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Case study: Using VME to build an FPGA-based data acquisition system
While many have turned away from VME in favor of VXS, VPX, and even PC-based “computer motherboard” modules, among other iterations, this case study shows that VME is still a viable candidate in FPGA-based data acquisition systems. The primary reasons: Its high pin counts and additional P0 connector – plusses that came in handy when Joerger Enterprises designed its new module’s basecards and daughtercards. Data acquisition and control is...
preview: http://www.vmecritical.com   date: 12/31/2009 |

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EXTRA! OpenVPX goes from conflict to collaboration
It’s all over folks: OpenVPX becomes VITA 65; vendors announce boards and systems. The next generation of the venerable VMEbus is born. Just about the most exciting thing that’s happened in the VME ecosystem this year has been the controversy surrounding OpenVPX, VITA, and myriad companies with skin in the game. Recall that a gang of rebels egged on by Mercury Computer Systems started the OpenVPX Working Group back in January because they...
preview: http://www.vmecritical.com   date: 10/19/2009 |

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Legacy VME: Not on life support yet
Editor’s note: While it might be natural for some suppliers to focus on shiny, new, large military programs, Thomas Sparrvik of Kontron told us during the following Q&A that the wise keep an eye on upgrade programs, which can also yield “true growth opportunities.” Bearing a three-tiered job description at Kontron, the vice chairman/managing board of directors member/CEO also extols the Atom processor, but admits it has its l...
preview: http://www.vmecritical.com   date: 6/17/2009 |

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Technology on center stage: VPX, MicroTCA and ... VME64x?
Editor’s note: We recently caught up with Elma Electronic president and founder Fred Ruegg, who has undoubtedly seen a lot of change and evolution within the embedded industry since starting Elma in 1986. As strong VPX and VSO/VITA proponents, Elma now serves on OpenVPX’s Steering Committee: an unexpected move at one point in time, but it’s all about the objective, Ruegg says. Meanwhile, he’s an aficionado of MicroTCA, ...
preview: http://www.vmecritical.com   date: 6/17/2009 |

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VMEbus supports 64-bit Core 2 Duo processors
Contrary to many industry pundits' gloomy predictions, VMEbus continues to survive and flourish. The simple reason is that it still offers real value, whether this is measured in cost, time, performance, or its unique blend of functionality for many new applications. In addition, it provides the most cost-effective upgrade path for the very large base of existing VME implementations, in both industrial and military systems. VME has managed to ...
preview: http://www.mil-embedded.com   date: 3/20/2009 |

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White Paper: High Speed Switched Serial Fabrics Improve System Design, 2nd Edition
Well into a third decade of widespread development, the VMEbus continues as the dominant bus structure for high-performance embedded systems. In an industry characterized by a steady succession of new device offerings with speed and density increases every few months, the VMEbus has retained its leadership position not simply because it was based on a sound electrical and mechanical architecture. Indeed, the major reason for its longevity has ...
preview: http://www.vmecritical.com   date: 4/14/2009 |