Lantronix unveils Open-Q 8550CS SOM, delivering next-gen Edge AI computing

Lantronix Inc., a global leader in IoT compute and connectivity solutions, has announced the launch of the Open-Q 8550CS System-on-Module (SOM). Powered by Qualcomm’s Dragonwing QCS8550 processor, this production-ready module is designed to accelerate the development of AI-driven Edge applications while minimizing power consumption.

Revolutionizing Edge AI with high-performance computing

The Open-Q 8550CS SOM is built to meet the growing AI/ML demands of Edge computing, enabling:

• AI-powered video collaboration

• Smart camera applications

• Edge AI gateway integration

• Industrial automation and robotics

With a cloud-connected architecture, the module enhances real-time processing, AI inferencing, and security, making it ideal for industries like smart warehousing, transportation, and retail.

Strategic partnership with Qualcomm

Suri Maddhula, vice president of IoT Solutions Product Management at Qualcomm Technologies Inc., emphasized the partnership’s impact on Edge AI innovation:

“Our collaboration with Lantronix aims to drive IoT and AI advancements, accelerating the development of next-generation Edge applications.”

Mathi Gurusamy, chief strategy officer at Lantronix, echoed the sentiment:

“We are empowering developers with seamless AI innovation at the Edge, transforming industrial solutions with embedded computing and IoT.”

Key features of the Open-Q 8550CS SOM

The Open-Q 8550CS SOM boasts cutting-edge specifications designed for next-gen Edge computing:

• Octa-core Kryo CPU up to 3.2 GHz with Adreno A740 GPU

• Dual eNPU AI engine delivering 48 INT8, 12 FP16 TOPS

• 4nm low-power architecture for energy efficiency

• Security features including Trusted Management Engine, Secure Processing Unit, and DDR encryption

• Wi-Fi 7 MU-MIMO supporting speeds up to 5.8 Gbps

• Enterprise-grade performance across AI, security, and compute processing

• Support for multiple MIPI camera and display ports

• Android 13 and Linux Yocto Kirkstone compatibility

Benefits for AI and industrial applications

The Open-Q 8550CS SOM enables:

• Enhanced AI inferencing for video analytics, automated guided vehicles, and industrial automation

• Advanced 3D rendering with Adreno 740 GPU supporting ray tracing and Vulkan APIs

• Optimized Edge connectivity via 2.5G and 10G Ethernet ports

Open-Q 8550 Development Kit accelerates AI innovation

To streamline development, Lantronix offers the Open-Q 8550 Development Kit, which includes:

• A full-featured carrier board for rapid evaluation

• Support for C-PHY and D-PHY MIPI CSI and GMSL cameras

• Dual MIPI DSI, DisplayPort, and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity

• An always-on AI subsystem with DSP and AI accelerator

This comprehensive toolkit allows developers to prototype and deploy AI-driven applications faster, reducing time-to-market.

TAA and NDAA compliance ensures longevity

Lantronix’s Open-Q solutions meet TAA and NDAA compliance standards, ensuring:

• A 10-year product lifespan with strict component control

• Proven reliability, backed by 1,200+ successful projects

• Enterprise-grade quality assurance for mission-critical AI applications