A first of its kind, this new architectural solution combines AMD Ryzen™ Embedded processors with Versal Adaptive SoCs onto a single integrated board and is designed for critical AI inferencing and sensor fusion applications. It also allows system designers to choose from an ecosystem of ODM board offerings based on the Embedded+ architecture.
Fidus has spent the last couple of weeks working extensively with AMD on the first ODM solution based on the Sapphire Edge+ VPR-4616 , a low-power Mini-ITX form factor motherboard from Sapphire Technology, and is excited to now showcase the energy efficiency and performant computing capabilities available with this solution – by leveraging the best aspects of each embedded technology.
In the above video, CTO Scott Turnbull talks about Fidus’ current and future plans with AMD Embedded+
A cutting-edge Versal and x86 demo for industry applications
Our development team has been working hard developing an exciting demo using AMD’s Embedded+ architecture, which integrates the powerful Versal AI adaptive SoCs with an AMD Ryzen x86 processor. This demo will showcase our expertise in both software and FPGA design, illustrating the seamless interaction between these components to accelerate workloads and optimize system performance. We’re eager to display this cutting-edge system at major upcoming events, including AMD’s EMEA Versal Roadshow and Embedded World North America.
The focus of the demo is to highlight how the Versal processor can offload and accelerate tasks when paired with an x86 processor. The system’s flexibility is designed to cater to industries such as healthcare, industrial, and vision applications. We’re exploring demonstrations such as comparing encryption performance between x86 and FPGA, sensor fusion, and real-time video processing, which all emphasize the power and efficiency of this architecture. This demo not only underscores our capabilities but also exemplifies the transformative potential of Embedded+ in various sectors.
In the above image,Matt Fransham working on the Sapphire Edge+, conducting performance evaluations and system analysis at Fidus
See our AMD Embedded+ demo live!
Come visit Fidus at Embedded World North America 2024 and the AMD Adaptive Computing Summit 2024 to see our demo based on the Sapphire Edge+ VPR-4616. You’ll get a detailed look at how we’re using:
Versal adaptive SoCs for real-time sensor processing and AI workloads that require deterministic low-latency performance.
Ryzen™ Embedded processors for handling industrial-grade tasks like 12G-SDI video streams and 100 Gigabit Ethernet data capture—all while maintaining excellent power efficiency.
Learn more about our work with Versal SoCs. Click here.
Why rely on Fidus for your Embedded+ development?
We’ve been working with Embedded+ technology to provide tailored solutions that meet the needs of high-performance, real-time applications across industries. Whether it’s sensor processing, AI workloads, or high-throughput industrial tasks, Fidus brings deep technical expertise and a proven track record to the table.
Custom Embedded Solutions: We design end-to-end systems that combine X86 processing with adaptive hardware, ensuring each component is optimized for your application’s unique needs.
Proven Expertise: With over 23 years of experience and recent recognition as the 2023 AMD Partner of the Year,Fidus has the knowledge and experience to deliver industry-leading embedded solutions.
In the above video, CTO Scott Turnbull talks about Fidus’ current and future plans with AMD Embedded+
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