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What we have learned building rugged systems — testing, interfaces, displays and the standards behind them.

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The Tactical Cloud Isn’t Dead. It Just Moved to the Dirt.

Why ProCustom Group’s Tactical EdgeGPU powered by the NVIDIA GB10 Grace Blackwell Superchip brings true Data Center capabilities to the Disconnected Edge. For the last decade, “Edge Computing” in the defense sector has often been a compromi…

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Why you need NVIS Compliant/MIL-STD-3009 Computer/Tablet Display? What is an NVIS Display? An NVIS (Night Vision Imaging System) display is a specialized type of display technology that meets stri… MIL-STD-464 – EMC/EMI Requirements MIL-STD-464 is a set of standards established by the United States Department of Defense to ensure that electronic equipment, subs… Why Salt/Fog Protection? Salt and fog protection for military devices is an essential aspect of ensuring the durability and reliability of military equipme… Why Shock and Vibration Testing? Shock and vibration testing is a crucial aspect of the development and maintenance of military equipment. The US military relies h… Legacy Integration – 1553 1553 is a military standard for communication protocols used in avionics for aircraft and spacecraft. It is a data bus protocol th… Copper vs Fiber Ethernet – Which one is for you? Copper Ethernet and Fiber Ethernet are two different types of cables used for networking. They both have their own unique advantag… Legacy Integration – Firewire (IEEE 1394) FireWire, also known as IEEE 1394, is a high-speed data transfer technology that is used to connect digital devices such as camera… Legacy Integration – PCMCIA ProCustom Group can integrate PCMCIA readers in almost any rugged laptop (LF/ATA). PCMCIA stands for “Personal Computer Memory Car… Why Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Sheilding? EMI shielding is a critical aspect of the defense industry, as it helps to protect sensitive electronic equipment from electromagn… Rugged Computers/Tablets with First Responders in Mind The Covid pandemic and the ever-increasing wildfires have shown everyone the importance of first responders and the role they play… The Role of Rugged Tablets and Chest Mounts in Critical Operations with Emergence of Industry 4.0 (Oil and Gas) While use of rugged computers for critical operations has been around for many years, the shift to Industry 4.0 is changing the la…