News and commentary for the Air Force Technology community.
New Compact 5V MIL-STD-1553 Transformer
Beta Transformer Technology Corporation, the leader in military and high-reliability aerospace magnetics, is introducing the MLP-2205 - a compact 0.4in x 0.4in footprint, 0.185in maximum height single channel transformer. A pair of MLP-2205 transformers can be used for dual channel applications, yielding an overall footprint that is smaller than industry-available dual transformers.
The MLP-2205 is available in ratios compatible with 3.3V, 5V, 12V, and 15V transceivers. The 0.185in height makes it particularly attractive for today's smaller MIL-STD-1553 board topologies and has ratios to meet both transformer coupled and direct coupled applications.
The MLP-2205 uses a robust header-style design which meets all the requirements of the MIL-PRF-21038 specification. It operates over the full Mil-temp range of -55°C to +130°C. This series is also available using tape and reel packaging.
Rave Computer Introduces Rugged 1U Aluminum Short Depth Server, Designed for US Navy
Rave Computer introduces the Rugged 1U Aluminum Short Depth Server, developed for the US Navy for deployment on a surface ship. The custom designed 1U was introduced at AFCEA West 2008 in San Diego, California.
Light weight and under fifteen pounds, the server contains up to four processing cores in a small 1U short depth package, supporting a high ambient temperature. It uses a Supermicro® motherboard and Intel® processors.
"What makes Rave unique in developing this system is our ability to take the customer's strict requirements and customize the server to fit those design specifications," said Dave Burnett, Director of Engineering. "It features front accessible I/O and the chassis was developed using aluminum to ensure low magnetic properties, which is an absolute necessity for our customer."
For a complete list of product specifications, download Rave's 1U Aluminum Short Depth Server data sheet. Product features include:
Ruggedized 1U short depth, designed to meet MIL SPEC standards
Light weight aluminum chassis
Front accessible I/O
Supports up to two Intel® 64-bit Xeon® processor(s)
Supports one front accessible compact flash adaptor
Rave's Rugged 1U Aluminum Short Depth Server will be featured at the Military & Electronics Forum 2008 in San Diego, California from March 11-12.
Comprehensive Sales and Support System
All Rave Computer products are supported by Rave's comprehensive sales and support systems. Rave's sales and service team sells, services and supports the products to the military, prime contractors, OEMs and ISVs. This is available through warranty, product literature, troubleshooting, and lifetime technical support. Additionally, Rave can customize systems in short order quantities.
Rave Computer Association, a privately held company based in Sterling Heights, Michigan, provides custom-off-shelf (COTS) computer solutions in a variety of platforms, including ruggedized AMD-, Intel®-, and SPARC®- based computer systems that utilizes Microsoft®, Sun®, and Red Hat software suites. Rave Computer also provides storage, backup, mobile and custom solutions that meet customers' diverse requirements. Rave's unique services enable customers to enjoy tailored levels of customization and support that match their needs.
New Low Profile 3.3V MIL-STD-1553 Transformer
Beta Transformer Technology Corporation, the leader in military and high reliability aerospace magnetics, is introducing a low profile transformer.
The LVB-4203 is a MIL-STD-1553 data bus transformer for use with 3.3V transceivers. It is built and tested to MIL-PRF-21038 with M-Level and T-Level screening options. Operating range is -55°C to +130°C. It has a low profile 0.130In height with a 0.625In x 0.625In footprint.
The LVB-4203 Series offers robust SMT and Through-hole configurations. These transformers meet the demanding requirements of both mission critical military and high reliability commercial applications.
Robonic Delivers Third Generation Launcher to Finnish Defence Forces
Robonic Ltd of Tampere, Finland, has delivered an MC2555LLR launcher to the Finnish defence forces. The system will be dual role, supporting the launch of aerial targets for the Finnish Air Force as well as launching the Army's Ranger TUAV-system. Robonic has previously provided all target and Ranger launchers for the Finnish forces.
"The delivery of this launcher represents the first time a Robonic system has been optimised for dual role operations to meet differing user needs," said Juha Moisio, Managing Director of Robonic.
"This development and its induction by the Finnish defence forces is anticipated to have a major impact on the evolving directions taken by the unmanned systems launcher market," Moisio continued. "The decision to acquire such a system and lessons from its operation are likely to influence procurement priorities amongst a wide tier of defence forces seeking to field a number of different unmanned systems types but with budget restrictions remaining a major factor in acquisition decisions."
"One of the most significant features in our launcher is its large speed and mass envelope, with this readily adaptable in field conditions to enable swapping between various unmanned system types," said Moisio.
"The system has also been designed for rapid deployment and rapid reload. One of the design criteria was that the launcher would fit into a 20 foot sea container and that it is air transportable," continued Juha Moisio.
Robonic is offering the same design concept and similar systems to other UAV and target systems manufacturers and suppliers. The company has previously provided launchers to Sagem DS for the Canadian armed forces, EADS and Meggitt DS for target purposes, and is presently negotiating deliveries of several launchers to other international customers.
The Robonic MC2555LLR is also the chosen launcher for the UK CATS target programme, with this track record demonstrating the ability of the launcher family to accommodate multiple customer requirements with widely different but equally stringent operational requirements.
Robonic is also working in close cooperation with Selex Galileo Avionica to develop a catapult launch capability for the Falco programme. Cooperation efforts are also underway with EADS 3Sigma of Greece focussing on the requirements of its target drone family.
C4i Awarded New Contracts Valued at Over $1m
The board of LongReach Group Limited today announced that C4i Pty Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of the LongReach Group, has been awarded contracts with Ramco Dubai for the supply of an emergency response and control system for Abu Dhabi International Airport. This order coincides with AU$300k of new radio interface unit and service orders in the month of January, bringing total new orders over AU$1m for the month.
C4i secured a deal for the design and delivery of its Generation III Alarmon product for the Abu Dhabi International Airport. The airport is undergoing a major expansion to make it a major hub in the Middle East region. This is the second Alarmon product in the Middle East and the first Generation III Alarmon system.
The system will provide the emergency services at this major airport with integrated communications and alarm monitoring and control for the airport and its associated vehicles and buildings.
"C4i sees this contract as a major reference point not only for the Middle East but also in the public safety and emergency control and response markets. C4i is confident its Generation III product is well suited to these mission critical applications." said Peter Harrison, General Manager of C4i Pty Ltd.
C4i has also successfully secured a number of service contracts in Australia and Radio Interface Unit (RIU) sales to US based customers. The RIU represents a distinct Generation III product line that was developed specifically for accessing remote radio equipment through an IP network.
This news comes as C4i successfully completes the installation and commissioning of its Generation III system for the Royal Australian Air Force Regional Operations Command Centre. This major installation provides communications for aircraft over Australia. this is the ninth red/black system delivered, with previous customers in NATO and USAF.
Twisted Pair and C4i Team to Set New Benchmark in Mobile Unified Communications
Twisted Pair Solutions, a pioneer in Unified Interoperable Communications (UIC) software built to open standards, today announced that its WAVE™ technology is now available as an integral capability with the innovative Radio Interface Unit (RIU) solution from C4i Communications Systems.
The combination of C4i's powerful, yet compact radio gateway and WAVE communications proven software technology results in a uniquely capable solution that is ideally suited to defense and public safety deployments where size, weight and energy considerations are important, such as in mobile communications vehicles and emergency fly-away kits. Together the companies will help organizations across the globe better prepare for rapid, light weight mobile response.
"We developed the RIU as a highly compact and flexible solution to tactical radio integration with an IP network," explains Brad Kay, President of C4i, Inc. "Adding WAVE media and management services to the RIU is a major differentiating capability, as it allows the RIU to become a rich interoperability solution without the customer having to deploy additional hardware."
WAVE outperforms hardware-based UIC products by allowing a multitude of traditionally disparate communications systems such as radios, analog and new IP phone systems, PCs, PDAs and proprietary devices to all interoperate seamlessly without the burden of additional, typically proprietary and costly hardware. The RIU is a small, rugged radio gateway designed for harsh environments that enables connection of up to four radios to an IP network. By embedding WAVE and its open standard protocol support, the RIU delivers a versatile and powerful method for quickly connecting multiple communications systems together in a single management framework.
Selected by government agencies, public safety organizations and large commercial organizations worldwide, WAVE leverages standard IP networks as the unifying medium for seamlessly connecting disparate and even incompatible communications systems, regardless of device, network or application. WAVE's unique software-based approach to interoperability provides development partners such as C4i with the ability to easily integrate WAVE into their solutions and allows customer organizations to leverage existing hardware resources, significantly boosting deployment ROI.
"C4i is a global leader in developing communications solutions for military and government customers and their RIU is a perfect fit for WAVE," said Tom Guthrie, President and CEO at Twisted Pair Solutions. "We're delighted to partner with the company to help government and public safety organizations better reap the benefits of our proven approach in mobile deployments."
C4I Releases Significant Enhancements to Radio Interface Unit
C4i, a world leader in mission critical intelligent Command and Control, Communication solutions for Defense, Public safety and Homeland Security markets is pleased to announce significant enhancements to the full featured Radio Interface Unit (RIU).
The Radio Interface Unit a small, ruggedized device which enables connection of up to four radios to an IP network, was initially released in November 2007. Serial data, audio, COR and PTT for each interface are transported using VOIP technology, making the RIU an ideal appliance for applications requiring a number of radios (or other audio devices) to be linked across a LAN or Wide Area Network.
The latest software release provides a number of new features including:
Optional mixing of multicast audio streams at the RIU to conference multiple end-points
Variable delay of audio after the PTT signal
Enhanced DSCP support for Quality of Service across the network
All RIU features are configurable through a user friendly web browser.
C4i is continually adding new features and capabilities to the RIU based upon customer feedback and identified market requirements. Previously delivered units can be easily upgraded and all new product will ship the new features.
Also available from this month is a new member of the RIU product family, the RIU_ETX. Utilizing the same form factor as the standard RIU, the new model also incorporates a Media Server and provides a complete Voice Communications/Radio Dispatch solution in a single tactical package.
Visit C4i's booth (1281) at the International Wireless Communications Expo to learn more about our products and see the RIU in action.
In addition, a 12 channel, rackmount unit can also be provided for users with larger numbers of radios.
The RIU is available for sale to end users and re-sellers as a stand alone network appliance, or as part of a complete voice communications solution. C4i also provides system design and consulting services, systems integration, installation and follow-on support. Radio remote control and voice access software, switching hardware, racking and interface cables can also be provided.
AST Joins MKU Group
MKU, a versatile and rapidly growing defence solutions provider, has sealed a partnership with AST Security Equipment, Germany, a front-runner in ballistic protection solutions. This venture by MKU aims to conquer tomorrow's challenges with defence solutions that will redefine industry benchmarks.
In a short span of two decades, MKU has emerged as a leading defence solutions provider from India with consistent supplies to the Indian Army, police and other special forces. It has also carved a niche for itself in the international arena by establishing direct customer bases in over 50 countries across the globe.
BALLISTIC PROTECTION PRODUCTS
Ever since its inception in 1985 MKU has strived to excel, and it is now one of the world's premier manufacturers of ballistic protection products. Its sprawling state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, highly advanced research and development division, and quality control department ensure that MKU's products meet the highest standards of quality, every time.
MKU has found great synergies with AST, a leader in providing ballistic protection solutions. It is primarily engaged in delivering comprehensive ballistic protection solutions for rotary / fixed-wing aircraft, marine vessels, special objects and land vehicles.
AST possesses great expertise in engineering activities like conception, development, manufacturing and certification of systems and sub-systems of ballistic protection solutions. Also, mechanical integration of solutions into the structures of marine vessels, aircraft, special objects and land vehicles is one of its core areas of specialisation.
Together the companies will strive to prosper and pave the road to a blossoming future.
L-3 Link Simulation & Training - Flight Simulators, Training Services, Aircraft Contractor Logistics Support
L-3 Link Simulation & Training, a division of L-3 Communications, has provided innovative simulation and training solutions to militaries worldwide for over 80 years. Depending on a customer's training requirement, Link can provide turnkey aircrew training services, networked simulation devices, advanced visual systems, a full range of training services and aircraft contractor logistics support.
AIRCREW TRAINING SYSTEMS
Link provides a full range of aircrew training capabilities. Beginning with a comprehensive instructional systems design approach to aircrew training system requirements, Link develops effective classroom, computer-based training and flight training devices curricula.
Link provides instructors, develops courseware, performs logistics services, maintains all training equipment, oversees training system management and conducts training system modifications. Aircrew training system programs supported today include: E-3 AWACS Flight Crew Training, Joint Cargo Aircraft Aircrew Training System, E-6B Aircrew Training System and E-8C JSTARS Aircrew Training System.
F-22 PILOT TRAINING DEVICES
Link has built and delivered F-22 pilot training devices, including full mission trainers, weapons tactics trainers and egress procedures trainers. Collectively, these pilot trainers are playing a key role in the F-22 training system's mission to transition talented aviators into this single-seat, fifth generation fighter
aircraft. The F-22 full mission T trainer consists of a fully populated cockpit on a fixed base.
The simulator is integrated with a high-resolution image generation system that is coupled with Link's advanced SimuSphere(R) visual system display. Other pilot devices include weapons tactics trainers and egress procedures trainers.
B-2A TRAINING SYSTEM
Link is responsible for the design, support and upgrade of the B-2A training system. Link performs this work in support of three weapon system trainers, one mission trainer, a suite of maintenance trainers and a system support center. The B-2 Aircrew Training System, which is continuously updated to remain concurrent with the B-2 fleet, presently is undergoing a visual simulation and display technology upgrade on its weapon system trainers.
F/A-18 TACTICAL OPERATIONAL FLIGHT TRAINERS
Link has been a major supplier of advanced F/A-18 flight simulators to both US and international military services, accounting for over 90% of the high fidelity pilot trainers fielded worldwide. F/A-18 tactical operational flight trainers, integrated with Link's scalable SimuSphere visual display and SimuView™ personal computer based image generation system, deliver tactically relevant single-ship, multi-ship and combat mission rehearsal training.
F-16 SIMULATORS
In addition to supporting the US Air Force and Air National Guard on a number of F-16 simulation programs since the 1980s, Link also has delivered F-16 training equipment to 10 foreign military services. F-16 simulators, which can be networked to support unit training, are integrated with SimuSphere visual displays and PC-based SimuView image generation systems. Link's F-16 simulators support night vision goggle simulation, coupling the image generator, sensor simulation, head tracking, goggle displays and correlated databases into a single integrated system.
AVIATION COMBINED ARMS TACTICAL TRAINER
The US Army's Aviation Combined Arms Tactical Trainer (AVCATT) has several suites currently fielded. AVCATT suites - which are mobile and can be networked - are providing US Army, Army National Guard and Army Reserve helicopter aircrews with simulator mission training for individual, crew, collective and combined arms training.
AVCATT suites are housed in two 53-foot trailers and include a Battle Master Control room, After Action Review theater and six reconfigurable manned modules that support a full spectrum of training associated with the service's attack, reconnaissance and utility helicopters. Internationally, Link is offering HELCATT - which can be configured to support any helicopter in the global fleet - that provides the same capabilities as AVCATT in either a mobile or fixed base installation design.
PREDATOR MISSION AIRCREW TRAINING SYSTEM
Link's delivery of Predator Mission Aircrew Training System (PMATS) ground control station simulation units to the US Air Force represents the first time any US military service has used high fidelity simulation to train unmanned aircrews. Link's PMATS solution has integrated simulation software with actual ground control station hardware that enables Predator crews to undergo fully immersive, mission-based simulated training.
DDC Announces New Software Development Kits for use with Multi-I/O Avionics PMC
Data Device Corporation introduces newly enhanced Software Development Kits (SDK) for MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC 429 data bus applications. The SDKs allow users to develop 'C' source code to simulate, monitor, or troubleshoot 1553 and/or 429 data buses simultaneously or independently with support for the latest operating system versions including VxWorks® 6, Linux® 2.6, and Windows® 2000/XP.
These SDKs enable users to quickly integrate DDC's multi-protocol avionics PMC (BU-65590F/M) into their 'C' code applications. A common SDK exists across all operating systems allowing the programmer portability across multiple platforms. The easy-to-use high-level functions abstract all low-level hardware accesses and memory allocation such that specific hardware knowledge is not required.
The BU-65590F/M is a multi-protocol PMC card that provides up to four dual redundant MIL-STD-1553 channels, sixteen ARINC 429 receive channels, six ARINC 429 transmit channels, six user programmable Digital Discrete I/Os, two RS-232 Serial I/O channels, two RS-422/485 Serial I/O channels, and an IRIG-B time synchronization input.
Each 1553 channel supports new standard features such as 1 MB RAM with parity per channel, 48-bit/1ìs or 100ns time tag, and built-in self-test. An intelligent hardware offload engine provides extremely low PCI bus and host CPU utilization while storing 1553 Monitor data in a convenient IRIG-106 Chapter 10 format. The industry standard IRIG-106 Chapter 10 format is commonly used for digital flight data recorders. The card can be ordered with either rear or front panel I/O and is available for convection or conduction cooled applications.
"The combination of multiple protocols on one board saves valuable PMC slots for applications that use a combination of 1553, 429, and serial data buses," said Mike Hegarty, DDC's MIL-STD-1553 Marketing Manager.
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