High-Performance Embedded Computing for 3D Metrology

ARBOR COMX-A300 3D Metrology

Overview

This customer develops portable and automated 3D measurement solutions and software for product development, reverse engineering, quality inspection, dynamic tracking, and digital-twin workflows. These applications depend on fast, reliable processing of dense measurement data and responsive visual feedback during acquisition. As 3D metrology platforms evolve, their computing architecture must support data-intensive algorithms, high-speed sensors, rich graphics, and versatile connectivity within a compact design, while providing a practical path for future upgrades.

Challenges

Data-Intensive Real-Time Processing
  • High-resolution 3D capture generates continuous streams of measurement data
  • Operators expect responsive visualization and real-time feedback throughout acquisition
High Labor Dependence
  • Manual monitoring requires continuous human oversight
  • Delayed reaction times increase operational risk and baggage delays
Compact System Integration
  • Performance, power, thermal behavior, and mechanical space must be carefully balanced
  • Sensor, display, storage, and network interfaces must fit a purpose-built system design
Product Lifecycle and Scalability
  • Proprietary compute designs can increase redesign and validation effort across product generations
  • New algorithms and software functions require a clear performance and memory upgrade path
Industrial Reliability
  • Metrology systems operate in laboratories, production areas, and demanding field environments
  • Stable supply, platform longevity, and responsive engineering support are essential

High-Performance Embedded Computing for 3D Metrology

Solution

This customer selected ARBOR's COMX-A300 COM-HPC Client Size A module as a high-performance computing foundation for its 3D metrology platform. Powered by Intel Core Ultra processors Series 2, it combines heterogeneous computing, high-speed memory, graphics, and extensive I/O.

  • Intel Core Ultra Series 2 supports acquisition, analysis, and application workloads
  • Up to 128GB of dual-channel DDR5 memory helps process large 3D datasets efficiently
  • USB4, PCIe Gen5, dual 2.5GbE, SATA, and MIPI-CSI connect sensors, displays, storage, and networks

How It Works

  • The devices capture detailed surface and dimensional data from the target part
  • High-speed interfaces transfer acquisition data to the COMX-A300-based platform
  • CPU and graphics resources process geometry and provide responsive visualization
  • DDR5 memory buffers dense point-cloud and image data throughout acquisition
  • Customer’s software turns processed data into inspection, Scan-to-CAD, reverse-engineering, and tracking workflows

Benefits

Responsive 3D Data Processing
  • Balances CPU and graphics performance for acquisition, processing, and visualization
  • Supports responsive feedback while measurement data is captured and reviewed
Flexible Custom-System Integration
  • Connects high-speed sensors, storage, networking, and displays through modern I/O
  • The 95 x 120 mm module and 8V-20V input support compact custom designs
Scalable, Standards-Based Platform
  • COM-HPC separates the computing core from the application-specific carrier design
  • Processor and memory options support product tiers and future upgrades
Industrial-Grade Reliability
  • Wide-temperature operation, TPM 2.0, watchdog support, and dual 2.5GbE strengthen resilience
  • ARBOR engineering and lifecycle support help reduce integration risk and speed development

Featured Product

COMX-A300

COMX-A300

Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors Series 2 (Arrow Lake U/H) CPU, COM-HPC Client Size A Module
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