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Advanced AI Vision Controller delivers the modularity required to solve demanding, compute-intensive manufacturing applications without external PCs
NATICK, Mass., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX), the global technology leader in industrial machine vision, today announced the launch of the In-Sight® 6900 Vision Controller. The modular In-Sight Vision Controller gives manufacturers the freedom to configure cameras, optics, and lighting precisely for their inspection requirements, eliminating the compromises of fixed-configuration systems. Powered by NVIDIA Jetson technology, it delivers high-capacity AI processing at the edge, enabling the most demanding industrial workloads to run without external PCs or complex distributed architectures.
"As manufacturers accelerate their adoption of AI, they want solutions that are both powerful and easy to deploy," said Matt Moschner, President and CEO of Cognex. "The In-Sight Vision Controller delivers exactly that, combining NVIDIA's edge AI processing with Cognex's modular hardware and proven vision tools. This allows more customers to solve demanding inspection applications at the edge, without the cost and complexity of PC-based systems, and opens up applications that weren't possible before."
Advanced AI Tool Modes for the Toughest Vision Challenges
The In-Sight Vision Controller introduces Cognex's most advanced AI tool modes to date—purpose-built for challenging inspections, capable of handling parts of varying sizes, detecting highly variable defects, and delivering consistent results even in dynamic and unpredictable production environments.
Key capabilities include:
- Modular Vision Architecture: Support for interchangeable cameras, lenses, and industrial lighting enables precise system configuration, including Cognex's lenses, optics, cameras, and accessories (LOCA) portfolio.
- Few Sample Classification: Transformer-based classification models requiring as few as 10–20 training images, reducing data collection time and accelerating deployment.
- Robust Segmentation: Pixel-level segmentation that isolates critical features, delivering reliable analysis on challenging surfaces.
The In-Sight Vision Controller also integrates seamlessly with OneVision™, Cognex's collaborative AI platform that allows engineering teams to develop, refine, and scale inspection applications globally from a single environment. Manufacturers can roll out improvements faster and maintain consistent quality across plants, production lines, and shifts.
Powered by NVIDIA Jetson for Real-Time, High-Throughput AI at the Edge
By incorporating the NVIDIA Jetson module, the In-Sight Vision Controller transforms from a traditional image processor into a high-performance AI engine capable of executing sophisticated neural networks directly at the edge.
Performance highlights include:
- Parallel Processing for Complex Inspections: Up to 157 TOPS of AI performance allows multiple high-resolution AI models to run simultaneously.
- Real-Time Inference: Optimized NVIDIA TensorRT integration helps ensure AI decision-making stays synchronized with the microsecond-level timing of high-speed production lines.
About Cognex Corporation
For over 40 years, Cognex has been making advanced machine vision easy, paving the way for manufacturing and distribution companies to become faster, smarter, and more efficient through automation. Innovative technology in our vision sensors and systems solves critical manufacturing and distribution challenges, providing unparalleled performance for industries from automotive to consumer electronics to packaged goods. Cognex makes these tools more capable and easier to deploy thanks to a longstanding focus on AI, helping factories and warehouses improve quality and maximize efficiency without needing highly technical expertise. We are headquartered near Boston, USA, with locations in over 30 countries and more than 30,000 customers worldwide. Learn more at cognex.com.
Media Contact:
Liz Bradley – Head of Communications
Cognex Corporation
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Cognex Corporation
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Advanced AI Vision Controller delivers the modularity required to solve demanding, compute-intensive manufacturing applications without external PCs
NATICK, Mass., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX), the global technology leader in industrial machine vision, today announced the launch of the In-Sight® 6900 Vision Controller. The modular In-Sight Vision Controller gives manufacturers the freedom to configure cameras, optics, and lighting precisely for their inspection requirements, eliminating the compromises of fixed-configuration systems. Powered by NVIDIA Jetson technology, it delivers high-capacity AI processing at the edge, enabling the most demanding industrial workloads to run without external PCs or complex distributed architectures.
"As manufacturers accelerate their adoption of AI, they want solutions that are both powerful and easy to deploy," said Matt Moschner, President and CEO of Cognex. "The In-Sight Vision Controller delivers exactly that, combining NVIDIA's edge AI processing with Cognex's modular hardware and proven vision tools. This allows more customers to solve demanding inspection applications at the edge, without the cost and complexity of PC-based systems, and opens up applications that weren't possible before."
Advanced AI Tool Modes for the Toughest Vision Challenges
The In-Sight Vision Controller introduces Cognex's most advanced AI tool modes to date—purpose-built for challenging inspections, capable of handling parts of varying sizes, detecting highly variable defects, and delivering consistent results even in dynamic and unpredictable production environments.
Key capabilities include:
- Modular Vision Architecture: Support for interchangeable cameras, lenses, and industrial lighting enables precise system configuration, including Cognex's lenses, optics, cameras, and accessories (LOCA) portfolio.
- Few Sample Classification: Transformer-based classification models requiring as few as 10–20 training images, reducing data collection time and accelerating deployment.
- Robust Segmentation: Pixel-level segmentation that isolates critical features, delivering reliable analysis on challenging surfaces.
The In-Sight Vision Controller also integrates seamlessly with OneVision™, Cognex's collaborative AI platform that allows engineering teams to develop, refine, and scale inspection applications globally from a single environment. Manufacturers can roll out improvements faster and maintain consistent quality across plants, production lines, and shifts.
Powered by NVIDIA Jetson for Real-Time, High-Throughput AI at the Edge
By incorporating the NVIDIA Jetson module, the In-Sight Vision Controller transforms from a traditional image processor into a high-performance AI engine capable of executing sophisticated neural networks directly at the edge.
Performance highlights include:
- Parallel Processing for Complex Inspections: Up to 157 TOPS of AI performance allows multiple high-resolution AI models to run simultaneously.
- Real-Time Inference: Optimized NVIDIA TensorRT integration helps ensure AI decision-making stays synchronized with the microsecond-level timing of high-speed production lines.
About Cognex Corporation
For over 40 years, Cognex has been making advanced machine vision easy, paving the way for manufacturing and distribution companies to become faster, smarter, and more efficient through automation. Innovative technology in our vision sensors and systems solves critical manufacturing and distribution challenges, providing unparalleled performance for industries from automotive to consumer electronics to packaged goods. Cognex makes these tools more capable and easier to deploy thanks to a longstanding focus on AI, helping factories and warehouses improve quality and maximize efficiency without needing highly technical expertise. We are headquartered near Boston, USA, with locations in over 30 countries and more than 30,000 customers worldwide. Learn more at cognex.com.
Media Contact:
Liz Bradley – Head of Communications
Cognex Corporation
pr@cognex.com
IR Contact:
Greer Aviv – Head of Investor Relations
Cognex Corporation
ir@cognex.com
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Cognex Launches In-Sight Vision Controller Powered by NVIDIA
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- Arm AGI CPU-based platforms increase performance-per-watt for modern workloads
- High-density liquid-cooled systems accelerate HPC and AI workloads
- Flexible infrastructure supports agentic AI across cloud and enterprise environments
SAN JOSE, Calif., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), an AI, Enterprise, Storage, 5G/Edge Total Solution provider, today expanded its Data Center Building Block Solutions (DCBBS) portfolio with new Arm®-based server platforms powered by the new Arm AGI CPU, and new Open Compute Project (OCP) ORv3-compliant rack offerings. Supermicro leads the industry with over 20 OCP Inspired™ systems, which incorporate various OCP technologies and form factors, to simplify open data center deployments.
"Supermicro continues to advance its DCBBS with an expanded portfolio of Arm-based platforms and OCP systems for next-gen AI and HPC," said Charles Liang, president and CEO of Supermicro. "With high-density, liquid-cooled systems and energy-efficient Arm architectures, we enable scalable, flexible data centers that maximize performance-per-watt and accelerate AI adoption across cloud and enterprise environments."
DCBBS delivers complete, modular AI infrastructure. Built from validated components and sub-systems, DCBBS provides end-to-end deployment flexibility – from individual GPUs and networking switches to complete racks, site infrastructure, management software, and professional services.
"The rapid growth of AI is reshaping infrastructure requirements across the data center," said Mohamed Awad, Executive Vice President, Cloud AI Business Unit, Arm. "Arm AGI CPU-based platforms, built on Arm Neoverse technology, provide the foundation for this new generation of compute, and our collaboration with Supermicro brings these capabilities to market in flexible, high-density systems optimized for modern AI and cloud environments."
"By integrating energy-efficient Arm Neoverse platforms into Supermicro's ORv3 portfolio, the OCP Community is extending the open supply chain for AI infrastructure. This collaboration delivers the modular, liquid-cooled building blocks required to scale high-performance, energy-efficient data centers across the entire ecosystem," said Steve Helvie, Chief Emerging Ecosystem Officer, OCP Foundation.
Supermicro's expanded OCP ORv3 portfolio includes new rack configurations and purpose-built servers designed for seamless integration and high-performance workloads. A new 2U GPU system, compatible with 21-inch OCP ORv3 racks, features dual Intel® Xeon® 6 6700 series processors with P-cores, a 1400A busbar inspired by OCP with power shelves, and DC-SCM support. The system integrates the NVIDIA HGX™ B300 8-GPU platform with 5th Generation NVLink®, delivering the compute density and bandwidth required for large-scale AI deployments. Learn more here.
Also available for ORv3 environments is Supermicro's FlexTwin™ system, which is a high-density, dual-node platform that integrates two independent servers in a 1-OU chassis. Designed for HPC and AI workloads, the system supports the latest Intel processors and future Intel and AMD CPUs. The FlexTwin leverages Supermicro's DLC-2 liquid cooling solution for CPUs, memory, and VRMs—removing up to 90%* of system generated heat. Learn more here.
In addition, Supermicro is making available two new Arm-based systems powered by the recently announced Arm AGI CPU in 2U and 5U form factors, delivering high core density, expanded memory capacity, and flexible I/O for energy-efficient, scalable agentic AI infrastructure.
Systems Overview:
- Compact 2U Server
- Arm AGI CPU with 64, 128, or 136 Arm Neoverse® V3 cores
- 24 DIMM slots, for up to 6TB of DDR5 memory
- 8 front hot-swap 2.5" NVMe drive bays
- Details here
- Expanded 5U server
- Arm AGI CPU with 64, 128, or 136 Arm Neoverse V3 cores
- 24 DIMM slots, for up to 6TB of DDR5 memory
- 8 front hot-swap 2.5" NVMe drive bays
- Additional PCIe lanes for increasing the number of GPUs, in an I/O rich configuration
- Details here
Supermicro promotes staff volunteering at the Open Compute Project Foundation, where the company holds a seat on the OCP Advisory Board. Learn more about how Supermicro supports OCP activities and initiatives here.
*Based on Supermicro estimates
About Super Micro Computer, Inc.
Supermicro (NASDAQ: SMCI) is a global leader in Application-Optimized Total IT Solutions. Founded and operating in San Jose, California, Supermicro is committed to delivering first-to-market innovation for Enterprise, Cloud, AI, and 5G Telco/Edge IT Infrastructure. We are a Total IT Solutions provider with server, AI, storage, IoT, switch systems, software, and support services. Supermicro's motherboard, power, and chassis design expertise further enables our development and production, enabling next-generation innovation from cloud to edge for our global customers. Our products are designed and manufactured in-house (in the US, Asia, and the Netherlands), leveraging global operations for scale and efficiency and optimized to improve TCO and reduce environmental impact (Green Computing). The award-winning portfolio of Server Building Block Solutions® allows customers to optimize for their exact workload and application by selecting from a broad family of systems built from our flexible and reusable building blocks that support a comprehensive set of form factors, processors, memory, GPUs, storage, networking, power, and cooling solutions (air-conditioned, free air cooling or liquid cooling).
Supermicro, Server Building Block Solutions, and We Keep IT Green are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Super Micro Computer, Inc.
All other brands, names, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
- Arm AGI CPU-based platforms increase performance-per-watt for modern workloads
- High-density liquid-cooled systems accelerate HPC and AI workloads
- Flexible infrastructure supports agentic AI across cloud and enterprise environments
SAN JOSE, Calif., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMCI), an AI, Enterprise, Storage, 5G/Edge Total Solution provider, today expanded its Data Center Building Block Solutions (DCBBS) portfolio with new Arm®-based server platforms powered by the new Arm AGI CPU, and new Open Compute Project (OCP) ORv3-compliant rack offerings. Supermicro leads the industry with over 20 OCP Inspired™ systems, which incorporate various OCP technologies and form factors, to simplify open data center deployments.
"Supermicro continues to advance its DCBBS with an expanded portfolio of Arm-based platforms and OCP systems for next-gen AI and HPC," said Charles Liang, president and CEO of Supermicro. "With high-density, liquid-cooled systems and energy-efficient Arm architectures, we enable scalable, flexible data centers that maximize performance-per-watt and accelerate AI adoption across cloud and enterprise environments."
DCBBS delivers complete, modular AI infrastructure. Built from validated components and sub-systems, DCBBS provides end-to-end deployment flexibility – from individual GPUs and networking switches to complete racks, site infrastructure, management software, and professional services.
"The rapid growth of AI is reshaping infrastructure requirements across the data center," said Mohamed Awad, Executive Vice President, Cloud AI Business Unit, Arm. "Arm AGI CPU-based platforms, built on Arm Neoverse technology, provide the foundation for this new generation of compute, and our collaboration with Supermicro brings these capabilities to market in flexible, high-density systems optimized for modern AI and cloud environments."
"By integrating energy-efficient Arm Neoverse platforms into Supermicro's ORv3 portfolio, the OCP Community is extending the open supply chain for AI infrastructure. This collaboration delivers the modular, liquid-cooled building blocks required to scale high-performance, energy-efficient data centers across the entire ecosystem," said Steve Helvie, Chief Emerging Ecosystem Officer, OCP Foundation.
Supermicro's expanded OCP ORv3 portfolio includes new rack configurations and purpose-built servers designed for seamless integration and high-performance workloads. A new 2U GPU system, compatible with 21-inch OCP ORv3 racks, features dual Intel® Xeon® 6 6700 series processors with P-cores, a 1400A busbar inspired by OCP with power shelves, and DC-SCM support. The system integrates the NVIDIA HGX™ B300 8-GPU platform with 5th Generation NVLink®, delivering the compute density and bandwidth required for large-scale AI deployments. Learn more here.
Also available for ORv3 environments is Supermicro's FlexTwin™ system, which is a high-density, dual-node platform that integrates two independent servers in a 1-OU chassis. Designed for HPC and AI workloads, the system supports the latest Intel processors and future Intel and AMD CPUs. The FlexTwin leverages Supermicro's DLC-2 liquid cooling solution for CPUs, memory, and VRMs—removing up to 90%* of system generated heat. Learn more here.
In addition, Supermicro is making available two new Arm-based systems powered by the recently announced Arm AGI CPU in 2U and 5U form factors, delivering high core density, expanded memory capacity, and flexible I/O for energy-efficient, scalable agentic AI infrastructure.
Systems Overview:
- Compact 2U Server
- Arm AGI CPU with 64, 128, or 136 Arm Neoverse® V3 cores
- 24 DIMM slots, for up to 6TB of DDR5 memory
- 8 front hot-swap 2.5" NVMe drive bays
- Details here
- Expanded 5U server
- Arm AGI CPU with 64, 128, or 136 Arm Neoverse V3 cores
- 24 DIMM slots, for up to 6TB of DDR5 memory
- 8 front hot-swap 2.5" NVMe drive bays
- Additional PCIe lanes for increasing the number of GPUs, in an I/O rich configuration
- Details here
- Arm AGI CPU with 64, 128, or 136 Arm Neoverse V3 cores
- 24 DIMM slots, for up to 6TB of DDR5 memory
- 8 front hot-swap 2.5" NVMe drive bays
- Additional PCIe lanes for increasing the number of GPUs, in an I/O rich configuration
- Details here
Supermicro promotes staff volunteering at the Open Compute Project Foundation, where the company holds a seat on the OCP Advisory Board. Learn more about how Supermicro supports OCP activities and initiatives here.
*Based on Supermicro estimates
About Super Micro Computer, Inc.
Supermicro (NASDAQ: SMCI) is a global leader in Application-Optimized Total IT Solutions. Founded and operating in San Jose, California, Supermicro is committed to delivering first-to-market innovation for Enterprise, Cloud, AI, and 5G Telco/Edge IT Infrastructure. We are a Total IT Solutions provider with server, AI, storage, IoT, switch systems, software, and support services. Supermicro's motherboard, power, and chassis design expertise further enables our development and production, enabling next-generation innovation from cloud to edge for our global customers. Our products are designed and manufactured in-house (in the US, Asia, and the Netherlands), leveraging global operations for scale and efficiency and optimized to improve TCO and reduce environmental impact (Green Computing). The award-winning portfolio of Server Building Block Solutions® allows customers to optimize for their exact workload and application by selecting from a broad family of systems built from our flexible and reusable building blocks that support a comprehensive set of form factors, processors, memory, GPUs, storage, networking, power, and cooling solutions (air-conditioned, free air cooling or liquid cooling).
Supermicro, Server Building Block Solutions, and We Keep IT Green are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Super Micro Computer, Inc.
All other brands, names, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
** This press release is distributed by PR Newswire through automated distribution system, for which the client assumes full responsibility. **
Supermicro Expands Data Center Building Block Solutions® Flexibility with Arm-Based Platforms and OCP Systems for Next-Gen AI Infrastructure
