Category: Defence

Space Telescope being designed

Space Telescope Vibration Measurements & Modal Analysis

This case study on “Space Telescope Vibration Measurements & Modal Analysis” was written by Helmut Behmüller, Account Manager of our partners, DEWESoft.  To view the original article click, here. Firstly, we believe it is important to share this type of content.  …

Crystal Group Engineering discussing configuration management

Configuration Management at the Crystal Group

This innovation article on “Configuration Management” was written by our US partners, The Crystal Group.  To read the original article click, here. Firstly, we believe it is important to share this type of content.  As it highlights the forward-thinking process that …

Next Gen Telemetry Systems

Next Gen Telemetry Systems

Advanced Telemetrics International (ATi) have released their next gen of Telemetry Systems.  Firstly, these systems will offer up to 4 channels per transmitter.  Therefore, increasing the rotary channel density. Secondly, they have increased the analog bandwidth with a dynamic adjustment for …

OpenVPX Standard Group of Embedded Computing Products

Why is OpenVPX Standard popular with Defence?

To answer the question on why the OpenVPX Standard is popular with Defence – we need to look at the basics. Firstly, reliable, high speed embedded computing systems for Defence applications is critical.  Computing power requirements are increasing as quickly as …

ARINC 429

ARINC 429 what is it and where is it used?

ARINC 429 is the standard used by Commercial Aircraft for the transfer of data on their avionics bus systems.  Originally, this protocol was referred to as ARINC 419 in the early 80’s.  However, it was revised and refined to ARINC 429 …

Upgrade your VME Application

Upgrade your VME Application

Does your VME Application need an upgrade?  Look no further.  Simply add Acromag’s XMCAP2000 AcroPack® carrier to the equation and you have your answer. Firstly, with two AcroPack mezzanine slots allow you to mix a variety of I/O and FPGA functions …

FUTEK celebrates 10 years on Mars

FUTEK celebrates 10 Years on Mars

FUTEK celebrates 10 Years on Mars!  FUTEK is part of a historic milestone with the NASA JPL Curiosity Team.  It is the 10 year anniversary of the rover’s successful landing on Mars. Initially, Curiosity was to be sent to the Red …

NASA X-59 QueSST program

DisplayPort Switcher/Converter for NASA

EON Instrumentation have delivered their first DisplayPort Switcher/Converter to NASA for the new X-59 QueSST program. The ADV-DP-25 is a high speed, dual redundant video converter. Firstly, it contains two DisplayPort 2160p60 inputs.  These inputs are actively switched to one DisplayPort …

Front Cover of Dewesoft Test Engineers Catalogue

Dewesoft Test Engineers Catalogue

We think the Dewesoft Test Engineers Catalogue might become a Desktop Icon for many Test Engineers. A Company built by Test Engineers Dewesoft is a company built by test engineers.  Before Dewesoft, these engineers faced measuring challenges (just like you) every …

Rugged Network Switches top 7 benefits being rugged enough to survive in real world conditions

Top 7 Benefits of Rugged Network Switches

One of Crystal Group’s recent innovation posts was about the Top 7 Benefits of Rugged Network Switches.  It was titled “Top Seven Benefits of Ruggedized Commscope/Ruckus ICX Network Switches”.  You can read the original here. Firstly, Crystal indicated computing for military …