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Multi-core board ready for second-gen integrated modular avionics
It has been announced by Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) that it has integrated its secure-by-design XPedite7674 board with the LynxSecure Safety Bundle (LSB) from Lynx Software Technologies. The integration delivers an ideal platform for second-gen IMA development.
X-ES recognised for support of Missiles & Space programme
In recognition of support for the United States Army’s Missiles and Space programme, X-ES was recently visited and congratulated by Brigadier General L. Neil Thurgood. General Thurgood and his staff travelled to Middleton, Wisconsin to personally thank X-ES and present eight individual certificates of appreciation. These certificates recognised the employees directly involved with the delivery and outstanding support of the rugged Inte...
OpenVPX REDI modules offer a range of I/O options
Based on Freescale's QorIQ T2080 and T1042 processors, Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) will unveil the XPedite5970 and XPedite6101 modules at the 2014 Freescale Technology Forum. The XPedite5970 is a 3U, OpenVPX REDI module based on the T2080 processor, whilst the XPedite6101 is a conduction-cooled, XMC or PrPMC module based on the T2081, T1042, or T1022 processor.
XMC and 3U VPX modules for RF signal acquisition
Utilising the Xilinx Virtex-7 FPGAs, Extreme Engineering Solutions' XPedite2470 3U VPX and XPedite2400 XMC modules combine high throughput, configurable I/O, DSP-level processing, and exceptional thermal efficiency. The industry-standard XMC and 3U VPX form factors, along with the combination of high-end signal processing and DAC or ADC, make the COTS modules suitable for demanding RF signal acquisition, SDR, and DSP requirements.
SDR development system with VITA 67 RF connections
Extreme Engineering Solutions has introduced a new fully integrated OpenVPX-based (VITA 65) SDR development system. Featuring VITA 67 RF connections, the XPand1202 integrates one XPedite7470 3U OpenVPX Intel Core i7-based SBC, up to four DRS SI-9138 3U VPX VITA 67.1 dual-channel RF receivers, and one DRS SI-7138 3U VPX VITA 67.2 RF frequency reference module.
The industry’s first CAN bus XMC
Extreme Engineering Solutions has introduced a new conduction- or air-cooled XMC or PMC featuring 12 high-speed ISO 11898-2 CAN bus channels. The industry’s first CAN bus XMC, the XPort9200 triples the number of CAN bus channels previously available from any COTS conduction- or air-cooled PMC module. Accessible via the PMC P14, XMC P16, or front panel connector, all 12 isolated CAN bus 2.0A and 2.0B-compliant channels support speeds up to 1...
Power supply opens door to reduce total SWaP of VPX systems
A high performance 3U VPX-REDI (VITA 62) power supply has today been announced by X-ES. The new XPm2220 provides a number of distinctive capabilities, including industry-leading output power and efficiency, which could open the door to reducing the total SWaP, cost, and complexity of VPX-based systems.
SSF networking solutions unveiled by X-ES
X-ES have announced a complete lineup of VICTORY-compliant network switching and routing solutions. Included are the XPand6206, XPand6207, and XPand6208 fully integrated, ready-to-deploy, systems. These SFF networking solutions function as secure, standalone, and fully managed switches and routers.
X-ES Rugged SBC Certified for Secure Military Applications by JITC
X-ES rugged 3U CompactPCI Single Board Computer is a supported platform for Cisco Unified Communications Manager Version 8.6, which has been placed on the Unified Capabilities Approved Product List as a Local Session Controller for operation on the U.S. Department of Defense communications networks.
3U CompactPCI Module added to X-ES Line of Intel Core i7 Processor-Based Products
X-ES has launched the XPedite7431, a conduction- or air-cooled 3U CompactPCI Single Board Computer supporting 2nd and 3rd generation Intel Core i7 processors. With a dual- or quad-core processor and 8 GB of memory, the XPedite7431 is an ideal platform for air-cooled industrial and communications applications, as well as deployed conduction-cooled military applications.
X-ES Supports 3rd Generation Intel Core i7 Processor Across Product Line
Extreme Engineering Solutions, Inc. is supporting the 3rd generation Intel Core i7 processor across eight industry-standard form factors – COM Express, 3U VPX, 6U VPX, 3U CompactPCI, 6U CompactPCI, VME, air-cooled PrPMC/XMC, and conduction-cooled PrPMC/XMC. The XPedite7470 3U VPX Single Board Computer (SBC) and XCalibur4401 6U CompactPCI SBC are the first products available from X-ES to support the 3rd generation Intel Core i7 processor.
X-ES Introduces Freescale QorIQ P2041-based PMC/XMC Module
Extreme Engineering Solutions is shipping the XPedite5600, an air-cooled PrPMC/XMC module based on Freescale Semiconductor’s quad-core QorIQ P2041 processor. The XPedite5600 is an optimal solution for industrial and communications applications that require a high-performance PowerPC processor on an industry standard mezzanine module.
X-ES Shipping Dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet XMC
Extreme Engineering Solutions is shipping the XPort3301, a dual 10GBASE-T 10 Gigabit Ethernet XMC module. The XPort3301 is well suited to applications requiring cost-effective, high-bandwidth communications such as remote sensor interfacing, traffic aggregation, storage, and data center networks.
X-ES Introduces Rugged COM Express Module for Small Form Factor Systems
Extreme Engineering Solutions, Inc. has introduced the company’s first ruggedized COM Express® module, the XPedite5550, which complies with the PICMG COM Express Compact form factor (95mm x 95mm) and supports an enhanced Type-5 pinout. The XPedite5550 can be hosted on a standard COM Express carrier card, hosted on a custom carrier card built to include any additional requirements from the end user, or integrated into the X-ES XPand6000 Series ...
X-ES Introduces Single PrPMC/XMC Supporting Three Freescale QorIQ Processor Families
Extreme Engineering Solutions, Inc. announces the availability of the XPedite5400, an air-cooled PrPMC/XMC module that supports the FreescaleTM QorIQ P3, P4, and P5 processor families. The XPedite5400 joins the existing XPedite550x line of PrPMC/XMC modules, which support the Freescale QorIQ P1 and P2 processor families.
X-ES Introduces ½ ATR System with Increased Cooling Capability for Demanding Military Applications
X-ES is shipping the XPand4201, a sub-½ ATR, forced air-cooled enclosure for conduction-cooled modules. The XPand4201 is designed to reduce the Size, Weight, and Power (SWaP) of deployed military systems. A fully populated XPand4201 weighs less than 19 pounds and is ideal for C4ISR applications in vehicles such as UAVs, helicopters, planes, tanks and light armored vehicles, HMMWVs, and UGVs.
X-ES Introduces 6U CompactPCI SBC Featuring 2nd Generation Intel Core i7 Processor
Extreme Engineering Solutions, Inc. introduces the XCalibur4401, a 6U CompactPCI Single Board Computer (SBC) based on the 2nd generation Intel Core i7 processor (formerly codenamed “Sandy Bridge”). Available in either conduction- or air-cooled versions, the XCalibur4401 utilizes the processor's dual- or quad-core technology operating at up to 2.5 GHz, making it an excellent COTS solution for military, communications, and industrial applicatio...