Embedded SBC Blog
Practical articles for product teams planning Android SBCs, Linux SBCs, Rockchip and Allwinner platforms, custom board design, BSP and driver work, smart control panels, and embedded product development.
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Choose the topic closest to your device. Each section groups notes on platform choice, board design, software work, test flow, and build planning.
Android SBC
Articles about Android SBC selection, Android BSP support, touchscreen products, Android HMI devices, smart terminals, control panels, and Android board customization.
7 articles
Linux SBC
Articles about Linux SBC selection, embedded Linux BSP support, gateway products, industrial control boards, edge devices, and Linux board customization.
4 articles
Rockchip SBC
Articles about Rockchip SBC, Rockchip Android board, Rockchip Linux board, RK3566, RK3576, RK3399, and Rockchip board customization.
4 articles
Allwinner SBC
Articles about Allwinner SBC, Allwinner Android board, Allwinner Linux board, A33, A64, R528, R128, and Allwinner board customization.
4 articles
Custom SBC
Articles about custom SBC design, custom mainboards, PCBA outline, mounting holes, connector layout, component selection, IC selection, and production-ready embedded boards.
5 articles
Smart Control Panels
Articles about smart control panels, Android wall panels, room control panels, smart home control panels, HMI products, and complete control panel customization.
5 articles
HMI
Articles about HMI hardware, Android HMI boards, Linux HMI boards, touch display integration, industrial interfaces, and embedded HMI product development.
4 articles
IoT Gateway
Articles about IoT gateway boards, Linux gateways, edge devices, Ethernet, wireless, serial interfaces, protocol bridging, and gateway product development.
4 articles
Smart Terminal
Articles about smart terminal boards, Android terminals, connected commercial devices, display products, peripheral integration, and embedded terminal development.
4 articles
Industrial Control
Articles about industrial control boards, industrial SBCs, equipment interfaces, automation devices, Linux control systems, HMI integration, and production testing.
5 articles
BSP & Driver
Articles about Android BSP, Linux BSP, driver adaptation, display and touch bring-up, wireless modules, Ethernet, USB, UART, GPIO, and system image preparation.
3 articles
Manufacturing & Testing
Articles about PCBA production coordination, functional testing, material review, prototype bring-up, quality feedback, production planning, and lifecycle support.
4 articles
Latest articles
Start with the newest notes if you are comparing SoC platforms, choosing Android or Linux, planning a custom SBC, or preparing an embedded product for production.
How to Choose an Android SBC for Embedded Products
A practical Android SBC selection guide for embedded products, covering UI needs, display and touch, BSP scope, I/O, wireless, production testing, and supplier evaluation.
PCBA Production Testing for Embedded SBC Projects
A practical overview of PCBA production testing for embedded SBC projects, including BOM review, prototype bring-up, functional testing, issue tracking, and delivery support.
Android and Linux BSP Driver Support for SBC Projects
A practical overview of Android and Linux BSP driver support for display, touch, wireless, Ethernet, USB, UART, GPIO, storage, audio, camera, and system images.
Industrial Control SBC Design Considerations
Important considerations for industrial control SBC projects, including I/O reliability, Linux support, interface planning, enclosure fit, testing, and production coordination.
Smart Terminal Board Development for Connected Devices
A short guide to smart terminal board development, including Android UI, display, wireless, peripheral interfaces, enclosure fit, and production preparation.
IoT Gateway Interface Planning for Embedded Products
How to plan IoT gateway board interfaces such as Ethernet, wireless, UART, RS485, CAN, GPIO, storage, power, and Linux software support.
HMI Board Design for Touch Display Products
Important HMI board design considerations for touch display products, including display interface, touch integration, operating system, enclosure, and production testing.
Smart Control Panel Project Planning Checklist
A planning checklist for smart control panel projects, including screen size, wall installation, Android software, wireless, UI workflow, branding, and production needs.
Custom SBC Design from Enclosure to Production
A practical overview of custom SBC design decisions, including PCBA outline, mounting holes, connector placement, component selection, and production planning.
Linux SBC for Gateway and Control Products
Key points to consider when using a Linux SBC for IoT gateways, industrial control products, data collection devices, and edge equipment.
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