KEY FEATURES / USER BENEFITS
Multi-purpose processing platform Conditioned power distribution to system modules Provisions for system expansion 3rd party development toolkit available Use of open systems architecture Full-duplex 10/100 base-T Ethernet switch with 16 high-integrity
ports Interfaces with MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, analog, and discrete
data
OVERVIEW
The Rockwell Collins Integrated Processing Center (IPC) is the primary
integrating component of the Flight2 architecture and another example of the
scalability of the Flight2 system. The IPC is a modular processing and data
networking system that can host multiple mission, flight management, or display
management processing functions while providing extensive functional growth
for additional applications. The IPC consists of reusable, common elements that were designed using
open system standards/industry standards and complies with numerous commercially
supported standards including IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, Peripheral Component Interface
(PCI), PCI Mezzanine Card (PMC) per IEEE 1386, OpenGL, and POSIX. The IPC's
open architecture features enable the integration of legacy sub-systems, as
well as, providing the ability to host 3rd party developed hardware and software
applications. The IPC (IPC-7000 series) has been selected for, and is being flown
on the USAF KC-135. It will also be integrated as part of the International
C-130, CN-235 and J-Stars upgrades. The ruggedized version of the IPC (IPC-8600
series) has been Integrated in Common Army Architecture (CAAS).
DESCRIPTION
The Rockwell Collins Integrated Processing Center provides a cost effective,
adaptable core processing capability and is the primary integrating component
of the Flight2 architecture. The architecture and modular components of the
IPC share common technology developed to serve all three markets (Air Transport,
Business and Regional, and Government) addressed by Rockwell Collins businesses.
The IPC provides multiple modular processing resources that are interfaced
to an avionics quality Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN) that is compliant
with commercial standards and data protocols. The Ethernet backplane provides
high bandwidth for transfer of large amounts of information required for present
and future avionics needs. Modules can be installed to interface with MIL-STD-1553,
ARINC 429, analog and discrete data. The Ethernet LAN can be bridged to fiber
channel or other commercial networks simply by adding an optional PMC mezzanine
card. Additionally, display modules can be added with a choice of analog
video, SMPTE 259, SEMPTE 292 or fiber channel outputs to the system displays.
The IPC is well suited for complex and extensive avionics integration
jobs on large platforms. A high integrity real time operating system allows
multiple applications to be hosted on each processor as independent virtual
machines. The robust partitioning implementation fully complies with civil
certification standards including RTCA DO-178B. The IPC complies with Open
System Standards/Industry Standards including IEEE 802.3 Ethernet, Peripheral
Component Interface (PCI), PCI Mezzanine Card (PMC) per IEEE 1386, and POSIX.
IPC-7010
The IPC modular cabinet architecture consists of a cabinet populated
with a series of Line Replaceable Modules (LRMs) including a: Common Computing Module (CCM) Data Switching Module (DSM) Power and Environmental Module (PEM) Input/Output Concentrator Module (IOC)
CCM-7010
The CCM module is a high performance, general purpose computer utilizing
a family of Power PC Processors. Each CCM module is a combination of hardware
and software capable of hosting multiple applications at different criticality
levels. The Common Processing Resource (CPR) which is coupled to a LAN bus
node to support a redundant LAN connection to the system LAN hub providing
a high-speed interface to the LAN node from the processor.
DSM-7010
The DSM module includes a Local Area Network (LAN) switching function
for the Ethernet LAN in a hub and spoke configuration. This architecture
supports critical avionics data transfer, full duplex operation, low latency
with required determinism, and provides growth to support increased data transfer
rates. A dual switch configuration is available to increase system fault
tolerance
PEM-7010 / 7015
The PEM module is comprised of Dual Power Conditioning Units (PCUs)
with power line transient protection and load-shed capability to minimize
power requirements during emergency battery operation. The power supplies
are designed to be independent, so failures occurring within one power supply
do not affect the function of the other power supply. Each power supply has
the capability to support the IPCs full load, with load sharing provided during
normal operation. Both 115VAC, 400 Hz 3 Phase (PEM-7010) and 115VAC, 400 Hz
Single Phase (PEM-7015) power supply models are available.
IOC-7010
The IOC module interfaces to standard legacy ARINC 429 interfaces,
discrete I/O, and provides a Real Time clock function. ARINC receivers and
transmitters are easily configured in support of future upgrades.
TYPICAL SYSTEM
The IPC configuration for each specific aircraft platform is achieved
through a building-block approach, which uses a suite of modules that are
standard components across the Rockwell Collins business units. These modules
perform centralized application processing as well as input/output (I/O) data
concentration from peripheral subsystems and devices. An avionics-qualified
dual-redundant, full duplex 100 base-TX Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN)
configured in a hub-and spoke topology forms the next-generation data transfer
system for all inter- and intra-IPC data transfers. Rockwell Collins has several software products that serve as non-developmental
items/commercial off-the-shelf (NDI/COTS) building blocks in the IPC including:
Commercial Flight Management function Military Flight Management and communication management functions Mission Management functions Display processing I/O data concentration and server functions Sensor control Centralized maintenance
Support Offerings
Product Information Material is normally available at no charge and
can be obtained by contacting GS Customer Relations:
Phone: 800-321-2223 or (319)-295-5100
Fax: (319)-295-4777
Email: <response@rockwellcollins.com>
Website: http://www.rockwellcollins.com/gs
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