low-Power Efficient-cores (LP E-cores) to balance computing performance and power consumption in embedded environments.

Depending on the configuration, the system supports up to 16 CPU cores, enabling the execution of simultaneous workloads such as perception algorithms, sensor fusion, vehicle control logic, and AI inference. The integrated GPU and NPU accelerate machine-learning tasks while maintaining energy-efficient operation required for in-vehicle deployments.

This architecture is intended for applications including industrial automation vehicles, robotics platforms, and intelligent transport systems, where real-time AI processing must operate continuously in constrained power environments.

High-Bandwidth Memory and Flexible Storage Architecture
The VBOX-3650 supports dual DDR5 memory modules, providing higher bandwidth for AI workloads and real-time data processing. Storage options include one M.2 NVMe solid-state drive and two 2.5-inch SATA SSDs.

The dual SATA configuration supports RAID 0 and RAID 1, allowing system integrators to prioritize either high data throughput or redundancy depending on the application. RAID support is particularly relevant in network video recording (NVR) systems or sensor-logging applications where both performance and data integrity are required.

Additional reliability features include a built-in watchdog timer and smart power-management system, which help ensure stable operation in continuous-use industrial environments.

Connectivity for Sensor-Driven Edge Applications
For integration with vehicle systems and industrial sensors, the platform includes multiple connectivity interfaces. The system provides one 2.5-Gigabit Ethernet port and three 1-Gigabit Ethernet ports, enabling high-bandwidth communication with cameras, control systems, and network infrastructure.

Additional interfaces include four USB ports, four COM ports, and digital I/O (DIO) connections for peripherals and sensors. Optional Power over Ethernet (PoE) support allows direct connection of IP cameras without additional power cabling.

For rugged environments such as vehicles or industrial machinery, the system can also be configured with M12 connectors, which provide secure cable locking and improved resistance to vibration.

Modular Expansion and Upgrade Compatibility
The VBOX-3650 features a single-cover chassis design that simplifies system maintenance and hardware upgrades. Users can access internal components to install or replace M.2 storage modules, WWAN connectivity modules, WLAN modules, or GNSS positioning hardware.

The system is also compatible with SINTRONES VDM series HMI touch monitors, enabling deployment through a patented single-cable connection that carries both power and video signals.

For existing installations, the VBOX-3650 maintains mechanical compatibility with the earlier VBOX-3630 series, allowing system integrators to upgrade computing performance without redesigning their hardware infrastructure.

Demonstration at Embedded World 2026
SINTRONES will showcase the VBOX-3650 platform at Embedded World 2026, taking place March 10–12 in Nuremberg, Germany (Hall 3, Booth 3-458). The demonstration will highlight how the in-vehicle edge AI system supports autonomous platforms and industrial mobility solutions requiring high-performance AI computing at the edge.

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Edited by Industrial Journalist, Natania Lyngdoh.

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