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Kite-Strike II x86 Embedded Computer to be Unveiled at AUSA 2024

Systel is introducing the latest addition to its Kite-Strike II series at AUSA 2024 featuring the next-gen Intel x86 COM-HPC architecture for edge computing applications By Sarah Simpson / 11 Oct 2024
Kite-Strike II x86 Embedded Computer to be Unveiled at AUSA 2024
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Systel, a leader in ruggedized computing, will showcase 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.

Featuring a next-gen Intel x86 COM-HPC architecture that supports a range of compute at the edge applications, the Kite-Strike II x86 will be displayed at booth #1015 during AUSA in Washington, D.C.

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 the perfect solution for managing and controlling various equipment on platforms, including sensors, communications suites, and other mission-critical systems.

This builds on Systel’s dual-architecture approach to rugged computer development, giving customers the flexibility to choose what is most appropriate for their mission requirement.

The x86 version (model number EC7220) follows the significant success of the NVIDIA-based Kite-Strike II AI at the edge product (model number EC7210) that integrates the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin SOM, the world’s most powerful embedded AI computing engine. Kite-Strike II x86 is configured with an Intel x86 COM-HPC CPU module, which is optimized for use across a range of Department of Defense (DoD) programs.

Both Kite-Strike II versions share the same form factor and chassis, giving customers significant compute power in applications where size, weight and power (SWaP) is limited. This includes ground and air platforms in both crewed and uncrewed configurations.

Kite-Strike II is also highly modular, allowing customers to configure the computer with different cards and expand capabilities where required. The x86 version has a robust IO capability that includes 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet ports with TSN (as well as the option for 10GbE), multiple USB 3.0 and 2.0 connectors, multiple serial, and dual HDMI. Storage options include Internal M.2 or mSATA and removable U.2.

The new Kite Strike II meets a range of MIL-SPEC standards, including stringent US DoD environmental and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements. Systel is a world leader in military-grade computer ruggedization, and this experience has once again been brought to the fore for Kite Strike II.

Brian Russell, vice-president of product at Systel commented, “The Kite-Strike II x86 brings true compute power to the edge. It’s designed to meet the demands of programs that require high-performance computing without the requirement for running complex AI algorithms. With this architecture, we’re giving our customers the flexibility to control complex systems in a very small form factor and where low SWaP is critical.”

Kite-Strike II x86 Features:

  • Powered by Intel x86 COM-HPC architecture
  • Small form factor (SFF) suitable for SWaP-constrained applications
  • Ideal for managing complex systems without requiring AI capabilities
  • Dual Ethernet ports, USB 3.0 and 2.0, multiple serial and HDMI ports
  • Compliant with MIL-SPEC standards, including environmental and EMC requirements

The Kite-Strike II x86 is expected to be available for sale in Q2 2025. A pre-release engineering prototype will be on display at this year’s AUSA Annual being held from 14-16 October 2024 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C.

For more information on the Kite-Strike II x86 and Systel’s rugged computing solutions for military applications, visit booth #1015 at AUSA 2024.

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