Ideal Platform for compute-intensive rugged embedded applications

With its NVIDIA Xavier computing power, rugged design, and PCIe/104 expansion capability, Elton offers the ideal platform for implementing high performance computing and AI applications in mobile and harsh environments.

Elton utilizes the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Xavier embedded computer module to deliver unmatched performance for AI, machine learning, image processing, and other compute-intensive tasks. The Xavier module delivers up to 30 TeraOps in performance (3 x 10¹³ operations per second) at a maximum power dissipation of 30 watts. Xavier also offers scalable performance for applications requiring lower overall power consumption of 10 or 15 watts. The module runs at 32 TOPs on a 512-core Volta GPU with Tensor Cores and accelerators, enabling high-performance AI-powered autonomous machines like never before. At 87 x 100mm (3.4 x 3.9") it is slightly bigger than the other Jetson modules.

Elton provides numerous sockets for I/O expansion. An industry-standard camera module socket supports the attachmentof up to 8 CSI cameras (up to 4 cameras with 4K resolution). An M.2 socket supports the use of PCIe x4 NVMe flash storage up to 256GB. An LTE module socket supports the use of NimbeLink SkyWire cellular modems, featuring a broad range of solutions with worldwide compatibility.

Standard PC-style I/O on Elton includes 2 USB 3.0 ports, 2 USB 3.1 ports, HD audio, HDMI and LVDS display, and4 RS-232/422/485 ports with software configurability. All I/O is provided on pin headers that are compatible with both common non-latching and rugged latching mating cables, making Elton ideal for applications in environments subject to high shock and vibration.

Unique and Rugged

Elton Block Diagram

Jetson Xaviar Block Diagram

NVIDIA Meets PC/104

Unique among NVIDIA computing module carriers, Elton employs a PCI/104-Express expansion socket. The socket provides support for PCI-104, PCIe/104 type 2 (x8 lane), and PCIe/104 OneBank expansion modules (4 x1 lanes), enabling rapid creation of truly rugged, custom-configured, high performance, PCIe-based solutions using off-the-shelf I/O modules from a large number of manufacturers worldwide. Typical PCIe/104 I/O expansion includes 1G/10G Ethernet, video capture, and high resolution video display. A wide variety of industrial I/O modules, including analog, digital, serial, motion control, and other types is also available.

Data Acquisition

A built-in data acquisition circuit provides 12-bit A/D up to 1MSPS, 12-bit D/A, and 3.3V GPIO. Diamond's free C-language programming library simplifies application development, while a GUI control panel offers convenient control and monitoring of real-world processes as well as ready-to-run data logging capability.

Cable Kit

Cable kit for Elton Jetson Xavier carrier board, Latching board connectors

CK-ELTON-01 includes the following cables:

No.	Qty	Cable	Description	Drawing
1	1	6981507	Power Cable, IPD 2x2 to Leads, 20AV	Show
2	1	6980524	External battery cable, discrete wires	Show
3	1	6980601	Dual serial port cable, 2x DB9 male	Show
4	1	6980602	Dual USB 2.0 cable, 2x USB 2.0 type A	Show
5	1	6980603	Cable, FCI 2x5 2mm latching to USB 3.0 type A panel mount	Show
6	1	6980604	Ethernet cable, FCI 2mm 2x6 latching to RJ-45 socket	Show
7	1	6980605	HDMI Cable	Show
8	1	6980606	Cable, FCI Latching 2mm to DB25F, 12", Ribbon	Show
9	1	6980608	Audio cable, 3x 3.5mm jacks	Show
10	1	6981182	CANbus 2.0 cable, JST 1x4 to DB9M	Show