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In-vehicle Router Based on Mobile Access Technology
The DuraMAR 3230 from Parvus is an in-vehicle rugged router subsystem based around Cisco Systems’ 3230 mobile access router technology and Parvus’ Gigabit Ethernet switch hardware in an ultra-rugged chassis optimized for harsh military and civil vehicle/aircraft installations. Underscoring its application for IP-based situational awareness, the DuraMAR 3230 boasts the highest Ethernet switch port density of any known Cisco 3200 series-based COTS product. The unit’s sealed MIL-C-38999 connectors bring out a Cisco IOS-managed 10/100 WAN port, three IOS-managed 10/100 switch ports, and 13 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet switch ports, as well as two multiprotocol serial ports and an RS-232 management console port. The unit is also equipped with a data zeroization button for enhanced security and a conductively cooled chassis with near cable-less internal design for solid reliability under high mechanical stress. By integrating Cisco’s mobile router together with Parvus’ modular PC/104+ Gigabit Ethernet switch cards, the DuraMAR 3230 significantly expands LAN port count and bandwidth, while consolidating switch and router functions into a single hardened subsystem designed to MIL-STD-810F and MIL-STD-461E environmental conditions. This IPv6- compliant switch/router is designed for prime defense contractors and civil agencies to achieve mobile communications on the move and a wide range of new in-vehicle networking applications in even the harshest shock, vibration, thermal, ingress and EMI environments.
Mike Southworth:
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System Designed for Small-sized Embedded Applications
The Relio R9 from Sealevel Systems delivers RISC computing power in a compact, rugged package. Packed with a wealth of I/O features and using the latest embedded software environment, the system is based on the Atmel AT91SAM9263 processor boasting a 32-bit ARM instruction set for maximum performance. The Relio R9 is the perfect platform for embedded applications requiring small size, wide operating temperature range, and flexible I/O connectivity. Available with up to 256 MB RAM and 256 MB Flash memory, the unmatched I/O features of the Relio R9 extend the possible uses beyond traditional ARM applications. Standard I/O includes Ethernet, serial, USB, CAN Bus, digital and analog interface. For local or remote I/O expansion, the Relio R9 connects to Sealevel SeaI/O modules via the dedicated RS-485 expansion port and communicates via RS-485 Modbus RTU. The Relio R9 is housed in a rugged, small enclosure suitable for mounting almost anywhere and is rated for a full -40 to +85 degrees Celsius operating temperature range.
Rugged Technology Included in Ground Soldier Ensemble
Elbit Systems of America has been selected as part of an industry team led by Rockwell Collins for the system integration and prototype phase of the Ground Soldier Ensemble program for the Army. Elbit Systems of America and Rockwell Collins together formed “Team Spartan,” which was selected, as one of three teams, in a competition among several U.S. companies to develop the next-generation soldier-worn computer system. The system will provide situational awareness to soldiers during intense operations in a configuration that optimizes size, weight and power and can be customized for different missions. Elbit Systems of America will leverage its global soldier systems experience and lessons learned in rugged military computing technologies, including the battle-proven, soldier-worn Dominator computing system, to bring required computing capability to the program. Elbit Systems of America’s computing platforms support mission planning, situational awareness, target handling and device connectivity, as well as video and map displays.
Dalia Rosen:
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Notebook Features Shock Mounted Removable Hard Drive
The fully rugged Durabook R13S from GammaTech meets the military standard 810F specification for drop, shock and spill resistance and is rated IP54 for liquid and dust protection. The R13S comes fully incased in magnesium alloy and has protection doors for all the IO ports and connectors. The notebook comes with a sunlight-readable 13.3-inch WXGA convertible touch screen LCD that can also be used for tablet applications. The system’s standard security features include a shock-mounted removable hard drive, TPM module and fingerprint recognition.
Paul Kim:
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