FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Socionext
Collaborates with Foxconn and Network Optix to Deliver Intelligent and
Scalable Edge-AI Solutions for Retail and Manufacturing Markets
New,
Compact, Powerful Edge Computing Platforms for “Smart” Applications
Yokohama,
January 8, 2020 --- Socionext Inc., a world leading
system-on-chip (SoC) solutions provider, has introduced new,
intelligent, scalable edge-AI solutions developed in partnership with
Foxconn Technology Group and Network Optix Inc.
Socionext has partnered closely with Foxconn, a global leader in smart
manufacturing together with Network Optix, a creator of innovative
video management software (VMS) on the high-performance edge system.
The newly launched solutions are powered by a scalable, 24-core Arm
Cortex-A53 SoC offering exceptional CPU performance, which provides
excellent processing speed and power-savings. The new system is
designed to support the most demanding edge computing, smart energy,
Internet of Things (IoT), and real-time data processing applications.
High-Density
Fan-less Edge-AI Sever “BOXiedge” enhancing operational efficiency
Socionext and Foxconn have collaborated on the development of Foxconn’s
BOXiedge, a high-density, fan-less, and highly efficient edge server
that measures a compact 200mm x 200mm (1U) and typically consumes only
30W of power.
The BOXiedge is ideal for industrial internet AI applications as it
provides over 20 TOPS in total with AI accelerating card that offers
excellent performance in object classification.
It also supports the mainstream Caffe and TensorFlow AI development
frameworks, so no additional learning time is required. In order to
support additional computational off-loading of real-time applications,
Foxconn will be pre-installing the Network Optix’s Witness VMS to the
BOXiedge server for better optimization. Additionally, it provides
immediate support for a broad range of IP cameras on the market.
“Socionext has been a reliable and trusted technology partner in ASSP
for many years and share the same vision with us at Foxconn of
innovating the next generation AI solutions,” said Gene Liu, VP of
Foxconn Technology Group. “We are pleased to partner with Socionext
again to integrate the “Nx Witness VMS” into Foxconn’s BOXiedge in
order to deliver even greater value to HW-SW integrated ARM solutions,
bringing a more powerful and cost-effective solution to the retail and
manufacturing industry.”
BOXiedge
Plus Nx Witness VMS
The new edge computing system developed with Network Optix combines the
ultra-fast processing capabilities of Arm-based CPU with Network
Optix’s Nx Witness VMS that integrate seamlessly with other products
‘Powered-by-Nx’ built on the Nx Meta Video Development Platform for
analyzing and enriching video data. It enables multiple video input
processing in real-time, and provides a powerful and intuitive user
interface to view and manage multiple incoming IP video streams. The
lightweight VMS can run on most hardware and leading server platforms.
This compact and efficient Edge AI server is ideal for real-time edge
inference applications such as being able to recognize and filter video
input using metadata to identify objects, people, commodities, human
faces and even pathways. Potential applications include smart retail,
smart manufacturing, surveillance, medical AI, and more.
"Socionext is taking a unique approach to solving the challenges of
creating lightweight but powerful AI-enabled hardware with their
advanced SoC solutions. The collaboration between Nx, Socionext, and
Foxconn strengthens the ability of all companies involved to bring to
market exceptional intelligent video hardware that can be used for a
variety of applications - from cloud-based IoT solutions to on-premise
edge processing," said Tony Luce, Director of Marketing &
Business Development, Network Optix.
“Socionext, as a provider of SoC-based solutions, looks to create a
solid synergy by working with leading high-tech companies such as
Foxconn and Network Optix,” said Kotaro Goto, Vice Head of the
Automotive & Industrial Business Group at Socionext. “Moving
business processes to the edge with simple and scalable hardware
solutions offers service providers the ability to streamline workflow
and support a wide range of business needs, resulting in faster
response times and data transfer speed.”
Socionext is championing the use its leading-edge, scalable and
power-efficient SoC solutions for meeting customers specific
requirements and distinctive use cases with high-performance and AI
computing systems and hardware devices to better differentiate their
own unique products and services.
Socionext aims to continually expand its current ecosystem of partners
and introduce solutions to help in the growing mobile, edge and cloud
computing markets.
Verified proof-of-concepts are also available. Please contact us for
more information.
Reference Nx Witness v4.0 (http://www.networkoptix.com/nx-witness-v4-0/)
Reference BOXiedge (https://boxiedge.mlab.tw/v2/)
Reference Socionext ASIC Service (http://www.socionext.com/en/products/customsoc/)
About
Foxconn Technology Group:
Established in 1974, Foxconn Technology Group (“Foxconn”) is a leading
technological solution provider, that has leveraged its expertise in
software and hardware to integrate its unique manufacturing systems
with emerging technologies.
By capitalizing on its expertise in Cloud Computing, Mobile Devices,
IoT, Big Data, AI, Smart Networks and Robotics/Automation, the Group
has expanded capabilities in four key technologies – Data Tech,
Analytics Tech, Platform Tech, and Operations Tech. The company has
research centers and testing laboratories internationally and has
received more than 83,500 patents worldwide. In addition to maximizing
value-creation for customers, Foxconn is also dedicated to enhancing
the concept of environmental sustainability in the manufacturing
process and serving as a best-practices model for global enterprises.
In 2018, Foxconn achieved US$175 billion in revenue, and has received
an array of international accolades and recognition. The company was
ranked 23rd in the Fortune Global 500 rankings in 2018 and 215th in the
Forbes ranking of the World’s Best Employers that year. In 2019, the
company was ranked 21st for Sales and was ranked 123rd overall in the
Forbes Global 2000.
About
NetworkOptix
Network Optix (Nx) is a software company focused on one thing: IP
video. Since the first product was sold in 2013 Network Optix has
enabled the management of millions of IP video cameras in 130 countries
and 6 continents with software that is instantly usable, open and
extensible, and powerfully simple to use.
About
Socionext
Socionext is a global, innovative enterprise that designs, develops and
delivers System-on-Chip solutions to customers worldwide. The company
is focused on technologies that drive todayʼs leading-edge applications
in consumer, automotive and industrial markets. Socionext combines
world-class expertise, experience, and an extensive IP portfolio to
provide exceptional solutions and ensure a better quality of experience
for customers. Founded in 2015, Socionext Inc. is headquartered in
Yokohama, and has offices in Japan, Asia, United States and Europe to
lead its product development and sales activities. For more
information, visit www.socionext.com.
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