Applying Embedded Virtualization Technologies for the Next Generation Industrial Edge Applications

With the increasing availability of computing, storage, and network resources, there is a growing interest in efficiently utilizing these resources. Virtualization technology plays a crucial role in cloud computing as it provides flexibility and reliability in managing resources. In this paper, we conducted experiments with several virtualization technologies in the context of industrial edge computing. These technologies aim to reduce overall hardware costs. In addition to explaining the software architecture and describing various open-source solutions, we have also designed an architecture that incorporates embedded virtualization technology. This architecture simplifies and reconstructs the traditional industrial system architecture, enabling efficient utilization and maximizing the allocation of resources for edge-end devices. Finally, we implemented ACRN virtualization technologies in industrial edge-end devices and conducted experiments to validate their effectiveness.