The KAM/CSB/12U Smart Backplane Chassis from Curtiss-Wright is a rugged, high-performance solution for space-based data acquisition, processing, and recording. Designed with a radiation-hardened backplane, this 12-user slot chassis supports over 100 COTS plug-in modules without requiring built-in radiation protection. Its innovative design detects and corrects Single Event Latch-Ups (SEL), ensuring reliable operation in radiation-intensive environments. Optimized for minimal power consumption across mission stages, the KAM/CSB/12U is ideal for demanding space applications, offering cost-effective, mission-critical performance for launch vehicles, re-entry vehicles, and low Earth orbit satellites.
Key Features
- Radiation-hardened backplane for reliable operation in space
- Supports over 100 COTS plug-in modules, reducing costs
- Detects and corrects Single Event Latch-Ups (SEL) for uninterrupted performance
- 12-user slot chassis for flexible module configurations
- Minimized power consumption across mission phases
- Rugged design tailored for harsh space environments
- Compatible with DAS Studio 3 for integrated system configuration
- Supports data acquisition, processing, and recording tasks
- Eliminates need for module-specific radiation protection
- Proven reliability for mission-critical space applications
Applications
The KAM/CSB/12U Smart Backplane Chassis is engineered for defense and aerospace customers, particularly in space applications. It excels in mission-critical data handling for launch vehicles, ensuring reliable data acquisition during high-stress ascents. For re-entry vehicles, its radiation-hardened design supports robust performance under extreme conditions. In low Earth orbit satellites, the chassis enables efficient data processing and recording, critical for navigation, communication, and scientific payloads. Its ability to mitigate Single Event Latch-Ups makes it a trusted solution for defense and aerospace missions requiring uninterrupted operation in radiation-intensive environments.
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Curtiss-Wright KAM/CSB/12U Smart Backplane Chassis
