Introduction

 

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is accelerating the tactical capability of the military more than ever before. Many new combat and weapons systems utilize embedded AI, making them more efficient and less dependent on human operation.

Furthermore, SWaP (Reduced Size, Weight, and Power) requirements are also impacting artificial intelligence design. Now and in the future, many military systems will be susceptible to SWaP-constraints, which challenge the assumptions of today’s AI solutions.

7Starlake excels in designing unparalleled military computers for harsh environments. From polar regions to the desert, from jungle environments to high altitude, 7Starlake’s rugged computers have the capability to withstand the operational environment. Tested to MIL-STD standards exacting levels of conformity, 7Starlake products can operate at full capacity in extreme conditions. 7Starlake believes in meeting 100% of our customers’ expectations for the design, quality of build, and customer service levels in the supply of rugged and custom-built computer systems.

Multi GPU Server - AV701-X2

As a Multi GPU Server, AV701-X2 features a built in EBX OXY5741 SBC powered by Intel 9th XEON E-2276ML (6 Cores, Max Turbo up to 4.2GHz). Fusing 2 x NVIDIA QUADRO P5000 MXM with 2 x USB, 2 x LAN, 2 x COM, 3 x DVI and 300W Military Standard 18V~36V DC-In power module, AV701-X2 is an optimum choice for high performance computing, demanding graphics applications, GPU-accelerated data processing, yet ruggedized enough for harsh environments.

AV701-X2 not only meets EMI / EMC requirements, but also sustains heavy vibrations up to 10Grms. In addition, with mezzanine type connectors, the completed system can support up to 75G shock. Thus, it can be deployed in unmanned vehicles, fighters, helicopters and battleship as well.

 

 

 

EBX with 2 x Quadro P5000 MXM GPU

 

AV701-X2 is regarded as a StackPC with rugged stackable PCIe/104 & FPE connectors featuring flexibility and modularity. This combination allows to minimize the numbers of wired connections inside the enclosure while achieving a goal to keep high performance computing and anti-vibration & shock capability.

Following PCIe/104 type II and FPE expansion standard , AV701-X2 is able to build a stackable architecture with dense GPU for mission computing, demanding graphics generation applications, this platform can be extended up to 2 GPU in one CPU host module.

How to extend dense GPU?

FPE (G1~G2)

Xeon E-2276ML processor belonging to Coffee-Lake (H) platform, which can provide FPE up to PCIe x16 signal upstream supporting two Quadro P5000 MXM (G1~G2) via SK223 (FPE to Mini SAS riser card) and SK224 (Mini SAS to MXM riser card).

 

MIL-STD-1275/704 Power Supply

AV701-X2 is designed with MIL-STD-1275/704, protecting against vehicle/aircrafts voltage surges, spikes and transients, and even electromagnetic interference. This characteristic is well suited for the strictest military requirement and delivers optimal performance in harsh conditions.

 

 

SK711, the power board adopted by AV701-X2, supports input range from 18V to 36V. Compliant with MIL-STD 1275/461, SK711 performs as an ideal converter module for severe environment. The Cosel Hi-Rel DC/DC CONVERTER also provides ,Output Over Current Protection (OCP), Output Overvoltage Protection (OVP) and Over Temperature Protection (OTP) to made stability and safety. Module Compliance with MIL-STD-461C/D/E Standards. Furthermore, with parallel design, two SK711 combining can generate double power of 300W, supporting prominent system performance.