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The MathWorks

Xilinx and MathWorks engineers work together to develop the most robust, easy to use solution for implementing multi-rate DSP designs that enable TeraMACs/s applications.

Curtiss-Wright Controls Embedded Computing

Curtiss-Wright Controls Embedded Computing produces FPGA based high-performance computing and I/O COTS products for the aerospace and defense markets.

Pentek, Inc.

FPGA IP Cores including FFTs, digital receivers and pulse compressions algorithms. DSP, Data Acquisition, Software Radio boards and system solutions.

Interconnect Systems, Inc.

ISI and Nallatech design, manufacture a wide range of modular FPGA solutions.

Key Documents

Xilinx understands the relentless push in today’s rapidly changing global environment to create increasingly complex electronics systems with shorter design cycles. The Xilinx Defense offering includes a full range of off-the-shelve, reprogrammable commercial and defense-grade devices; along with application-specific tools, IP and boards that give developers the ability to productize new capabilities.

Largest Portfolio of Defense-grade FPGAs:

Pin-compatible migration path from commercial grade devices
True extended temperature range product offering (fully tested I, M and Q temperature ranges)
Mask-set pedigree
Packaging variants including ruggedized packaging
Tin-whiskering mitigation and solvent cleaning processes protection
QML-certified product offerings and manufacturing flows

Currently Deployed Defense Applications

Applications	Details
Avionics	Infotainment and display systems Exhaustive analysis of FPGAs for neutron SEUs IP for scrubbing configuration memory cells
Electronic Warfare	Chosen by the top five equipment manufacturers High-performance FPGAs for jamming, self-protection and electronic support measures Advanced signal processing and embedded processing
Milcom	Leaders in SWAP-C optimized solutions SDR development kits Partnerships with key government agencies and program offices
MilSatCom	Embedded PowerPC® processor blocks for enabling best integrated processing solution Multi-gigabit transceivers for high-rate data transfer Largest logic densities, highest-performance and lowest-power solution
Missiles and Munitions	Used in most of the world's leading missile designs Integrated PowerPC processors, DSP engines, logic, and high-speed links EO/IR, imaging, and radar real-time DSP processing Guidance, control, target tracking, and RF applications
Radar	Extreme SWAP-C benefits in active array radars Advanced signal processing capabilities Ability to upgrade firmware after deployment
Secure Solutions	World’s first single-chip FPGA Type I cryptographic solution Support for Cryptographic Modernization Initiative Silicon, tools and IP available today
Signals Intelligence	Supporting the needs of the US and international SIGINT and law enforcement personnel Robust signal processing capabilities for reliable detection of signals under extreme conditions High-speed transceivers for increased communications channel capacity Providing flexibility for systems that monitor and detect signals across a wide frequency range
UAV	Guidance and navigation control for currently deployed UAVs Embedded PowerPC processor blocks for control plane processing Image processing IP for target recognition and engagement