INSIDE UEI: Our Team Blog

Moving to a Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) digital backbone is a critical part of modernizing aerospace and defense systems. This shift is possible due to the use of TSN adapters and/or bridges, which integrate legacy systems/interfaces (ARINC-429, MIL-STD-1553, RS422/485, discrete and analog I/O, and CAN bus) into Ethernet networks.

In industries where failure is not an option—defense, aerospace, automotive, energy—equipment must perform flawlessly under extreme conditions. Whether it's scorching heat, bone-chilling cold, high vibration, or signal interference, in-situ rugged testing ensures that systems can withstand the real-world environments they’re built for. Data acquisition (DAQ) solutions which capture, process, and analyze data from systems and sensors throughout the test are right at the heart of it.

In the high-stakes world of aviation, communication isn’t just between pilots and air traffic control—it’s happening constantly between the aircraft’s internal and external systems. This silent, digital dialogue is what keeps planes flying safely, efficiently, and intelligently.

In a specialized aerospace lab, engineers use a UEI-built data acquisition system to capture ultra-precise vibration data from a high-speed jet engine prototype. Central to the setup are UEI’s simultaneous sampling I/O boards. They enable accurate monitoring of turbine blades, acoustic patterns, and structural resonance. The system’s true power emerges when scaled for broader applications. Read more.

The Department of Defense (DoD) relies heavily on advanced test sets to evaluate and validate the performance, safety, and reliability of smart munitions. These systems are built around robust data acquisition and control technologies, which enable precise monitoring of electrical, mechanical, and parameters during testing.

In many aerospace, defense, and industrial applications, preserving existing cable infrastructure is not just convenient—it’s essential. But integrating new hardware often means navigating a maze of incompatible connectors, custom wiring, and costly modifications. Traditional solutions involve messy “sky wiring,” internal rewiring, or complete harness overhauls that waste time and money. That’s where UEI steps in.

The industry is undergoing a significant shift, moving away from traditional synchro and resolver-based input systems toward digital rotational position sensors. This transformation is driven by the growing demand for higher precision, efficiency, and ease of integration in various applications.

Adding the Intel x6425RE processor to the robust UEIPAC line of programmable automation controllers enhances UEI’s already strong product flexibility by giving our customers more options for customizing performance to meet specific needs and improving adaptability in various aerospace, industrial, ATE, and defense testing environments.