In many defense applications, the biggest challenge is not performance – but the environment.
Saltwater, vibrations, extreme temperatures, direct sunlight and high-speed movement all place unique demands on systems that must remain fully operational at all times.
In this session, Expando shares the story behind Expando Storm – a rugged control and computing platform developed based on real operational needs from the Swedish Armed Forces.
Rather than focusing on specifications, we explore the challenges that shaped the solution:
- How do you design operator systems that remain usable on a high-speed RIB boat in open sea?
- How do you ensure visibility and control in direct sunlight, heavy motion and harsh weather?
- What does it take to build systems that perform reliably in both mobile land platforms and naval environments?
We will discuss how extreme environmental conditions – rather than ideal lab scenarios – drove the design decisions, from display technology (including NVIS compatibility) to physical interfaces and system robustness.
This session highlights how real-world conditions are redefining what “rugged” truly means in modern defense systems.
Hvordan er denne programposten koblet til teknologi?
Focus on rugged systems, embedded computing and control interfaces designed for extreme environmental conditions.
