Curtiss-Wright Controls’ New Multi-Channel Synchronized Data Recorder System Captures/Records 10 GbE Rates
New Vortex MCSR synchs multiple I/O channels with extremely accurate time stamping allowing for optimal play-back
ASHBURN, VA – September 28, 2012 – Curtiss-Wright Controls Defense Solutions, a business group of Curtiss-Wright Controls, has announced a new multi channel synchronized recorder for use in demanding defense and aerospace applications such as instrumentation recording, mission recording, and SIGINT/ELINT recording. The Vortex Multi-Channel Synchronized Recorder (Vortex MCSR) is a turn-key streaming data recorder system that uses extremely accurate time stamping to deliver optimal synchronized play-back of multiple I/O channels. It supports the recording of various protocols such as sFPDP, Gigabit Ethernet and 10GbE. The Vortex MCSR synchronizes all data channels within the data recorder. It also enables the synchronous starting/stopping of all data channels simultaneously and provides accurate time alignment between each at playback. The scalable system comprises uniquely configured off-the-shelf 1U controllers with space-saving internal rotating or solid-state removable storage. The Vortex MCSR speeds and simplifies the integration of high performance multi-channel data recording and storage in both rugged and lab environments.
“Our new Vortex MCSR Multi-Channel Synchronized Recorder is ideal for multi-channel, high-rate, streaming data recording to support the proliferation of sensors on today’s military platforms,” said Lynn Bamford, senior vice president and general manager of Curtiss-Wright Controls Defense Solutions. “This COTS-based off-the-shelf recorder system synchronizes multiple channels of data from sensors such as radar, sonar, FLIR, RF tuners, MRI and cameras and allows playback in the same form and sequence as it was recorded. Vortex MCSR expands our product offerings and our position as the leader in high-speed, multi-channel data recording.”
Features:
- 10 GbE data recorded at near full line rate
- Ethernet and sFPDP recorded at full line rate
- All Ethernet traffic recorded including UDP & TCP
- Removable Data Storage and System Drives
- Data Retrieval via out-of-band Ethernet control port (standard)
- Data Retrieval via Fibre Channel (optional kit)
Unique Data Capture & Timestamp
The Vortex MCSR features a proprietary data capture hardware system that captures incoming sFPDP, Ethernet and 10 GbE data frames and performs extremely accurate time-stamping of each frame at full (sFPDP, Ethernet) or near full (10GbE) line rate. The highly accurate time-stamping, prior to storage, ensures that captured data can be played back via the channels as it was recorded. The Vortex MCSR’s time-stamping also delivers the accuracy needed for detailed post-analysis of critical data.
Command Line Interface
Configuration and control of the Vortex MCSR is made simple and powerful via its user-friendly Command Line Interface (CLI). The CLI provides a full set of commands including Record Control, File Management, Disk Management, NFS Configuration and System Configuration. It also includes a help command that provides the help text for a command as well as lists all available commands.
For over ten years, Curtiss-Wright Controls Defense Solutions has been recognized as an industry leading expert in data recording and storage. The new Vortex MCSR is the latest addition to our expansive Vortex family of solutions for instrumentation recording, mission recording, SIGINT/ELINT recording plus storage for both rugged and lab environments. Our 10+ years of recorders experience make your job easier.
Sales & Editorial Contacts
The Vortex MCSR is now shipping. Please contact the factory for more information.
Sales & Editorial Contacts
For editorial information regarding Curtiss-Wright Controls Defense Solutions products or services, contact John Wranovics, public relations director, Curtiss-Wright Controls, Tel: (925) 640-6402; email. [email protected].
Sales inquiries: Please forward all Sales and reader service inquiries to Jerri-Lynne Charbonneau, Curtiss-Wright Controls Defense Solutions, Tel: (613) 254-5112; Fax: (613) 599-7777; e-mail: [email protected].
About Curtiss-Wright Controls Defense Solutions
Curtiss-Wright Controls Defense Solutions (CWCDS) is a long established technology leader in the development of rugged electronic modules and systems for defense applications. CWCDS serves as a technology and integration partner to its customers, providing a full range of advanced, highly engineered solutions from modular open systems approaches to fully custom optimized solutions. Our unmatched capabilities and product breadth span from industry standard based COTS modules to complete electronic subsystems. The company’s modules and systems are currently deployed in a wide range of demanding defense & aerospace applications including C4ISR systems, unmanned subsystems, mission computing, fire control, turret stabilization, and recording & storage solutions. Additionally, the company’s broad engineering capabilities combine systems, software, electrical, and mechanical design expertise with comprehensive program management and a broad range of life-cycle support services.
About Curtiss-Wright Controls, Inc.
Headquartered in Charlotte, NC, Curtiss-Wright Controls is the Motion Control segment of Curtiss-Wright Corporation. With manufacturing facilities around the world, Curtiss-Wright Controls is a leading technology-based organization providing niche motion control products, subsystems and services internationally for the aerospace and defense markets. For more information, visit www.cwcontrols.com.
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