Combined laser scan/video scope technology for gun barrel inspection, superior measuring results: With the RIB 4D, Kappa presents a new, high-performance system for large-caliber weapon barrel inspection designed for troops evaluating actual and post-firing status and calculating remaining service life. 3D Laser Scanner and 360° Videos: Within the completely newly designed RIB 4D measuring head, the entire bandwidth of the newest image-generating technology for seamless, complete barrel inspection is used. A supersensitive laser scan generates a detail-rich point cloud. In addition, 8 CMOS sensors provide the viewer with brilliant 360° videos of the barrel’s interior surfaces. The highly precise barrel digitization offers a comprehensive data basis for secure assessment of a barrel interior’s condition. Keeping it simple: only one operator required Simple handling means that just one person can operate the entire system. Independent of the operator, the automatic system delivers clear and reproducible measurement results. The barrel digitization is the reliable data basis for the subsequent location-independant assessment of the barrel condition. The compact system is designed for versatile use. One system for multiple barrel types and diameters RIB 4D is made for smooth and rifled barrels. With adapter rings, the system can easily be used for different calibers. The current RIB 4D version covers the range from 120 mm to 155 mm. Another version for smaller diameters is in preparation. Ultra-fast fully-automated barrel digitization (< 30 min.) The RIB 4D completes the entire high-resolution and precise measurement of the inside of the gun barrel sensationally fast in under 30 minutes (example Leopard 2), which speeds up and largely automates maintenance for system users and thus simplifies it to a great extent. Interactive Software for Reliable Assessment: The extensive data of the inspected surface is analyzed in the user-friendly application software and can be documented and evaluated as a report according to the service regulation TDv018. The interactive interface supports the detection and measurement of critical damaged areas and the final evaluation of the barrel condition and the determination of the remaining service life. Digitization of the inner barrel surface and precise measurement of damaged areas: The analysis covers erosion, corrosion, damage to the chrome coating including diameter measurement of the fields and lands and groves on rifled barrels. Complete solution all-in-one: The non-contact RIB 4B inspection system consists of the sensor head, the drive unit, the container with the drive chain, the server, the analysis laptop and extensive accessories. An unrivaled level of experience: We are the pioneering supplier in the area of gun barrel inspection; we know our customers’ requirements inside and out. Rely on our state-of-the-art systems based on modern technologies and decades of experience. Versatile use: Suitable for all smooth and rifled tubes in diameters between 120 mm and 155 mm used in tanks, artillery systems and naval guns. Reliable detection of damage Precise scanning of the damaged areas - quick location - simple measurement The system includes the noxRIB4D application software for system control, surface inspection and reporting. In the first step, the pipe is completely digitized on site with RIB 4D. Based on the data, the subsequent analysis can be carried out in the software independent of location. The noxRIB4D software offers two analysis screens, the Heat Map and the Intensity Map, for precise damage analysis. Finally, the analysis results are reported in Excel or TDv018 with evaluation of the barrel condition. COTS product: Direct market availability RIB 4D for 120 mm and 155 mm. Other diameter sizes with minor adjustments without new development.

The operation of robotic inspection systems in an industrial environment requires a reliable control station. The second generation integrated control station -ICS 2- gives operators an all-in-one tool. Supplied in a rugged hardshell case (Pelicase®), embedded components such as a 21.5-inch touchscreen, high-performance PC or joystick can be selected according to industry standards. It also boasts a 10-year spare parts guarantee as well as extreme robustness and reliability even in harsh environments. Simplicity and ease of operation were key when developing ICS 2. The operator connects the robotic platform with one single cable and using the integrated joystick, operation is simple and self-explanatory.

- Integrated control of two zones: engine bay and crew bay - Equipped with a self-diagnostic function for key AFSS components - Capable of interfacing with the vehicle computer - Adjustable temperature setting for engine bay fire detection

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Similar to a human pilot, Hivemind reads and reacts to the battlefield, and does not require GPS, waypoints, or comms to make decisions. Hivemind enables intelligent teams to perform missions ranging from room clearance with Novas, penetrating air defense systems with V-BATs, to dogfighting F-16s.

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Shield AI’s synthetic environments combined with human-machine tactics and behaviors. Testing and learning in real physics simulations reduces engineering cycle times and enables rapid real-world deployment. Welcome to the defense metaverse.

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Continental connectors are manufactured with highest quality materials. Our contacts are machined to close tolerances as opposed to stamped and formed styles. All molding compounds are glass reinforced, flame retardant and able to withstand severe environmental and mechanical requirements. Military connector families conform to the highest Defense Supply center (DSCC) standards, which require qualification testing and continued periodic requalification under the surveillance of government representatives to maintain our Company Qualified Product Listing (QPL)

Today, space satellites are moving away from RF Analog based payloads providing low speed telecommunication signaling, to a new Digital Transparent Processor architecture for high throughput satellites. Those architectures increase the demand for rugged and higher speed connectivity. To meet those industry needs, Smiths Interconnect has developed the NXS Series, an advanced high speed, high density interconnect to provide next generation data on demand. Equipped with the Hypertac® hyperboloid contact technology the NXS system can withstand data rate application up to 50 Gbps (per channel) requirements, including extreme levels of vibration, shock and climatic testing above 2100 g. The NXS Series is designed in a robust construction with 4 or 12 high speed quadrax (dual-twinax) modules. The recent EMI Flange addition provides the extra benefit of reducing electromagnetic interference. Each ultra-high density quadrax module contains 2 dual twinax at 100 Ω each pair. It is blind mateable, hot pluggable, with ultra-low mating forces and low outgassing materials. In addition, the solderless PCB mount design reduces the customer’s risk and cost of ownership. The connector is mounted after reflow and has no impact on nearby components.

The 200W High Power Amplifier is an L-band amplifier that delivers 200W output with a 60% duty cycle. It provides a gain of over 53 dB, with output flatness of 2 dB depending on the input signal level. At maximum output, it offers ACLR performance of -20 dBc. With a built-in output-stage bandpass filter (BPF), it achieves excellent harmonic suppression of -70 dBc. Built-in monitoring functions include output signal and temperature monitoring.