Category: Defence

Rackmount Rugged Server RS2606

Server for Rugged Compute Intense Applications

Crystal Group has released model RS2606, a server for rugged compute intense applications.  It contains a single or dual processor.  Plus an 8 drive removable carrier for ISR applications. Crystal Group FORCE™ servers provide a whole new level of bandwidth, scalability, …

Rugged Firewall

How is a Rugged Computer Chassis Made?

This blog about How a Rugged Computer Chassis is made is from our friends at the Crystal Group. Start with a Solid Foundation When the U.S. Navy launches a missile during a tropical cyclone, its lethal precision must not be compromised …

Rugged Twin Server

Rugged Twin Server

The Crystal Group have released a Rugged Twin Server.  It is a 1.5U, 21″ Rackmount server that has a dual node and I/O is accessed from the front of it.  It also contains GPU and networking capabilities using the latest Intel …

Podcast on Autonomous Trucks

Podcast: Autonomous Trucks

The Crystal Group’s latest “Rugged Advantage Podcast” or RAP Number 7 on Autonomous Trucks has just dropped.  In these Podcasts, the Crystal Group delves into relevant and current rugged electronic engineering topics in today’s changing world.    If you enjoy these …

Rugged 4U Server with GPU

Rugged 4U Server with GPU Processing

A new Rugged 4U Server with GPU Processing power has been released by the Crystal Group.  Model is RS4105L22. Processing performance is improving.  Crystal Group has minimised the SWaP envelope of the RS4105L22.  This Rugged Server has high-end computing performance in …

Ethernet Network Interface Cards

Ethernet Network Interface Cards

 Acromag’s  XMC610 series are a range of Ethernet Network Interface Cards.  Firstly, they provide up to four independent gigabit Ethernet interface ports.   Secondly, different models feature RJ45, SFP, or rear connectors with conduction cooling support.  In addition, Intel’s I350 quad gigabit Ethernet controller delivers …

Miniature S Beam Load Cell

Miniature S Beam Load Cell

The Miniature S Beam Load Cell LSB205 is made by FUTEK.  It is a tension and compression load cell.  Ideal for applications where  higher fatigue life and temperature compensation are issues. The miniature load cell has a heat treated stainless steel …

Podcast 6 on Cybersecure Transit Systems

Podcast: Cybersecure Transit Systems

The Crystal Group’s latest “Rugged Advantage Podcast” or RAP Number 6 on Cybersecure Transit Systems has just dropped.  In these Podcasts, the Crystal Group delves into relevant and current rugged electronic engineering topics in today’s changing world.    If you enjoy …

Defence & AeroSpace Brochure Front Cover

Defence & Aerospace Sensor Solutions

A new Defence & Aerospace Sensor Solutions brochure has been released by our friends FUTEK Advanced Sensor Technology, Inc. Firstly, did you know that FUTEK developed new sensor technologies that were launched into space – applications such as the International Space …

Rugged Firewall

A rugged firewall the DoD can trust

This blog on “A rugged firewall the DOD can trust” was written by Todd Prouty, Business Development Manager at the Crystal Group.  Information and certification currently relates to the US Department of Defense.  With its expectations for its suppliers to provide …