#phytec

Smart EV charging infrastructure is scaling fast, and the market mandates hardware that can deliver reliability, connectivity, security, and long-term stability. PHYTEC’s phyCORE-AM62x System-on-Module (SOM) hits that operational sweet spot, empowering OEMs to accelerate development cycles without compromising robustness.

PHYTEC’s Vision for the Future of EV Charging

Commercial EV chargers today need to stay connected, work smart, and be easy to manage across many locations. PHYTEC designs hardware that can handle tough real-world conditions, helping reduce development effort while keeping chargers running smoothly.

Their approach focuses on stability, long life, and reliable performance — the core things big EV-charging networks look for in important field devices. PHYTEC also supports engineering teams with solid technical help, making it easier to move from early testing to full production without surprises.

Why PHYTEC Stands Out

Industrial-grade hardware design

Long-term product availability

Strong Linux + BSP support

Built for 24/7 field operations in harsh environments

About the phyCORE-AM62x

The phyCORE-AM62x module is the continuation of the phyCORE-AM335x family. The processor offers ultra-low power modes, dual display, multi-sensor edge computing, security and other BOM-saving integrations .

Key Technical Strengths

Up to quad-core Arm Cortex-A53 @ 1.4 GHz

Integrated Cortex-M4F for real-time safety tasks

Dual Gigabit Ethernet, CAN-FD, multiple UART/SPI/I²C interfaces

43 mm × 32 mm compact footprint

Secure boot + Arm TrustZone®

Rich display support + MIPI CSI-2 camera input

This combination makes the module extremely capable for smart chargers that require low power consumption, fast processing, and industrial reliability.

Why This SOM Works for Commercial EV Chargers

Modern chargers run multiple subsystems simultaneously — communication stacks, billing logic, UI, safety mechanisms, and secure updates. The phyCORE-AM62x aligns seamlessly with these operational requirements.

EV Charger Benefits

Smooth handling of OCPP, cloud integration, and billing workflows

Real-time processor offloads safety and control tasks

Multiple connectivity interfaces for sensors, metering, and power modules

GPU + display support enables responsive user interfaces

Secure boot ensures firmware integrity

Compact footprint simplifies hardware integration

Technical Details

Memory Options

eMMC: 16 GB up to 256 GB

DDR4 RAM: 512 MB up to 4 GB

NOR Flash: 64 MB up to 256 MB (Octal/Dual SPI)

EEPROM: 4 KB up to 32 KB

Interfaces

Ethernet: Dual Gigabit (1× on-board PHY, 1× RGMII)

USB: Two USB 2.0 dual-role ports

UART: Up to 10

CAN: 3× CAN FD

I²C: Up to 6

SPI: Up to 4

MMC/SD/SDIO: Up to 2

ePWM: Up to 4

GPMC: 1× 16-bit

Display: 24-bit RGB parallel, OLDI/LVDS (4-lane ×2)

Audio: 3× McASP

Camera: MIPI CSI-2 v1.3

Debug: JTAG

Software Support

Operating System: Linux

RTOS Support: FreeRTOS

Conclusion

Powering the Next Era of Medical Innovation.

Healthcare is evolving — fast. Medical devices are no longer just tools; they are intelligent systems capable of monitoring, analyzing, and acting in real time. At PHYTEC Embedded, we make this possible with high-performance, reliable embedded solutions that power the next generation of medical technology.

Smarter Devices, Better Care

From wearable health monitors to portable diagnostics, PHYTEC’s phyCORE® System-on-Modules (SOMs) and single-board computers provide the processing power and connectivity modern healthcare demands. Our platforms enable:

Real-time patient monitoring

Secure data transmission for remote care

Edge AI and predictive analytics for proactive interventions

With PHYTEC, device manufacturers accelerate development, reduce time-to-market, and deliver smarter, safer devices that improve patient outcomes.

Connected Healthcare Made Simple

The future of healthcare is connected. Our embedded solutions allow devices to communicate seamlessly with hospital systems, cloud platforms, and mobile apps. This empowers:

Remote patient monitoring for chronic disease management

Instant alerts for abnormal readings

Data-driven insights for better clinical decisions

PHYTEC’s reliable connectivity ensures healthcare providers can act quickly — without compromising patient safety.

Reliability You Can Trust

Medical devices must perform flawlessly. PHYTEC SOMs are designed for robust performance, long-term reliability, and global regulatory compliance. With our embedded expertise, manufacturers can focus on innovation while we provide a secure, scalable foundation.

Innovating the Future

PHYTEC is more than hardware — we’re a partner in healthcare innovation. Our platforms support AI at the edge, advanced signal processing, and real-time analytics, helping bring smarter medical devices to life faster.

PHYTEC Embedded: Where technology meets healthcare to transform lives.

Conclusion

Bringing Embedded Power to the Skies : PHYTEC’s phyBOARD-Pollux (i.MX 8M Plus) and phyBOARD-Polis (i.MX 8M Mini) are powerful embedded platforms built for industrial-grade UAVs.  These boards combine high-performance processing, low power consumption, and long-term reliability, making them ideal for professional and commercial drone manufacturers.

Why PHYTEC?

PHYTEC is more than just a hardware provider — it’s a technology partner for embedded innovation.

Expertise in Embedded Design: Over 30 years of experience delivering production-ready SOMs and boards.

Customizable Solutions: From standard modules to tailor-made hardware for your specific UAV needs.

Long-Term Support: Industrial-grade components with guaranteed availability for more than 10 years.

Global Ecosystem: PHYTEC collaborates with NXP, ST, and AMD-Xilinx to deliver top-tier embedded solutions.

End-to-End Partnership: From design to production — PHYTEC supports every stage of your product lifecycle.

With PHYTEC, you get a trusted, future-proof foundation for your industrial drone platform.

Drone Categories That Fit phyBOARD

1. AI Vision Drone

AI Vision drones are best powered by the phyBOARD-Pollux (i.MX 8M Plus), which offers a 2.3 TOPS NPU for onboard AI inference and supports dual-camera inputs for object detection and autonomous navigation. This makes it ideal for power-line inspection and industrial safety applications.

2. Mapping / Survey Drone

Mapping and survey drones suit the phyBOARD-Polis (i.MX 8M Mini), a compact and low-power board capable of 1080p video encode/decode and running QGroundControl for real-time mission visualization. It is widely used in land surveys and construction mapping.

3. Agriculture Drone

Agriculture drones can use the phyBOARD-Pollux for real-time crop health analysis using advanced image processing. This enables smarter farming practices and efficient irrigation planning.

4. Security / Surveillance Drone

Security and surveillance drones benefit from the phyBOARD-Pollux, which uses its NPU for object and person detection, along with live streaming to QGroundControl. Common applications include border patrol and area monitoring.

5. Delivery / Logistics Drone

Delivery and logistics drones integrate well with the phyBOARD-Polis, supporting mission control, telemetry handling, and ROS 2 + PX4-based flight stack integration. These capabilities suit parcel delivery systems and warehouse logistics operations.

6. Research / Educational Drone

For research and educational purposes, the phyBOARD-Polis provides a cost-efficient platform with full Linux support, and is fully compatible with ROS 2 and MAVLink. It is ideal for university labs, robotics clubs, and R&D drone development.

i.MX 8M MINI (phyBOARD-Polis) — QGroundControl (QGC) Compatibility

How It Works:

QGroundControl (QGC) is ground control software that communicates with flight stacks like PX4 or ArduPilot via MAVLink protocol.

Your phyBOARD-Polis can act as a companion computer or mission computer running:

Linux (Yocto BSP provided by PHYTEC)

QGroundControl (Qt-based) — can run natively on i.MX 8M Mini using GPU acceleration (OpenGL ES support).

MAVLink communication over UART, USB, or Wi-Fi with the flight controller (Pixhawk, Cube, or custom FC).

Tested Integration:

PX4 running on Pixhawk → connected via UART or USB → phyBOARD-Polis (Linux) → running QGroundControl / MAVLink router.

Supports live telemetry, mission upload, video streaming (RTSP/GStreamer), and parameter tuning through QGC interface.

Summary

PHYTEC’s phyBOARD-Pollux and phyBOARD-Polis are purpose-built for industrial drone innovation.  They fit perfectly into:

AI-powered inspection drones

Autonomous mapping UAVs

Secure mission control units

“Turning intelligence into action — where robots think in real time.”

phyCORE-i.MX 8M Plus

PHYTEC is empowering the next generation of intelligent devices with its phyCORE-i.MX 8M Plus System on Module (SOM) and phyBOARD-Pollux carrier board — a compact, production-ready platform designed for edge AI and industrial intelligence. These modules bring high-performance computing, AI acceleration, and real-time control directly to the edge, enabling machines to see, think, and act faster than ever before.

The Perfect Match: phyBOARD-Pollux

While the SOM provides the brains, the phyBOARD-Pollux acts as its body — bringing all the essential interfaces together in one flexible development platform. Designed specifically for the i.MX 8M Plus SOM, Pollux simplifies prototyping and testing, so developers can focus on building applications instead of wiring up hardware.

Built to Last in Industrial Environments

Edge devices often live in tough environments — factory floors, outdoor systems, or mobile robots that never rest. PHYTEC understands this better than anyone. The phyCORE-i.MX 8M Plus SOM is designed for industrial-grade reliability, with an extended temperature range (-40°C to +85°C) and long-term component availability.

Conclusion