Eason Technology recently introduced a family of Linux-based intelligent host-machine interfaces (HMIs) that are used in industrial automation applications requiring operator input and prompting, process monitoring, and connection to other control and process equipment. In its promotional materials, Eason boasts that its “new 5000 Family of Intelligent Operator Interfaces brings the power and flexibility of Linux to Industrial Automation.”

This LinuxDevices.com device profile explores the functions of the new Eason HMIs, their internal hardware and software, and why Linux was selected as their embedded operating system . . .

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