ARM Embedded AI Box (e.g., ARMxy BL370 series) plays a significant role in smart agricultural machinery solutions by enhancing automation, intelligence, and data processing capabilities.
Case Details
ARM Embedded AI Box (e.g., ARMxy BL370 series) plays a significant role in smart agricultural machinery solutions by enhancing automation, intelligence, and data processing capabilities.
1. Application Scenarios
- Precision Agriculture: Sensor-based seeding, fertilization, irrigation.
- Agricultural Robots/AGVs: Navigation and automation.
- Environmental Monitoring: Soil, climate, crop conditions.
- Remote Management: Cloud-based equipment monitoring and data analysis.
- Machine Vision/AI: Crop recognition, pest detection.
2. Monitored Equipment
(1) Navigation & Motion Control
- Objects: GPS/Beidou, IMU, motors, ultrasonic/lidar.
- Parameters: Positioning, posture, motor status, obstacle distance.
- Role: BL370’s RS485/CAN (e.g., X12: 1 RS485+1 CAN) connects GPS/IMU; 1TOPS NPU supports path planning.
(2) Environmental & Crop Monitoring
- Objects: Soil sensors (moisture, pH), weather sensors, cameras.
- Parameters: Soil/climate data, crop images.
- Role: Y-series boards (e.g., Y31: 4x 0/4-20mA) collect sensor data; NPU enables AI crop analysis via HDMI cameras.
(3) Actuators
- Objects: Spray pumps, seeders, harvesters.
- Parameters: Flow, seeding accuracy, device efficiency.
- Role: Y24 (4 relays) or Y95 (4 PWM) controls actuators; pulse counters monitor frequency.
(4) Power Management
- Objects: Batteries, solar panels.
- Parameters: Voltage, current, capacity.
- Role: 9-36VDC input; Y31/Y33 monitors power; BLRAT sends alerts.
(5) Communication
- Objects: 4G/5G, Wi-Fi, Ethernet.
- Parameters: Signal strength, data rate, cloud sync.
- Role: Mini PCIe supports 4G/Wi-Fi; BLIIoTLink enables MQTT/OPC UA for cloud platforms.
(6) Safety
- Objects: Cameras, vibration/access sensors.
- Parameters: Intrusion, abnormal movement.
- Role: USB/HDMI for cameras; X14 (4 DI) detects anomalies.
3. Advantages of ARM Embedded AI Box BL370 Series
- Performance: RK3562 (quad-core A53, up to 2.0GHz, 1TOPS NPU) for edge computing/AI.
- Interfaces: RS485/CAN, DI/DO, PWM, analog I/O, 1-3 Ethernet, USB, HDMI, Mini PCIe.
- Durability: -40 to 85°C (some 0 to 70°C), IP30, vibration-resistant (2g).
- Software: Linux/Ubuntu, Node-RED, Docker, BLIIoTLink for protocol conversion.
- Flexibility: 1/2/4GB RAM, 8/16/32GB eMMC, customizable IO boards.
4. Example Solutions
- Precision Sprayer: BL370B-SOM372-X24-Y31-Y24 (3 Ethernet, 32GB eMMC, 4GB RAM, RS485/CAN, 4 analog inputs, 4 relays); controls spray via sensors, uploads data via 4G.
- Agricultural Robot: BL372-SOM375-X12-Y95 (3 Ethernet+HDMI, 8GB eMMC, 1GB RAM, RS485/CAN, PWM); navigates via GPS, analyzes crops with AI.
5. Considerations
- Environment: Use SOM370-SOM372 (-40 to 85°C) for harsh conditions; SOM373-SOM375 (0 to 70°C) for milder settings.
- Power: Optimize for battery use with low RAM/ROM (e.g., SOM370: 1GB+8GB).
- Interfaces: Match X/Y boards to sensor/actuator needs.
- Security: Use MQTT encryption and BLRAT for secure remote access.
