TEK receives order for QuiXilica-Ultra
TEK Microsystems has been awarded an initial order for QuiXilica-Ultra high-density digitiser modules for a next-generation geolocation platform to address an urgent requirement, the company announced on 18 August.
This is the first order from an undisclosed prime contractor in a multi-year quick reaction capability procurement programme. Delivery will take place in 2016.
This marks the first order for the company's QuiXilica-Ultra VME/VXS/VPX product line up. QuiXilica-Ultra open architecture modules include Xilinx’s Ultrascale FPGA processing technology for modular mixed signal capabilities.
Ultra-VME/VXS’s first versions provide enhanced FPGA digital signal processing resources in the VITA/ANSI standardised VME/VXS form factor without significantly impacting the entire system, resulting in lower programme risk and time-to-field capabilities without a full system upgrade. The Ultra-VME/VXS/VPX line can also be integrated with QuiXtream software and firmware for 10Gb Ethernet functionality.
Andrew Reddig, chief technology officer, TEK Microsystems, said: ‘This order is further proof that the warfighters’ threat is constantly evolving, and the need for signal collection combined with reconfigurable processing continues to be required to adapt to the mission need. We are proud to be chosen to support this mission and help bring a technological advantage for our warfighters.’
Bill Ceccherini, vice president, engineering and operations, TEK Microsystems, said: ‘Our agile engineering methodology allows us to respond quickly to the needs of the mission. Leveraging the core components of the architecture and our partner network, we can provide capabilities across 6U and 3U embedded form factors to address specific EW, SIGINT, radar, and security requirements in a timely and affordable manner.’
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