Kontron launches µDARC ruggedized Microserver for defense networked operations

Sets new standards for compactness, weight and energy efficiency

Toulon, France, May 13, 2025 – Kontron, a leading global provider of IoT/Embedded Computer Technology (ECT), announces the immediate availability of the µDARC ultra-rugged, compact and resilient portable Microserver dedicated to mission-critical mobile applications in demanding defense environments.

Based on a high efficiency, high performance NXP Arm^® i.MX8X quad-core processor and integrating multiple I/Os, Kontron µDARC is the most compact, lightweight and energy efficient Microserver solution on the market and is designed for harsh tactical edge computing environments. Providing essential computing power and connectivity for the net-centric operations, µDARC is ideally suited for managing real-time data collection and transmission applications for Wearable devices, UGVs including LiDAR, GPS and cameras, UAVs for object recognition, path planning and telemetry aggregation, Gateway/Cybersecurity, and Health Monitoring.

Designed and manufactured in Europe, this highly interoperable pre-integrated and pre-validated mission computer is ITAR free and enables reduced costs and timelines when designing and integrating mission systems using modified Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) solutions. This also offers the benefit of reduced time to market and rapid deployment with the introduction of new technology while also facilitating technical upgrades and refreshes.

Offering excellent power efficiency of less than 5 Watts, an ultra-compact, lightweight IP67 sealed enclosure of just 735g measuring 59.2 x 111 x 38.4 mm, the Kontron µDARC is available now with a guaranteed production availability of at least 10 years. A dedicated long-term services package is also available beyond the end-of-life date, and a warranty extension of up to 5 years can be provided.

“Kontron µDARC ticks all the boxes as a micro rugged defense computer capable of delivering performance and reliability in a small form factor, safety, cyber security, life cycle cost and maintenance, and risk and time to market,” said Sébastien Vitre, Kontron Product Manager, Rugged Systems. “Its small form factor, robust and reliable design, light weight and low consumption are suited to any SWaP-constrained mission requiring the processing of data and connecting different equipment in the field.”

Further information:

For more information, please visit: https://www.kontron.com/en/products/udarc/p187289

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About Kontron

Kontron AG (www.kontron.com, ISIN AT0000A0E9W5, WKN A0X9EJ, KTN) is a leading IoT technology company. For more than 20 years, Kontron has been helping companies from a wide range of industries to achieve economic goals with intelligent solutions. From automated industrial processes, smarter and safer transport to advanced communication, connectivity, medical and energy solutions, the company offers its customers value-adding technologies. With the acquisition of Katek SE at the beginning of 2024, Kontron is significantly strengthening its portfolio with the new GreenTec division with the areas of solar energy and eMobility and employs around 7,000 people in more than 20 countries worldwide. Kontron is listed on the SDAX^® and TecDAX^® of the German Stock Exchange.

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