Defense Computing

A powerful Defense IoT solution combines rugged edge devices, secure communication infrastructure, and scalable data processing. Industrial IoT systems in the defense sector must ensure encrypted data transmission, network redundancy, and real-time capability. Edge computing plays a key role here, as data is processed locally and latency is minimized. Modular platforms that seamlessly connect sensors, vehicles, and command centers while meeting the highest security and availability requirements are particularly relevant.

Military displays must function reliably under extreme conditions. Key criteria include high brightness for sunlight readability, operability with gloves, and rugged enclosures with IP protection against water and dust. In addition, shock and vibration resistance (MIL-STD-810), electromagnetic compatibility (MIL-STD-461), and secure interfaces are crucial. For use in vehicles or mobile command centers, flexible mounting options and long-term availability are also important factors.

For long-term defense projects, industrial-grade, modular IPCs with guaranteed long-term availability are essential. Recommended platforms include standardized form factors such as VPX, COM-HPC, or rackmount systems, which enable component upgrades and replacement. Key factors include lifecycle management, stable supply chains, and certifications according to MIL-STD standards. In addition, fanless designs and robust cooling concepts increase service life and minimize maintenance requirements, which is especially important for programs with lifecycles of 10+ years.

For military vehicles, compact, vibration-resistant, and energy-efficient embedded systems with high integration capability are essential. Small form factor (SFF) mission computers with GPU acceleration are particularly suitable, as they can be seamlessly integrated into vetronics architectures. Key criteria include support for military power standards such as MIL-STD-1275, rugged I/O including CAN, Ethernet, and video, as well as extended temperature ranges. Systems with edge AI also enable autonomous functions and real-time decision-making directly in the vehicle, without dependence on centralized data centers.

Yes, BRESSNER offers extensive customization options at both system and component level. These include the integration of specific CPU/GPU architectures, individual I/O configurations, customer-specific enclosure and cooling concepts (air, liquid, immersion), as well as the customization of firmware and software stacks. In addition, we support prototyping, validation, certification, and series production. This enables seamless integration into existing platforms and compliance with specific military standards and deployment requirements.

BRESSNER addresses a broad spectrum of modern defense applications, including C5ISR platforms, mobile and stationary command centers, autonomous systems (UAV, UGV, USV/UUV), as well as signal intelligence (SIGINT) and electronic warfare (EW). In addition, our solutions support data-intensive scenarios such as real-time video analysis, sensor fusion such as radar, LiDAR, and EO/IR, and simulation-based mission planning. By using GPU-accelerated HPC systems, we enable the processing of large volumes of data directly at the edge, independently of centralized data centers.

Defense Computing refers to the use of highly specialized IT and hardware solutions developed for military and security-critical applications. The focus is on rugged systems that operate reliably even under extreme environmental conditions such as vibration, shock, moisture, or wide temperature ranges. Typical requirements include real-time data processing, edge computing, high computing performance for AI/ML workloads, and secure communication and network infrastructures. At the same time, standards such as MIL-STD-810 or MIL-STD-461 play a crucial role in system qualification.