Pixus Technologies, a provider of embedded computing and chassis solutions, has announced a MIL-Ruggedized NI software-defined radio (SDR) with extended temperature options. Now part of Emerson, the NI SDR is based on the Ettus family of Universal Software Radio Peripherals (USRPs).
Pixus ruggedizes various versions of NI SDRs, including IP67 outdoor and fully MIL-qualified rugged versions. The new RN310 version offers options for an external MIL-grade fan that draws air over the conduction-cooled fins on the enclosure, as well as an internal heater board. This allows the units to meet -40C to +71C applications.
Pixus offers MIL-rugged and commercial enclosure solutions in VITA-based architectures such as OpenVPX, as well as specialty customized solutions like the rugged NI SDRs. The company has also developed two-in-one USRP versions in a 1U format with superior front-to-rear cooling.
