GE VMIVME1150 | single board computer

1. Name

2. Core Description

• Product Positioning: As an industrial-grade single-board computer, the VMIVME1150 serves as the "computing core" for embedded control systems in harsh industrial environments. It integrates processing power, memory, and basic I/O functions into a compact VMEbus-form factor, eliminating the need for discrete computing components and simplifying system integration. It is primarily used to run real-time control software, process sensor data, and communicate with other VMEbus modules (e.g., I/O cards, communication modules) in mission-critical applications.
• Key Functions & Performance Features:
• Industrial-Grade Processing: Typically equipped with a low-power, high-reliability microprocessor (e.g., Intel x86-based processors or equivalent), optimized for stable operation in extended temperature ranges and under vibration/electromagnetic interference (EMI)—a critical requirement for industrial embedded systems.
• VMEbus Compliance: Adheres to the VMEbus standard (e.g., VMEbus Rev. C.1), supporting 32-bit address/data bus operations and compatibility with other VMEbus modules (e.g., VMIVME I/O cards, communication interfaces). This enables flexible expansion of system functions without redesigning the core computing unit.

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• Integrated Memory & Storage: Includes on-board RAM (e.g., up to several gigabytes of DDR SDRAM) for real-time data processing and non-volatile storage (e.g., flash memory or EEPROM) for storing operating systems (e.g., real-time operating systems like VxWorks or embedded Linux) and application software.
• Basic I/O Interfaces: Features built-in standard interfaces for system management and peripheral connection, such as RS-232/RS-485 serial ports (for local debugging or communication with legacy devices), Ethernet ports (for networked data transmission), and GPIO (General-Purpose Input/Output) pins (for simple digital control tasks).
• Rugged Design: Constructed to withstand industrial environmental stressors, including wide temperature ranges, mechanical vibration, and electrical noise. It often meets industrial standards such as MIL-STD-810 (for environmental resistance) or EN 61000 (for EMC compliance).
• Application Scenarios:
  Widely deployed in industrial sectors requiring embedded real-time control, such as:
• Power Generation: Control and monitoring of turbine systems, power distribution units, and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems;
• Aerospace & Defense: Embedded computing for ground support equipment or industrial-grade avionics subsystems (non-flight-critical);
• Manufacturing: Real-time control of automated production lines, robotics, and machine vision systems;
• Transportation: On-board computing for rail signaling systems or heavy-duty vehicle control modules.

3. Key Data Sheet Specifications (Based on Public Industrial Documentation)