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Ruggedised micro and nano interconnect systems for dismounted soldiers in highly portable settings
By Robert Stanton, Director of Technology, Omnetics
Omnetics military connector systems are focused on ground troop’s newest electronics that must be small, lightweight and perform constantly
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s technology evolves, so does Omnetics. A full line of military specification (MIL- DTL-83513 for Micro-Ds and MIL-DTL-32139 Nano-D) connectors deliver higher speed signals and are matching voltage and current levels used in today’s most modern
electronics. For example, LIDAR-based surveillance and weapon sight systems demand reduced size and increased ruggedness while processing higher speed digital signals than previously imagined. Omnetics fills that role with specialised micro and nano connectors tailored to fit the needs of military equipment designers. Often, high-reliability standard products are first considered because of their proven history, but are then physically modified to fit within the defence instrument needed. Using solid model designs, the system engineer gets a perfect fit quickly, with limited variations from standard product prices. One must remember that the key elements built within these connectors already offer a tried and proven history of reliability and performance. Using proven military-grade pin to socket systems inside the new connector modules expedites the testing and qualification to the rugged requirements set forth by the military, as well. On the ground, troops are dependent on good communication with command, as well as the need to
Nano-Coax on a PC Board with a 16-position nano connector
Black Diamond from Omnetics
collect and store data during operations. Portable computer systems are getting smaller, running faster and also built to withstand the rugged behaviour of those operating in a battle environment. Omnetics has designed and built micro connector interconnect solutions to serve that purpose. Black Diamond offers a portable APEX controller that employs a 5Gbps SuperSpeed USB (3.0) on four sealed circular military-grade universal peripheral ports. This system allows the user to connect multiple tactical peripherals to nearly any computer, tablet or smartphone. The APEX controller provides a unique human factor design that facilitates cable routing of connected interfaces in one direction from the controller. This has been shown to greatly simplify cable routing to accommodate mounting the APEX controller both vertically and horizontally. Ground-troop helmets are rapidly becoming a data- collection centre in the battlefield. Helmet vision systems offer GPS position and routing, direct verbal communications and image collection. Higher-speed digital systems are most often being used to manage the data routed on Omnetics high-speed micro cables. To help meet these challenges, Omnetics maintains High-Speed Interconnect Specialists for direct phone calls and support, to answer generic questions and work interactively with customers.
06 December 2021/January 2022
www.electronicsworld.co.uk
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