Fully rugged computing

Mission computers for extreme performance

Rugged. Proven. Flexible.

Rugged mission computers

Built on a modular architecture that spans from VPX to ComExpress, the mission computers offers unmatched flexibility for integration across a wide range of defense systems. Each unit is qualified to meet stringent environmental standards, including DO-160, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-1553, and ARINC429, ensuring reliable performance in harsh military and aerospace conditions.

The systems offer expansion via PMC, mini PCIe, and AcroPack® slots. Features include dual removable SSDs, military-grade connectors, and fanless, cableless designs for ruggedness. Engineered with a rugged I/O ecosystem tailored for avionics, naval platforms, electronic warfare (EW), ISR, SIGINT, and C4ISR applications. To safeguard sensitive operations, all platforms support secure data handling features such as TPM 2.0, hardware-based Secure Erase functionality.

Scalability is at the core, with compute options ranging from energy-efficient Intel® Atom™ processors to high-performance Intel® Xeon® platforms paired with NVIDIA GPGPU acceleration. Enabling mission-ready performance from edge data acquisition to real-time AI inference.

They are fully ITAR-free. European manufacturing for secure, future-ready deployments.

Flexibility Across All Form Factors

VPX vs. ComExpress – based systems

3U VPX-REDI module

At Expando, we understand that no two defense scenarios are the same. That’s why we offer mission computers in all form factors, including VPX, ComExpress, XMC/PMC, cPCI, and VME architectures.

  • VPX-based systems are ideal for high-speed data throughput and advanced I/O flexibility, often used in rugged servers for naval systems, airborne platforms, and advanced radar processing.

  • ComExpress modules are compact yet powerful, making them a preferred choice for embedded systems for defense where size, weight, and power (SWaP) constraints are critical.

By offering a full spectrum of modified COTS and MOTS options, we ensure seamless integration with existing platforms while optimizing for performance, reliability, and upgradeability.

Compact Rugged Computers

Ultra/Small form factor for mission-critical edge

Our compact rugged computers are engineered for aerospace and defense missions where space, weight, and power are at a premium. Ranging from just 1.5 to 3 liters in volume and operating at 15–30W, these systems deliver reliable high-performance computing in the most size- and energy-constrained environments.

With IP65 or IP67-rated enclosures and optional removable storage, they are ideal for edge deployments requiring sealed, durable hardware. Built on COM Express architecture, these platforms support CPU, GPU, and FPGA acceleration, enabling high-res video processing and real-time data analysis in mission-critical scenarios.

Compact defense mission computer

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