Multi-core Virtualized Industrial Control System: Reference Design

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Intel® multi-core processor and virtualization enables developers of industrial-control embedded applications to consolidate multiple applications on a single platform, reducing power requirements, size, and total cost of ownership while delivering high performance. Watch video to learn more >

Four applications: machine vision, image analysis, actuator control, and user interface
Industrial controller implements Intel® Core™ 2 Quad processor
Runs at 2.26 GHz and 2 GB of DDR2 memory
Performs real-time machine control, data acquisition, and 2D and 3D image processing
Human-machine interface (HMI), data sharing with other machines and systems

Specifications

Processor	Intel® Core™2 Quad Processor 2.26 GHz
Chipset	Intel® GM45 Express Chipset
Expansion	Express Card Slot
Memory	Single-channel DDR2, PC2 6400 2 GB
On-die L2 cache	12 MB 6 MB shared between cores 0 and 1 6 MB shared between cores 2 and 3
Storage	120 GB Serial ATA Hard Drive
I/O	Four hi-speed USB 2.0 One RS-232 serial port One parallel port PXI trigger bus I/O
LAN	1 10/100/1000 Ethernet

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Intel® Core™2 Extreme Processor QX9000/Quad Q9000/Q8000: Datasheet

Datasheet: Explains the electrical, mechanical, and thermal specifications. (v.010, Aug. 2009)
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Intel® I/O Controller Hub 10 (ICH10) Family Datasheet

Datasheet for Intel® I/O Controller Hub 10 Family.
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NI 3110* Dual-Core Embedded Controller

Controller info for running NI LabVIEW Real-Time* applications and Windows XP* simultaneously.
NI PXI-8110 RT* Real-Time Controller Enhances Performance

Real-time controller information for real-time test and controller applications.
NI PXI-8111* Embedded Controller with Windows Enhances Performance

Embedded controller information for modular instrumentation and data acquisition applications.

National Instruments LabVIEW* Accelerates Productivity

Information about software used to develop measurement, and test and control systems.
NI Real-Time Hypervisor for Windows* Reduces Hardware Cost

Info for combining a deterministic real-time target and general-purpose host on one computer.

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Industrial Controller in Concert: 90 Days - Concept to Completion
A demonstration that shows how Atom can be used for real-time capability as it applies in the industrial environment.
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Tips and Tricks for Simplifying Multi-Core Development
Learn about using the right tools with a symmetric multi-processing real-time OS. (v.1, Jan. 2011)
Multi-Core Applications for Maximum Performance
Describes advantages for embedded performance, security, and reliability. (v.1, Jan. 2011)

Video: Real-Time and Multi-Core: Benefit or Challenge?
To better understand how Intel® multi-core creates expansiveness and efficiency simultaneously, this brief summation defines advantages, identifies complexities, and cites industry use.
Kyowa Strain Gage Measurement for Circuit Board Assembly
Demonstrates attachment of strain gauges to measure manufacturing board flexure. (v.1, Jan. 2011)
Create Embedded Linux* Distributions Using the Yocto Project*
Mark Hatle describes creating a custom embedded distribution on any architecture. (v.001, Oct. 2011)
Android* Optimization on Intel® Architecture-Based Platforms
Ishu Verma discusses Android* SDK and NDK toolsets as well as the benefits of using NDK. (v.001, Oct. 2011)

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