On June 16, VITA announced the ratification by ANSI of the OpenVPX system specification under ANSI/VITA 65.0-2010. OpenVPX is the architecture framework that defines system-level VPX interoperability for multi-vendor, multi-module, integrated system environments.
"Major industry buyers came to us to get an architectural framework for VPX in place, and quickly," said Ray Alderman, executive director of VITA. "The VITA 65 working group responded start to finish in less than 14 months, which is quite incredible given the scope of the project."
According to a press release, VPX is gaining design wins in many data-intensive applications where performance in throughput and high-computing density (e.g. size) are critical factors. Sample applications where VPX systems are expected to be deployed in the coming year include signal and video processing, radar, communications, transportation, and control and management.
Related Story: VITA ratifies OpenVPX specification
VPX is a broadly defined technology that utilizes a variety of contemporary switch fabric technologies in 3U and 6U Eurocard format modules. The OpenVPX framework delineates clear interoperability points necessary for integrating module to module, module to backplane, and chassis. OpenVPX is to evolve and incorporate new fabric, connector, and system technologies as new standards are defined.
In support of the VPX family of specifications, VITA members have been releasing products suited to applications ranging from backplanes and chassis to 3U and 6U boards of various types. With the completion of this specification, suppliers may now identify their products with the specific profile information necessary to make product selection.
SOURCE: VITA News Release
