As global populations surge and consumption increases, the world faces an escalating waste crisis. This puts traditional recycling systems under immense pressure to evolve, demanding faster, more accurate, and less labor-intensive processes. Key challenges for the recycling system include persistently low recycling rates, consumer sorting errors approaching 70%, complex material classification requirements, and a heavy reliance on manual labor.
In contrast, AI-powered technologies are delivering transformative results. Smart sorting bins and robotic systems now achieve up to 95% accuracy in waste classification, dramatically improving efficiency. These advancements underscore the pivotal role of AI, edge computing, computer vision, and robotics in modernizing waste collection, sorting, and processing. Axiomtek supports this transformation with a comprehensive portfolio of industrial computing solutions, including GPU-powered systems, purpose-built to power next-generation smart waste management systems.
Smart Bin with AI
Smart bins equipped with AI-driven vision technology are transforming waste management by enabling accurate sorting at the point of disposal. The new technology can significantly increase the recycling rate by simplifying the process and lowering sorting errors. Smart bins are designed to identify and sort materials by AI vision algorithms in real-time, monitor and alert fill level, and send real-time data to control centers for further optimization.
AIE100-ONA: Powered by NVIDIA® Jetson Orin™ Nano Super for Accurate and Fast Material Sorting
Outstanding AI Performance
The AIE100-ONA is powered by the NVIDIA® Jetson Orin™ Nano Super platform, which features a 6-core Arm® Cortex®-A78AE v8.2 64-bit CPU (1.5MB L2 + 4MB L3) delivering up to 67 TOPS of accelerated AI computing performance and integrates an advanced 1024-core NVIDIA Ampere GPU with 32 Tensor Cores.
Compact, Rugged, and Fanless
The palm-sized AIE100-ONA, measuring only 148.6 mm x 129.8 mm x 34.6 mm, is perfectly suited for deployment in constrained spaces, such as smart bins. Its fanless, rugged design, with a wide operating temperature range (-25°C to +60°C), 3 Grms vibration endurance, and IP42-rated protection, guarantees reliable and smooth operation under all conditions.
Rich I/O with Front-facing Design
To enhance the versatility of connectivity, the AIE100-ONA features a rich I/O interface for cameras and sensors. Its front-facing design facilitates installation and maintenance for customers.
AI Vision Enhances Robotic Sorting Efficiency
AI-powered vision systems are revolutionizing waste sorting by enabling real-time detection and classification of recyclables on conveyor belts. When paired with robotic arms, they automate pick-and-place operations with high precision, reducing manual labor while improving accuracy and throughput. This intelligent automation helps operators boost sorting efficiency, ensure consistent material quality, and reduce the total cost of ownership.
AIE510-ONX: 100 TOPS AI Computing Power by NVIDIA® Jetson Orin™ NX Ideal for Recycle Line
Exceptional AI Computing Power
Powered by the NVIDIA® Jetson Orin™ NX, the AIE510-ONX boasts up to 100 TOPS of computing power, enabling it to analyze vast amounts of images. It also supports the NVIDIA Isaac™ Robot Operating System (ROS) SDK, which accelerates AI-enabled robot development.
Rich I/O for Camera and Robot Integration
To support seamless integration with multiple sensors and cameras on the robotic arms and the recycling belt, the AIE510-ONX is equipped with a comprehensive I/O interface, including a COM port for precise motion control. Additionally, its PoE port supports the EtherCAT industrial Ethernet protocol, enabling real-time, synchronized communication for deterministic and high-speed robot control.
Fanless and Rugged Industrial-Grade Design
The fanless AIE510-ONX features a wide operating temperature range from -25°C to +60°C, and a wide voltage range operating from 9 to 36 VDC. This allows it to operate smoothly even in a harsh industrial environment.
