The integration of AI and machine learning into industrial applications has been revolutionized by powerful computing platforms like the ModBerry 500 CM5 and the Hailo-AI module. These technologies are transforming industries by enabling smarter, more efficient operations.

ModBerry 500 CM5: The Industrial Powerhouse

The ModBerry 500 CM5 is an industrial computer powered by the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5. It features a quad-core Cortex-A76 2.4GHz processor, 2/4/8GB LPDDR4x-4267 SDRAM, and up to 64GB eMMC on-board storage. This robust hardware is designed to withstand harsh industrial environments, making it ideal for applications in factories, power plants, and other demanding settings2.

Hailo-AI Module: Accelerating Edge AI

The Hailo-AI module, specifically the Hailo-8 M.2 AI Acceleration Module, is a game-changer for edge AI applications. It boasts a 26 tera-operations per second (TOPS) AI processor with high power efficiency. This module can be easily integrated into existing edge devices, providing real-time, low-latency AI inferencing3. It supports popular AI frameworks like TensorFlow, TensorFlow Lite, ONNX, Keras, and Pytorch.

ModBerry 500 CM5 with AI capabilities

Synergy of ModBerry 500 CM5 and Hailo-AI Module

Combining the ModBerry 500 CM5 with the Hailo-AI module creates a powerful platform for AI and machine learning projects. This combination allows for:

  • Enhanced Data Processing: The ModBerry 500 CM5’s robust computing capabilities, combined with the Hailo-AI module’s AI acceleration, enable efficient data processing and analysis.
  • Real-Time AI Inferencing: The Hailo-AI module’s low-latency inferencing capabilities ensure real-time decision-making, crucial for applications like process control and safety monitoring.
  • Scalability: The modular nature of these components allows for easy scalability, enabling simultaneous processing of multiple data streams and models.
  • Versatility: The platform supports a wide range of industrial applications, from smart alarms and monitoring to robotics and home automation.

Applications in Industry

The integration of ModBerry 500 CM5 and Hailo-AI module is transforming various industries:

  • Manufacturing: Real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance of machinery, reducing downtime and increasing efficiency.
  • Energy: Smart grid management and optimization, ensuring reliable and efficient energy distribution.
  • Healthcare: Remote patient monitoring and diagnostics, improving patient care and outcomes.
  • Transportation: Autonomous vehicle navigation and safety systems, enhancing transportation safety and efficiency.

Benefits of the upgraded ModBerry 500 CM5

The combination of ModBerry 500 CM5 and Hailo-AI module represents a significant advancement in industrial AI and machine learning projects. By leveraging these powerful computing capabilities, industries can achieve smarter, more efficient operations, driving innovation and growth.

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The ModBerry 500 series from TECHBASE has long been a staple in the industrial IoT automation market, known for its reliability and versatility. The upcoming ModBerry 500 CM5, integrates the powerful Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5), bringing significant enhancements and maintaining compatibility with previous versions.

Compatibility with Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5

The ModBerry 500 series is fully compatible with the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5, ensuring seamless integration and enhanced performance. This compatibility allows users to leverage the advanced features of the CM5, including improved processing power and expanded memory options, while maintaining the robust and flexible platform that ModBerry users have come to rely on.

Advantages of the ModBerry 500 CM5 in IoT Automation

The ModBerry 500 series has established itself as a leading solution in the IoT automation market due to its reliability with proven track record in various industrial applications, ensuring consistent performance in harsh environments.

Huge versatility provided with a wide range of configurable hardware options to meet specific needs, including digital and analog I/Os, serial ports, and various communication interfaces. ModBerry 500 devices are easy to deploy with user-friendly setup and configuration, supported by a strong community and extensive documentation.

New Processor Features

The integration of the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 brings several key enhancements:

  • Enhanced Processing Power: The CM5 features a powerful Cortex-A76 4×2.4GHz processor, providing faster and more efficient data processing capabilities
  • Increased Memory: Options for up to 16GB of LPDDR4x-4267 SDRAM, allowing for more complex applications and better multitasking
  • USB 3.0 Support: The addition of USB 3.0 ports significantly improves data transfer speeds, making it ideal for applications requiring high-speed connectivity

Benefits of the upgraded ModBerry 500 CM5

The previous ModBerry 500 CM4 has established its position on the market as a robust IoT platform. New CM5 version offers not only the same but improved capabilities, thanks to compatibility with the new processor unit.

  • High Performance: Powered by the quad-core Cortex-A76 processor, providing reliable performance for various industrial tasks with support of eMMC storage and M.2 NVMe SSD support
  • Rich I/O Interfaces: Including Gigabit Ethernet, digital and analog inputs/outputs, RS-232/RS-485 serial ports, and more
  • Wireless Communication: Built-in WiFi, Bluetooth, and optional 4G/LTE, 5G, Narrow-Band IoT, LoRa, Sigfox and other wireless communication modules

With the update to CM5, the ModBerry 500 series continues to build on these strengths, offering even greater performance and flexibility for industrial IoT applications. The ModBerry 500 CM5 represents a significant upgrade, combining the proven reliability and versatility of the ModBerry platform with the advanced features of the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5. 

The first pieces of devices are available for order. Contact our sales department via Chat at IIoT-Shop.com to obtain test pieces and receive a commercial offer for a larger order. It is also possible to upgrade previously purchased devices to the CM5 module, due to full compatibility with the earlier version of ModBerry CM4 (however cooling conversion is required). Technical datasheet for ModBerry 500 CM5 will be available on Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 official release.