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Defence and Security Electronics



 
In this field, Finmeccanica's range of activities includes the creation of large integrated systems based on complex architectures and network-centric logics. These include avionic and electro-optical equipment and systems, remote-controlled aircraft, radar systems, ground and naval command and control systems, air traffic control systems, integrated communications systems and networks, proven mobile radio communication systems and value added services in the IT and security fields. The acquisition at the end of 2008 of the US company, DRS Technologies, has further strengthened the Group's position.
Having served the defence sector for more than forty years, DRS develops, produces and provides assistance for a vast array of systems designed to meet the needs of critical missions and military support operations as well as systems designed to face security challenges in national territory.
In addition to DRS, Group electronics companies operating in the security and defence sector include: SELEX Sistemi Integrati, SELEX Galileo, SELEX Communications, Elsag Datamat, SELEX Service Management, Seicos and the British Group, SELEX Systems Integrations.

The large exhibition area devoted to electronics for security and defence purposes is carefully laid out. Complementary and integrable technologies respond to a large number of needs in both the military and civilian spheres. They range from avionics and assistance systems to air navigation, new generation electro-optical radar, various types of sensors, multifunctional radio networks, thermal imaging and hyperspectral cameras, as well as support and coordination for civil protection and search-and-rescue activities.
 
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DRS Technologies   |   Elsag Datamat   |   SELEX Communication   |   SELEX Galileo   |   SELEX Service Management   |   Seicos

DRS Technologies

DRS Technologies, headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey (U.S.), is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide.
 
Company Profile

Airborne Tactical Server (ATS)
 
The Airborne Tactical Server (ATS) is a next generation, net-centric, multi-channel recorder and data server. It is a form, fit and function replacement for standard Solid State Recorders (SSR) or single channel 8mm airborne cockpit video recording systems (CVRS), yet with greatly enhanced capability.
 
 

Deployable Flight Incident Recorder (DFIRS)
 
DFIRS integrated flight data recorder and 243 MHzemergency locator transmitter is standard equipment on F/A-18C, D, E and F aircraft. Its built-in emergencylocator transmitter provides immediate alert of a downed aircraft, supporting the prompt location of the crashsite/aircraft crew and recovery of the crash-protectedflight recorder module.

Driver's Vision Enhancer (DVE)
 
Provides situational awareness, target and ambush detection in day/night 24-hour capability. Ability to see through dust, smoke and other battlefield obscurants. Upgradeable through drop-in enhancements.

Military Rugged Tablet (MRT) Computer
 
DRS' lightweight MRT is an ultra-rugged tablet PC that features either a rotatin or solid state hard drive, milled aluminum housing, a 10.4 inch display in either pen or touch screen format, and a Selective Availability Anti-Spoofing Module Global Positioning System as well as other integrated communications. The MRT is designed to military standards and resistant to extreme environments. 
 

MX-2A Hand-Held Thermal Imager 
 
The MX-2A and MX-3A are portable, lightweight, versatile thermal imaging cameras ideal for general reconnaissance, surveillance and routine patrol in the field. They can be utilized as handheld; tripod mounted or weapon sight devices to meet the needs of the mission. The rugged, exterior rubber boot gives the camera a subdued, non-reflective exterior finish while protecting both the lens and imaging body. The MX-2A features 320 x 240 resolution and utilizes the same thermal detector and objective lens as the US Army LTWS. The MX-3A features the 640 x 480 high performance resolution ideal for precise imaging at longer ranges.

Rugged Battle Management (RBM) 
 
The Scorpion Rugged Battle Management (RBM) notebook computer is designed and manufactured to survive the most rugged conditions worldwide. The Scorpion RBM is the right choice for military operations due to a wider operational temperature range, a fully sealed stronger construction and proven military heritage. The Scorpion RBM meets critical EMI and MIL-STD-810 environmental requirements.

Rugged Vehicle System (RVS) 
  
The U.S. Army's Choice for Force XXI Battle Command, Brigade-and-Below (FBCB2) and Blue Force Tracking Digitization. DRS's RVS-330 Rugged Vehicle System is an ultra-rugged vehicle computing system. Designed to operate in and survive the harshest of environments, the RVS-330 offers the user dependable computing performance whenever and wherever it is needed. Equipped with the latest off-the-shelf components, the system is designed to progress with technology. The RVS-330 is a proven system that meets or exceeds all environmental requirements from EMI to moisture to vibration.

Rugged Vehicle Terminal (RVT) 

A touch-screen tablet computer with external keyboard capability delivering the best of rugged computer technology to the Warfighter. It can be mounted inside a combat vehicle and operate on the move from vehicle power, or independently using its internal rechargeable batteries. The Scorpion RVT meets critical EMI and MIL-STD-810 environmental requirements.

Thermal Weapon Sight (TWS)
 
The AN/PAS-13 thermal weapon sight family enables warfighters to see deep into the battlefield, increase surveillance and target acquisition range and penetrate obscurants, day or night.