Data Acquisition ARM Module
Falcon series Data Acquisition ARM Module is a compact data acquisition module
featuring an ARM-based microcontroller and multi-channel analog-to-digital conversion capabilities.
featuring an ARM-based microcontroller and multi-channel analog-to-digital conversion capabilities.
Rugged SOSA aligned SBC for Defense and aerospace systems
Key Features
ARM Cortex-A5 processor-based MCU up to 500 MHz for control and data handling
Onboard 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM and 8 GB eMMC Flash for buffering and storage
Multi-channel high-speed ADC for analog input acquisition (up to 16-bit resolution)
Ethernet interface for real-time data streaming (10/100 Mbps)
Rich I/O: SPI, I2C, UARTs, and GPIO for sensor interfacing
Advanced security functions and low-power operation for remote deployments
PMC form factor for stack integration or standalone use
Supports multiple operating systems/BSPs (e.g., Linux)
Overview
- It provides cost-effective, small form-factor reliable data capture and Ethernet streaming for sensor inputs.
- Designed for rugged environments, it offloads data acquisition tasks from the host and is ideal for integrating analog sensors into defense and aerospace systems.
Specifications
| Features | Specifications |
| Processor & Chipset | ARM Cortex-A5 MCU (Atmel SAM9 family at 500 MHz) with integrated peripheral controllers |
| Memory | 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM; 8 GB eMMC Flash; 4 MB NOR Flash for bootloader |
| I/O Interfaces | 10/100 Ethernet (RJ45 or P14 connector); 2 × UART; SPI, I2C buses; 8 × GPIO; USB 2.0 device port |
| Expansion slots | PMC form factor (PCI interface to host or carrier) |
| Storage | 8 GB eMMC on-board; SD card slot for removable storage |
| Environmental | Operating temperature -40 °C to +70 °C (industrial range); conformal coating for humidity and salt fog; shock/vibe per MIL-STD-810 |
| Compliance | PMC IEEE 1386 compliant module |
Application Areas
Data acquisition in electronic intelligence (ELINT) and surveillance receivers
Instrumentation and test equipment for radar/sonar signal capture
High-speed analog sensor interfacing in defense research projects
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