Military-rugged general-purpose computer for harsh environments introduced by Sabtech
YORBA LINDA, Calif., 31 Oct. 2013. 2013 Sabtech in Yorba Linda, Calif., is introducing the rugged general-purpose Sabtech Data Display Computer (SDDC) for use in harsh environmental conditions.
The rugged computer has passed military and industrial test requirements for environmental conditions, design, and safety, including electromagnetic interference (EMI). The military computer is a direct replacement for the OJ-454(V)/UYK data display console and ORTSNET workstation used in the U.S. Navy Aegis Operational Readiness Test System (ORTS).
In this configuration, the SDDC runs ORTS Network Emulation Terminal (ORTSNET) software, providing status, maintenance direction, fault reporting, indication and display, and readiness assessment of the Aegis weapon system.
The SDDC can be configured with 4 to 16 gigabytes of memory and has a 19-inch display for optimal viewing. The SDDC has a backlit 102-key keyboard and a three-button HULA pointing device. The keyboard and pointing device are environmentally sealed and can be operated by workers with heavy gloves when required in tough environmental conditions.
The SDDC contains one Blu-ray read/write drive and two removable solid-state hard drives. Audio communications are supported with microphone and headphone jacks, and an integrated speaker provides an audible alarm. Dual copper Gigabit Ethernet and dual fiber Ethernet ports provide LAN connectivity through locking sealed connectors.
For added flexibility, the SDDC can be configured with an upgraded processor, expansion cards, mass storage devices, a rear-mounted USB 2.0 port and connectors. Other I/O options are available such as MIL-STD-1397C NTDS, ATDS TADIL A, MIL-STD-1553, IRIG-B, and others. The rear panel has several connector plates that can be customized for specific connectors.
The SDDC can run standard, Sabtech, or customer proprietary software, depending on the application. Sabtech has a staff of software engineers that can develop or assist in the development of custom software.
In addition to meeting MIL-STD 810 and 901D, the SDDC is designed to meet UL, CE, and CSA listed safety standards and can operate in temperatures from -40 to 85 degrees Celsius.
For more information contact Sabtech online at www.sabtech.com.
John Keller | Editor
John Keller is editor-in-chief of Military & Aerospace Electronics magazine, which provides extensive coverage and analysis of enabling electronic and optoelectronic technologies in military, space, and commercial aviation applications. A member of the Military & Aerospace Electronics staff since the magazine's founding in 1989, Mr. Keller took over as chief editor in 1995.
