NG2 Series

The Ballard NG2 Series includes the same Intel 64-bit quad core processor and avionics I/O selection as our high-level NG3 Series, but features a smaller size with a corresponding reduction in I/O. It is designed for applications where lower SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) is critical. Like the NG3, it is prevalidated for rapid deployment with no up-front NRE.

Compact and Powerful

The rugged NG2 tightly integrates 64-bit processing and a large amount of I/O into a small, lightweight SWaP optimized enclosure that meets military requirements for shock, vibration, temperature, humidity and pressure. It is small and light enough for use in UAVs and capable enough to handle complex, large-scale aircraft systems. It is ideal for deployment in C4ISR applications.

Modular I/O Flexibility

The NG2 design incorporates multiple rugged and densely packed I/O modules. These provide great flexibility when ordering to compile the exact I/O required for your specific application. Options include MIL-STD-1553 and ARINC databus protocols, serial, discrete, USB and a managed Ethernet switch. The unit also may be configured with an accessible mPCIe slot that provides additional user-expandable I/O capabilities.

Cybersecurity Capablities

The NG2 includes broad cybersecurity features to facilitate building your unique and effective security solution. These include security features resident in the Linux or Windows OS, discrete inputs for write protection of base non-volatile memory and removable mass storage, processor security TPM, and a sanitize discrete input to wipe all mSATA storage that is not write-protected.

Robust Software Capabilities

The included Software Development Kit (SDK) provides tools and examples to facilitate the development of software applications. The NG2 uses Ballard’s universal BTIDriver™ API, so application software for this device is easily ported to or from other Ballard products. Although the unit can be configured and run with only a few API calls, the comprehensive library includes a broad range of functions for specialized needs.

KEY FEATURES

• Low SWaP (Size, Weight, Power)
• High I/O density
• Removable mSATA SSD
• Flexible write protect capability
• Intel® Atom™ E3950 64-bit, quad core processor
• Extended temperature range
• Wide range of avionics and computer I/O:
• - MIL-STD-1553
• - ARINC 429, 708, 717
• - Serial, CANbus, Discrete
• - Ethernet, USB 2.0 Host
• - mPCIe expansion option
• For Helicopter, fixed wing, UAV, unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV), and ground mobile applications
• Highly reliable, prevalidated COTS solution
• Reduces project risk, time, and cost