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A Report - Day 2 at DSEi 2009
September 10, 2009
- The U.K. Ministry of Defence has placed the first order for a new generation of helmet-mounted displays developed by BAE Systems. The Royal Navy will purchase 12 remote sighting systems incorporating BAE Systems’ Q-Sight display, for its Lynx Mk8 helicopters. “Q-Sight makes aviators more effective in many situations, including degraded visual environments such as brown-out conditions,” said Jim Garceau, vice president of defense avionics for BAE Systems. “Its lightweight design increases pilot comfort, and its wide field of view enables pilots to keep their heads up and eyes out of the cockpit while performing their missions. Q-Sight also provides important capabilities to other crew members, including door gunners and loadmasters.” BAE Systems announced the inaugural order at a media briefing at DSEi 2009, the Defense Systems and Equipment International Exhibition in London.
- Fibre optics applications in harsh environments. GigaCom AB has developed a new product to expand the use of fibre optics in harsh environments. D-sub EBOSA is an expanded beam insert for the company’s D-sub connector, which it converts into a robust fibre optical connector. Expanded beam technology makes this connector ideal in rough environments and less sensitive to dust, vibrations and temperature changes.
- AIS delivers 1000th IMU02 and enters high rate production for Excalibur. AIS has delivered its 1000th IMU02 unit. This unit was part of the first high rate production batch (200 per month) for Raytheon Missile Systems(RMS) Excalibur precision guided missile system. The SiIMU02R is in service on a range of programmes including the A Darter,
- (Air-Air Missile), APKWS - 70mm (2.75 inch) Guided Rocket, and Roketsan, 2.75 inch Guided Rocket. It is also currently under consideration for a number of international programmes. Stuart Cooper, Business Director Sensors, at Atlantic Inertial commented: "This is a fantastic milestone for AIS. We achieved the first 1000 IMU02 units delivered and we have proven our high rate manufacturing capacity - which is essential as we move forward on the Excalibur programme." Excalibur Ia tests using the AIS IMU began 10 months ago and have demonstrated one hundred percent reliability and unprecedented accuracy. In a recent announcement, RMS described firing two precision-guided projectiles from a Paladin gun system during the first guided flight test of the Raytheon Excalibur Ib program and stated that these firings demonstrated accuracy better than required. AIS supplied the Inertial Measurement Unit(IMU) for these successful tests, which maintained the Company's 100%success record in guided gun firings. In September'08 AIS was awarded a Supplier Excellence award by Raytheon Missile Systems in recognition of its exceptional performance throughout the previous year supplying SiARSR to the Rolling Airframe Missile (RAM) programme.
- Boundary scan enhanced. GOEPEL Electronics presented new innovations for its extended JTAG/boundary scan solutions and also in automated optical inspection. They include VarioTAP®, the first real fusion of JTAG emulation and boundary scan that has changed the boundary scan world decisively. VarioTAP® is based on a flexibly configurable streaming technology of the TAP signals based on respective µProcessor model libraries (VarioTAP® models). This means, VarioTAP enables a complete fusion of JTAG emulation and boundary scan test for real interlaced test operations and multivalent Flash in-system programming.
- SELEX Communications, a Finmeccanica company, has introduced the Fixed Base Force Protection (FBFP) System, building on the key design features of the Enhanced Personal Role Radio (EZPRR) to provide enhanced Force Protection in and around base camps and command posts. The FBFP establishes a secure communications structure that is robust and flexible, enhancing operational effectiveness in environments where security and adaptability are key elements to success. The system achieves this by extending the range and coverage of the EZPRR to over 2.5 kilometres through the deployment of a Command Post System (CPS) and a Rebroadcast Station System (RRB). The FBFP provides a cohesive communications infrastructure, providing an all-informed, all-secure, all on one network system of communication. It enhances the effectiveness of individuals committed to fundamental roles, such as Force Protection, by giving them the flexibility to utilise vehicles, static guard posts, vehicle check points and foot patrols. The CPS maintains the links between the static and mobile patrols within and around the base. It takes two soldiers less than 15 minutes to set up the CPS. Rebroadcast stations are easily deployed to cover communications black spots. Foot patrols and vehicles that need to be deployed outside of the perimeter have the ability to communicate throughout the duration of their task. As the troops move from one area to another, they select the profile which corresponds with that specific area of operation.
- GigaCom launches their 38999 EBOSA a cost effective expanded beam termini, which will expand the use of fibre optics in harsh environments. GigaCom has over 20 years experience of providing solutions to the Fibre Optic market. In conjunction with leading technical institutions GigaCom has now developed this exciting new product. The EBOSA is an expanded beam insert for the 38999 and similar connectors. It converts the standard 38999 to a robust fibre optical connector in both multi and single modes. It is ideal for use in rough environments and less sensitive to dust, vibrations and temperature changes. With the increasing higher bandwidth demands of airframes, systems and battlefield communications GigaCom have enabled single mode expanded beam transmission in a 38999 connector. The EBOSA will dramatically change the use of expanded beam technology.
- A full array of Elbit Systems’ solutions are on view at DSEI. The exhibition will provide an excellent opportunity for visitors to view Elbit Systems on booth 530. LILY is a new family of lightweight Thermal Imaging Weapon Sights (TWS) designed for use by individual infantry soldiers, which provide significant advantages for operations in total darkness and in even the most difficult environmental conditions. LILY TWS contribute significantly to the ability to acquire targets and increase first-hit capability. MARS is an uncooled, hand-held thermal imager with target acquisition capabilities. MARS is extremely lightweight (1.7 kilograms including a rechargeable battery) and compact. Combined with low power consumption and an operating duration of over 8 hours before recharge, MARS is an optimal solution for a wide range of applications including, security and perimeter defense, infantry, scouts, special units and target acquisition for infantry commanders. MARS will be presented in real-size in the Elbit Systems booth. CORAL - Hand-held 3-5 µm FPA Thermal Imaging Camera A high resolution hand held dual FOV personal thermal imaging camera with integral GPS receiver. It is lightweight, easy to operate and provides excellent picture quality. The system’s applications include infantry, scout and perimeter defense missions. CORAL—CR is a hand-held lightweight thermal imaging target acquisition system, including a laser range-finder, compass and GPS. CORAL—CR will be presented in real-size in the Elbit Systems booth. Lasers - Lightweight ground Laser Designators such as the Portable Lightweight Laser Designator (PLLD) systems have been supplied to numerous customers worldwide. PLDR (Portal Laser Designator Range-Finder) weighs 5.5 kg and designates to ranges of 10 km. Ruggedized to meet and even exceed harsh environmental conditions in accordance with IAW MIL-STD-810, it can be carried by an individual soldier and used for stand-off designation for maximum protection. PLDR will be presented in real-size in the Elbit Systems booth. Power Pack - equipped with status indicator, the power pack's battery level is constantly displayed to the operator. Micro Multi-Purpose Advanced Stabilized System — Micro-CoMPASSTM Micro-CoMPASSTM is an 8" lightweight and compact payload system for small UAVs, airborne, marine and ground applications. It features excellent stabilization performance and high quality day and night sensors. Sensors onboard include a 3rd Generation 3-5 µm FPA zoom FLIR camera, a zoom color CCD camera and a laser pointer.
- New 4-port multiplexer. Protel Solutions launched Omnitron Systems’ iConverter® 4xT1/E1 MUX at DSEi. The 4xT1/E1 MUX is a 4-port multiplexer that aggregates up to four independent T1/E1 channels from copper links onto a fiber optic link, and is the newest member of the popular iConverter fiber access platform. The iConverter 4xT1/E1 MUX extends T1/E1 loops over fiber, reducing the number of costly loop repeaters. Unlike T1/E1 fiber extenders, the 4xT1/E1 MUX eliminates the requirement that each channel have its own fiber link
- Connector for harsh environments. The Radiall LxC-R® is a multi-purpose, single channel fibre optic connector for harsh environments. Miniature and robust, this new concept is ideally suited for applications requiring single channel transmission in extreme environmental conditions, such as aerospace and military applications and more generally anywhere a robust fibre optic link is required.
- Steatite demonstrated its extensive knowledge and experience of supporting the defence and aerospace industries at this year’s DSEi exhibition in London. Each of the company’s four divisions – Steatite Rugged, Steatite Batteries, Wordsworth Technology, and ICP will present compelling new products, systems, and technology tailored for demanding military communications applications. Amongst the technologies on display will be standard and customised rugged computer systems with high reliability user-friendly equipment interfaces. Both fully portable notebook computers and 19 inch rack-mounted systems with ruggedised monitors will be demonstrated. Steatite’s battery division will showcase its capabilities in designing and manufacturing custom battery solutions for high capacity applications in harsh environments. Technical specialists will be on hand throughout the duration of DSEi to discuss customer requirements and applications. This year they will have a stand there again, number 2620. We hope that we can welcome you and share some compelling news and insights. Even if you cannot make it, perhaps you have a colleague or foreign correspondent you can send in your stead. Remploy Frontline has developed three new ground breaking products – one of which was chosen as soon-to-be announced £14.75 million pound government contract. This particular CBRN protective garment sets new records for weight, protection, manoeuvrability, simplicity and speed-to-wear.
- TÜV SÜD group launched the UK's first SC21 test service at DSEi. TÜV SÜD is the first service company to adopt the SC21 scheme, having trialled the new programme with a key player in the Aerospace and Defence industries. SC21 was initiated by the Society of British Aerospace Consortium (SBAC) as a modernisation programme to accelerate the competitiveness of the aerospace and defence industry. Jean-Louis Evans, Managing Director of TÜV Product Service, said: "With the growth of international competition and the current challenges posed by the defence industrial strategy, there is a distinct need for improvement in the effectiveness of the UK's supply chains. With the help of SC21, we can continue to deliver competitive solutions for customers whilst maintaining profitable business growth."
- The first silent diesel fuel cell power generator. Nordic Power Systems (NPS) showed the first silent diesel fuel cell power generator (APU) of its kind. While fuel cells normally is fuelled by hydrogen NPS has developed a fully integrated generator (APU) running on diesel. A prototype with 1 kW electric output was displayed. The system is virtually emission free apart from CO2, which is reduced significantly due to high efficiency. A separate sulphur cleaning unit is under development allowing the APU to be operated on high sulphur diesel/JP 8. The uniqueness of the technology is the reforming of hydrocarbon fuels to a hydrogen rich gas in combination with high temperature PEM fuel cell. It provides silent watch functionality, high efficiency giving reduced logistics costs and the option to use the APU as a combined power and heating unit.
- ProTel Solutions demonstrated the Winlink 1000, RadWin's Video Surveillance Solution. Radwin's wireless, field proven, Point-to-Point broadband solution leverages sub 6GHz licence free bands to provide instantly deployable, high quality video surveillance in any environment. By providing a robust, dedicated link per camera or per cluster of cameras, the solution offers high reliability, is simpler to install and easily scalable.
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