Single Board Computers

Single board computing platforms deliver compact, self-contained processing for robotics, sensing, automation and embedded projects. They combine a processor, memory and I/O on one board, with software images and broad ecosystem support for Linux and other runtimes. Use cases include robot control brains, autonomous sensors, edge data processing and rapid prototypes where space and power are at a premium. They accept cameras, displays and sensors via standard interfaces.

Attributes vary across the range: CPU performance, memory, built-in networking, USB and serial interfaces, and GPIO expansion via headers. Compatibility with add‑on boards, camera modules and display connectors affects integration, as does power management and heat handling. Reliability comes from robust software support and updates, while ease of integration is aided by ready images, libraries and community resources. These boards offer more computing and OS capability than microcontrollers while staying compact and energy‑efficient for on‑board processing and remote monitoring.