Medha’s MAVHCB-VPX3 is a rugged, high-performance carrier board designed for advanced embedded computing applications. Built in a compact 3U VPX form factor and based on the AMD Artix™ 7 FPGA, the board supports the integration of System-on-Module (SoM) computing solutions for aerospace, defence and other mission-critical applications.
Engineered for operation in demanding environments, the MAVHCB-VPX3 combines high-speed processing, flexible system integration, multiple communication interfaces and platform security within a scalable VPX-based architecture.
Key Features
- SoM Integration: Supports System-on-Module computing solutions through a high-density QSH interface.
- High-Speed Connectivity: Provides PCI Express Gen2 connectivity for communication with system peripherals and expansion modules.
- Ethernet Interfaces: Supports three Gigabit Ethernet ports and two 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet ports.
- FPGA-Based Processing: Incorporates an AMD Artix™ 7 FPGA for application-specific processing, protocol handling and custom interface implementation.
- Board Management: Features a Texas Instruments Tiva™ C Series microcontroller for board monitoring, control, management and security functions.
- Multiple Rear I/O Interfaces: Supports RS-422, RS-232, I²C, SPI and general-purpose input/output interfaces.
- Secure Architecture: Provides tamper-protection capabilities for applications requiring enhanced platform security.
- Rugged Construction: Designed in a conduction-cooled 3U VPX form factor for deployment in harsh environmental conditions.
- Lifecycle Performance: Engineered for high reliability, maintainability and extended operational life.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | MAVHCB-VPX3 |
| Form Factor | 3U custom VPX |
| FPGA | AMD Artix™ 7 |
| Board Management Controller | Texas Instruments Tiva™ TM4C129XNCZAD |
| Gigabit Ethernet | 3 × 1 Gbps Ethernet ports |
| Fast Ethernet | 2 × 100 Mbps Ethernet ports |
| PCI Express | 4 × 1-lane PCI Express Gen2 interfaces |
| Rear I/O | RS-422 and RS-232 |
| Serial Interfaces | 3.3 V I²C and SPI |
| General-Purpose I/O | GPIO interfaces |
| Cooling | Conduction-cooled |
| Operating Temperature | –40°C to +71°C |
| Input Power | VPX +12 V through VS1 |
| Security | Tamper-protection capability |



