Rugged Electronics for Aerospace and Defense
In the defense world, electronics must operate every time. The mission is a demanding environment and the products supporting the task must be up for the challenge. For over 25 years, allied forces around the world have relied on DSE’s products to consistently deliver exceptional performance. From freezing temperatures to blowing sand and extreme shock to inconsistent voltage input, DSE products have the credentials to meet the objective.
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Situational Awareness
C4ISR
Aerial Surveillance
Driver Enhancement
Battle Management Systems
Vehicle Diagnostics
Dependable performance when it matters most
DSE products can be found aboard a variety of allied vehicle platforms worldwide. Advanced video and computing features deliver real-time information to war fighters to ensure mission safety and excellence. Battlefield surveillance, command, communication, and engagement are central functions of DSE products.
DSE is honored to support the following high profile programs: Stryker, THAAD, Blackhawk, B-1, B-52, MMPV, MRAP, NGCV, ACV, AAV, C-130, M-ATV, LAV, M1A1
Field tested, lab verified
Qualification of MIL-Spec products is no easy feat. DSE products have not only been tested in the field, but also in laboratories to standards including MIL-STD 810, 1275, 461, and 704. With a proven track record of successful qualification programs, DSE has amassed invaluable experience designing products to pass the most stringent of environmental conditions.
Custom solutions from specification to production
As a design-build manufacturer, we’re passionate about bringing our customer’s unique product needs to life. From defining product features and user interfaces, to designing, testing and integrating, the DSE team delivers end-to-end product development for the defense industry. Our decades of experience building rugged electronics and access to mature sub-assemblies significantly reduces development risk and time to market.
Advanced technology for the modern MIL-Spec fleet
Cutting-edge technology is essential to today’s defense customer, which is why DSE products include full high definition displays, Quad Core processors, digital video recording, video graphic processing and remote control/command. Advancements in the electronics industry mandates that all rugged systems on-board be equally as progressive.
Aerospace and Defense Products
FHDRM
Full High Definition Rugged Monitor
- 1920 x 1080 full high-def resolution
- Digital and analog video inputs
- MIL-STD design
- Programmable bezel keys
DVE
Display Control Modules
- Driver’s vision enhancement ICD compliant
- A-kit and B-kit backward compatible
- Enhanced input and control options
PTAC2
Programmable Tactical Awareness Controller
- Programmable bezel keys
- DVI/VGA (2) and Composite Video (NTSC/PAL) inputs
- Touch screen and NVIS options
HDRM
High Definition Rugged Monitor
- 1280 x 768 high-def resolution
- HDMI, HD-SDI, DVI, & analog inputs
- MIL-STD design
- Programmable bezel keys
PSM
Programmable Surveillance Monitor
- Embedded Digital Video Recorder
- (20) tactile programmable buttons
- PIP/POP/quad screen viewing capable
- (1) USB connector download port
MSM2
MIL-SPEC Monitor Series II
- MIL-STDs 810, 461 and 1275
- VGA, DVI, and Composite Video (NTSC/PAL) inputs
- Touch screen and NVIS options
Typhon
Rugged Multiple Panel High Definition Display
- 3 WUXGA (1920 x 1200) LCDs
- CANBus
- (6) SDI Inputs, (3)Composite Video Inputs
OVERSEER
1080p High-Def Rugged Monitor and DVR Series
- High-definition (1080p) video
- Gigabit Ethernet
- Smart DVR with removable drive
VTC
Victory Thin Client Display
- Embedded Quad Core processor
- 10/100/1G Ethernet (GigE Vision)
- (20) programmable bezel keys
- RS-232/RS-422 or GenICam™
VH4
Rugged HD-SDI Video Switch
- SD-SDI, HD-SDI and 3G video processing
- Dual CANBus (J1939), RS-422 & USB interfaces
- PIP, POP, Quad Viewing
VS8
Gigabit Ethernet Switch
- (8) Gigabit Ethernet ports, RS-232 and Power
- MIPS CPU with DDR-2 Memory
- DMA-based Frame Extraction, Performance Monitoring, Ethernet OAM
VH3
Video Distribution Hub
- (3) Composite Video (NTSC/PAL) Inputs
- (6) Composite Video (NTSC/PAL) Outputs, (2) per Input
- 28 VDC Power Input
KODIAK
Rugged Mission Computer
- Fully sealed computer system
- Intel, Atom and ARM processors
- GPS, cellular, Gigabit Ethernet, dual CANBus, WiFi interfaces
- Battery backup protection
MC-10
COM Express Type 10 Computer
- (2) Gigabit Ethernet interface
- Removable mSATA drive
- I/O expansion slots
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