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Distributed Impact Detection System
DIDS is a wireless distributed network of impact detection nodes. As a network the DIDS utilizes triangulation to determine the impact location.
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Hit Detection Systems
Invocon provides multiple hit detection systems capable of detecting and reporting high-speed impacts. These systems have been used to detect high-speed projectile impacts on rockets and other space structures. Invocon has developed multiple impact detection systems using wire-break, hit panel, and acoustic emission type methods.
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Integrated Pulse Coded Modulation Encoder (iPCMe)
The Integrated PCM Encoder (iPCMe) provides a significant number of data channels for remote sensing in a highly integrated configuration. With over 100 channels of input in a small package, the iPCMe is designed as a low-cost solution for a broad range of telemetry applications. Every aspect of the Encoder’s design is intended to simplify integration…
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Solid State Latching Power Switch (SSLPS)
Invocon’s Solid State Latching Power Switch (SSLPS) provides switching control of an external DC power source with controls for up to 4 switched outputs.
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Shuttle Missions
Invocon systems have been present on 38 Shuttle missions as early as STS-69. Invocon systems were present on the following missions: Flight Launch Invocon System(s) STS-135 7/8/2011 EWB MicroTAU STS-134 5/16/2011 EWB MicroTAU STS-133 2/24/2011 EWB MicroTAU STS-132 5/14/2010 EWB MicroTAU STS-131 4/5/2010 EWB MicroTAU STS-130 2/8/2010 EWB MicroTAU STS-129 11/16/2009 EWB MicroTAU STS-128 8/28/2009…
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Capacitive Discharge Initiator (CDI)
Invocon’s Capacitive Discharge Initiator (CDI) Module provides missile control and monitoring capabilities in a single compact unit. It enables safe operation and monitoring of ordnance.
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Multi-Channel Event Sequencer
Invocon’s event sequencer is a flight qualified solution for monitoring and initiating flight events. It includes 8 channels of open drain outputs for assertion of timed events via relays or other devices. Each channel provides up to 3 Amps of current. The voltage level available at the output is equal to the sequencer’s input voltage…
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Lithium Smart Battery
The Invocon 28V Rechargeable Smart Battery uses modern lithium-ion polymer battery technology to deliver high-performance reliable power to rocket and airframe avionics.
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External Wireless Instrumentation System (EWIS™)
Historical Invocon developed the External Wireless Instrumentation System (EWIS) to provide long-term structural dynamics measurements of the International Space Station (ISS) solar array trusses while deployed on-orbit. Due to the rotating joints that allow the solar arrays to track the sun throughout the orbit, installing wired sensors was prohibitively expensive and complex. The wireless interface…
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Enhanced Wide-Band Micro-miniature Tri-axial Accelerometer Unit (EWB MicroTAU™)
Historical The Enhanced Wide-Band Micro-Miniature Tri-Axial Accelerometer Unit (EWB MicroTAU) system is a wireless, high-speed, synchronized data acquisition network for dynamic acceleration sensing, recording, and processing applications. The system includes EWB MicroTAU Remote Units, a Receiver Unit, and the Graphical User Interface (GUI). The EWB MicroTAU Remote Unit is a small, battery-powered, autonomous, wireless device designed for trigger initiated…