Compute Modules is a subcategory of hardware components that provide processing power for robotic systems. It encompasses onboard computers, single-board computers (SBCs), AI accelerators, embedded processors, GPU/NPU compute modules, and other units responsible for processing sensor data and executing control logic. These modules form the foundation of modern autonomous, humanoid, and perception-capable robots.

A Single Board Computer (SBC) is a complete computer integrated onto a single board, incorporating a processor, memory, communication interfaces, and I/O. In robotics, SBCs serve as local controllers, software hosts, integration modules, perception processing units, or communication management nodes. They are widely used in embedded systems, prototypes, mobile robots, and educational platforms.