2024 Technology Insights: Embedded Computing

Defense Advancement has covered the latest innovations in military embedded computing over the course of 2024, ranging from AI supercomputers to UHD video capture cards By Joseph Macey / 30 Dec 2024

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Over the course of 2024, Defense Advancement highlighted the transformative innovations reshaping rugged embedded computing systems.

The importance of embedded computing in defense applications cannot be overstated. Military operations demand reliability, real-time performance, and the ability to function in harsh environments. Embedded systems meet these requirements, offering ruggedized hardware and software solutions that ensure mission-critical capabilities even under extreme conditions.

In 2024, several key developments are shaping the landscape of embedded computing in defense. Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration has become a defining trend, enabling predictive analytics, autonomous decision-making, and advanced target recognition in embedded systems.

Below are five standout articles from 2024 that showcase the latest advancements in embedded computing.


1. Kite-Strike II x86 Embedded Computer Unveiled at AUSA 2024

Systel showcased its new Kite-Strike II x86 embedded computer, designed for high-performance computing in mission-critical environments at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) 2024 Annual Meeting.

The proven x86 architecture is widely used and designed for high-performance computing tasks running on operating systems including Windows and Linux. The new small form factor (SFF) computer is seen as the perfect solution for managing and controlling various equipment on platforms, including sensors, communications suites, and other mission-critical systems.

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2. New Rugged Embedded AI Supercomputer for Military Applications

Aitech launched a new rugged embedded AI supercomputer based on the most powerful NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin System-on-Module (SoM) currently available for high-performance military systems.

The A230 Vortex has been designed with a low SWaP (size, weight and power) footprint and is ideal for AI, deep learning, and video and signal processing in distributed systems that need to reliably operate in remote, harsh conditions.

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3. WOLF Q&A: Rugged Video & AI Modules for Defense & Aerospace

Rugged HPEC (high performance embedded computing) specialists WOLF Advanced Technology provide advanced AI, and video I/O boards, modules and systems for aerospace and defense. They provided an overview of the company’s SOSA-aligned products and their position within the defense sector.

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4. New Extreme-Rugged IP69K Embedded & GPU Computers for Military Vehicles

Neousys Technology expands its SEMIL family of ruggedized computing systems with the introduction of the IP69K-rated SEMIL-2000 series.

In addition to supporting Intel 14th/ 13th/ 12th-Gen LGA1700 processors, the SEMIL-2000 series also includes a variant that supports the NVIDIA L4 GPU.

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5. EIZO Unveils UHD XMC Card for Military ISR Applications

EIZO Rugged Solutions Inc., introduced the Condor VC300xX, an XMC form factor ultra high-definition (UHD) video capture card for military C5ISR (command, control, communications, computers, combat systems, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance) applications.

The Condor VC300xX card can accommodate up to eight SDI video inputs, supporting a mix of 12G, 3G, and HD-SDI resolutions. It includes two CVBS capture channels with independent audio support. 

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