Spectra Aerospace & Defense is a trusted and growing platform of C5ISR companies – CALCULEX, Galleon Embedded Computing, and ArgonFDS - bringing over a half-century of rugged, mission-ready, battle-tested experience to bear in aerospace and defense applications. From high-speed data acquisition, data recording and secure, high-density storage, to computing and rugged, clear display of mission data, Spectra delivers the products and subsystems needed for the most demanding military air, land, and sea platforms. With our comprehensive portfolio of rugged products, systems, and solutions, the Spectra family of companies’ customized end-to-end solutions for the C5ISR market help military end-users achieve mission success. Simply put, Spectra's rugged solutions Capture, Process, and Display your mission-critical data in the harshest environmental conditions. In the air, at sea, on land, and in space; We simplify integration.

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Rugged Mission Computers

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Compact Computing Power for Extreme Environments

ArgonFDS mission computers deliver exceptional performance in the industry’s smallest form factors, designed specifically for applications where size, weight and power (SWaP) are critical constraints. From unmanned systems to wearable applications, our rugged mission computers provide reliable computing solutions that maintain peak performance under the most demanding environmental conditions.

Designed specifically for extreme operational environments, ArgonFDS mission computers deliver the reliability and performance that demanding military and industrial applications require. Our decades of expertise in ruggedized design means we understand the challenges of battlefield conditions, maritime environments and aerospace applications. When space, weight, and power constraints are critical, our mission computers provide uncompromising performance in the industry’s smallest form factors.

 

Featured Models

ACB100 - Ultra-Compact Mission Computer

The ACB100 is our smallest rugged computing solution, ideal for applications where space and weight are at an absolute premium. With its extremely compact form factor and low power consumption, the ACB100 excels in unmanned vehicles, wearable applications and confined installation spaces.

Key Features:

  • Intel N6415 processor or better
  • Extremely small mechanical outline (5.10” x 4.19” x 1.50”)
  • Lightweight design (only 2.0 lbs)
  • Fully enclosed, fanless design with convection cooling
  • Customizable I/O with user-selectable military-grade connectors
  • Optional built-in real-time frame grabber for video capture
  • Operating temperature range of -10°C to +55°C (optional -40°C)
  • 9-36VDC power input with 7-10W typical consumption

 

 


ACB200 - High-Performance Compact Computer

The ACB200 steps up processing power while maintaining a remarkably small footprint. Featuring an Intel i7 processor, this versatile mission computer delivers exceptional performance for applications requiring more substantial computing capabilities while remaining compact and lightweight.

Key Features:

  • Intel i7 processor (currently 11th gen or higher)
  • Compact dimensions (6.2” x 4.5” x 1.6”)
  • Lightweight design (~2.5 lbs)
  • 8GB DDR3 RAM standard (customizable)
  • 128GB solid state drive (customizable)
  • Multiple I/O options including USB, RS232, RS422, GigE, and VGA
  • Fully enclosed, fanless design with convection cooling
  • Operating temperature range of -10°C to +55°C (optional -40°C)
  • Optional WiFi and GPS capabilities

 

 


ACB300 - Advanced Processing with Expansion Capabilities

The ACB300 represents our most powerful mission computer with PCIe expansion capabilities, supporting dedicated graphics processing or specialized I/O requirements. This model combines exceptional computing power with the flexibility to adapt to specialized mission requirements.

Key Features:

  • Intel i7 processor (currently 11th gen or higher)
  • PCIe expansion slot for graphics cards or specialized I/O
  • Optional NVIDIA T1000 with 8GB dedicated RAM
  • 64GB DDR4 RAM standard
  • 512GB removable solid-state drive
  • Dual independent DVI/HDMI outputs (up to 1920x1200p60)
  • Dimensions of 8.6” x 6.8” x 2.9”
  • Multiple military-grade connectors with customizable configurations
  • Passive air cooling by natural convection (no fans)
  • Operating temperature range of -10°C to +55°C (optional -40°C)


Customization Options

Our mission computers can be customized to meet exact specifications:

  • Processing Power: Select the optimal CPU, memory and storage configuration for your application
  • I/O Configurations: Customize connector types, locations and pinouts to integrate with your systems
  • Environmental Hardening: Additional ruggedization options for extreme conditions
  • Operating Systems: Windows 10/11, Linux, or custom OS implementations
  • Expansion Options: Specialized I/O cards, frame grabbers, or graphics processing

Applications

Our rugged mission computers are deployed in diverse operational environments:

  • Unmanned & Autonomous Vehicles (UAVs, UGVs, UUVs)
  • Fixed & Rotary Wing Aircraft
  • Naval & Maritime Vessels
  • Military Ground Vehicles
  • Transportation Systems
  • Oil & Gas Exploration
  • Operator Wearable Technology

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