VNX+ is the ANSI/VITA 90 family of standards for enhanced small-form-factor embedded systems. It builds on the VITA 74 VNX mechanical framework and addresses improved processing capability, system versatility and SWaP efficiency for rugged embedded computing applications.

What is the Kontron VNX+ Rugged Edge AI Platform?

The Kontron VNX+ Rugged Edge AI Platform is a technology preview and reference-platform initiative for compact, modular mission computing. Kontron is developing the platform to explore VNX+ architectures for edge processing, AI and mission functions in SWaP-constrained systems.

What applications is VNX+ designed for?

VNX+ is relevant to compact, SWaP-constrained embedded systems. Potential applications include UAVs, autonomous and robotic platforms, aviation, vehicles, C5ISR and other applications requiring rugged, high-performance embedded computing operating under tight SWaP constraints.

Why is Kontron developing a VNX+ platform?

Autonomous and distributed platforms continue to demand more processing capability, AI functionality and mission integration within smaller SWaP envelopes. VNX+ provides a framework for exploring how these requirements can be addressed through compact modular architectures.

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VNX+

Rugged Edge AI Platform

Compact, modular mission computing for autonomous and SWaP-constrained systems.

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VNX+: Extending modular computing to the tactical edge

VNX+ is based on the ANSI/VITA 90 family of standards for enhanced small-form-factor embedded systems.

Building upon the VNX mechanical framework, VNX+ is designed to address requirements for greater processing capability, system versatility and SWaP efficiency in rugged embedded applications.

For system architects, VNX+ creates an opportunity to apply modular computing principles in platforms where conventional embedded architectures can become difficult to accommodate.

The result is a compact mission computing approach that combines modularity, ruggedization and system scalability within a small footprint.

Compact

Modular

Rugged

Built for the edge

From modules to a mission platform

Following the proven VPX approach, Kontron evolves VNX+ from modular building blocks to complete rugged edge systems, reducing integration risk and accelerating deployement.

This approach builds on Kontron's experience in rugged embedded computing, VPX systems, edge AI platforms and system-level integration for defense and mission-critical applications.

Processing

AI Acceleration

Mission I/O

Connectivity

System Integration

Open and modular by design

VNX+ extends the concept of modular plug-in computing into a significantly smaller system architecture. The VITA 90 family includes standards covering the base architecture, profiles, power, cooling and mounting, as well as optical and RF connectivity options.

For defense system architects, that creates an opportunity to consider compact computing architectures that can evolve as processing technologies and mission requirements change.