OSM modules establish a new, future-proof, and versatile standard for compact, cost-effective system-on-modules. Its robust vibration resistance and small form factor make it perfect for IoT-connected devices, edge systems, and industrial applications. Its open-source design and standardized interfaces provides easy integration, long-term scalability, and adaptability across a wide range of platforms.
The Open Standard Module (OSM) is a modular standard developed by the Standardization Group for Embedded Technologies (SGET) to create a versatile architecture for embedded modules that supports a range of form factors. OSM is designed to solve real-world challenges faced by manufacturers by offering a highly connectable, machine-processable, and future-proof solution. The specification includes predefined software and hardware interfaces and is open source from the start, ensuring broad accessibility and flexibility. OSM offers four form factors, each tailored to different application needs. These form factors allow for significant scalability and connectivity to fit a wide range of applications.
OSM offers four form factors, each tailored to different application needs. These form factors allow for significant scalability and connectivity to fit a wide range of applications.
| Value Advantage | Open Standard Module (OSM) | Proprietary SOMs |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Multiple Size Classes (Size: 0, S, M, L) OSM-SF: 30mm x 30mm OSM-MF: 30mm x 45mm |
Customized for specific needs No standardization |
| Assembly | Tailored to application Soldered down (no connectors) |
Less customer familiarity May require unique connector |
| Connectivity | Onboard M.2 1216 radios Endless interfaces in small form factor (USB 3.x/2.0, Ethernet, PCIe, MIPI-DSI, RGB) |
Customizable on-board or on carrier Customized connectivity Limits interoperability |
| Flexibility | Upgrade to latest processor as needed Move between processing platforms |
Needs redesign, no future-proofing Vendor specific |
We support a wide range of processors, memory configurations, and on-board wireless modules, giving flexibility & scalability across hardware designs and generations.
Benefit from unmatched support services, including direct engineering assistance, design guidance, and custom solutions, helping you minimize risk and bring your products to market faster.
Our extensive global certification capability, including an accredited testing facility and on-site EMC experts, ensure that your SOM is thoroughly tested, certified, and ready for production.
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The Open Standard Module, a new, future-proof, versatile standard for a new line of Ezurio System on Modules provides unmatched miniaturization, solder-down durability, and scalability across multiple form factors. Designed for next generation of IoT and edge devices, OSM addresses connectivity, processing, and integration challenges faced by OEMs in industrial, commercial, and medical applications.
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