Industrial embedded box computers are designed for a variety of tasks in harsh environments that a regular computer might not be able to handle. Here are some of the common problems they solve:

• Reliability in harsh environments: Industrial settings can be tough on electronics. Embedded box computers are built with sturdier components and can withstand wider temperature ranges, vibration, dust, and moisture than a typical PC.
• Fanless operation: Some embedded box computers don’t require fans for cooling, which means they generate less dust and are quieter than traditional computers. This makes them ideal for environments where dust or noise could be an issue, such as food processing plants or clean rooms.
• Small size: Embedded box computers are often much smaller than traditional desktop computers, which makes them easier to mount in space-constrained locations.
• Connectivity: Industrial environments often require a variety of connections to other machines and sensors. Embedded box computers typically come with a variety of ports, such as serial ports, USB ports, and Ethernet ports.
• Computing power: While not as powerful as high-end gaming PCs, embedded box computers offer enough processing power to run industrial control systems, data acquisition systems, and other industrial applications.

Here are some specific examples of how embedded box computers are used in industry:

• Machine control: They can be used to control robots, automated equipment, and other machines on a factory floor.
• Data acquisition: They can be used to collect data from sensors and other devices, such as temperature sensors, pressure sensors, and flow meters.
• Human-machine interface (HMI): They can be used to provide a graphical interface for operators to monitor and control industrial processes.
• SCADA systems: They can be used as part of a Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system to monitor and control a large industrial plant.
• Digital signage: They can be used to power digital signs that display information to workers or customers.