US Military Computers for Land, Sea and Air
Military computers are designed to keep working through the shock, vibration, temperature extremes and electrical noise of defense vehicles, aircraft and ships. Choose a sealed mission computer for the platform, a military panel PC for the console, or a rugged single board computer to build into your own enclosure, each designed to MIL-STD-810 and MIL-STD-461 requirements. Speak to a defense computing specialist to match the system to your program.
What to Specify in a Rugged Military Computer
Defense programs specify computers against MIL-STDs rather than datasheets. The platform sets the environmental, power and EMC limits a military PC has to meet, and size, weight and power decide how much computing fits inside them. These are the standards and choices that shape the build.
Environmental Testing
MIL-STD-810 covers shock, vibration, temperature, humidity and altitude for land, sea and air platforms.
EMC
MIL-STD-461 limits electromagnetic emissions and susceptibility so the computer neither disturbs nor is disturbed by nearby systems.
Platform Power
MIL-STD-1275 for ground vehicles and MIL-STD-704 for aircraft define the supply spikes and dropouts the power input must survive.
Military Connectors
MIL-DTL-38999 circular connectors lock, seal and resist vibration on every power and data line.
Size, Weight and Power
SWaP-C drives the choice between board-level systems, compact mission computers and GPU-equipped platforms.
Edge AI and Video
NVIDIA Jetson and discrete GPU options process ISR video and sensor data on the platform.
COTS & Custom Military Computer Technology
Supporting mission critical applications land, air, and sea, Things Embedded provides reliable, mission-ready edge computing solutions for advanced military, government, and OEM contractor systems. Engineered with rigorous electrical and mechanical design expertise, our COTS and custom military computer systems deliver exceptional performance while adhering to the most demanding MIL-STDs.
Military Wearable Computer Enhances Situational Awareness
Built on compact SBCs with powerful GPUs, VizEdge provides military and security personnel with a low-SWAP AI compute platform for real-time sensor data processing. This military wearable computer features an IP67-rated enclosure and a Fischer Minimax connector, ensuring rugged and high-speed connectivity. Compatible with Parrot Anafi Wi-Fi and Nett Warrior communication systems, it enhances situational awareness and ensures seamless interoperability at the tactical edge. Its lightweight design and MOLLE webbing mounting capability make it ideal for integration into soldier gear, delivering exceptional functionality and mobility in the field.
Rugged Military Vehicle Computers for Remote Weapon Systems
Our military vehicle computers are housed in rugged solid-body enclosures featuring MIL-DTL-38999 connectors, ensuring secure and reliable operation even in the harshest conditions. Engineered to meet MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-704, and MIL-STD-1275 power input standards, these systems are built to withstand the unique challenges of ground vehicle environments, such as electromagnetic interference, fluctuating power supplies, and extreme vibrations. This robust design guarantees exceptional performance and reliability, making them indispensable for mission-critical operations in military ground vehicles.
Need Help Choosing a Military PC?
Tell us the platform, the MIL-STDs it must meet and the size, weight and power budget. We will recommend the right military computer, then configure, image and test it before it ships.