Aerospace, Defense and Satellite eBook
Vicor has been a trusted partner in aerospace and defense power solutions since 1981, delivering high-performance, MIL-COTS power modules that combine high density, efficiency, and reliability for air, ground, shipboard, and space applications. This eBook presents real-world case studies demonstrating how Vicor power modules enable mission-critical systems — from HALE UAVs and vehicle-mounted radios to tethered ROVs and satellite platforms — by solving complex power delivery challenges within strict size, weight, and power (SWaP) constraints. Technical articles explore emerging topics such as New Space power requirements, MOSA/SOSA/VPX open architectures, and radiation-tolerant power electronics design. Supported by FAQs, a comprehensive glossary, and engineering tools, this resource serves as a definitive reference for defense and aerospace power engineers.
In this guide, you'll explore
- DCM DC-DC converters deliver an 11kW solution the size of a tablet computer, weighing only 215g, doubling internal bus power for HALE UAVs without exceeding space constraints.
- MIL-COTS DCM3623 provides 800W/in³ power density, enabling well-regulated 48V at over 1kW for vehicle-mounted battlefield communication radios.
- Bidirectional BCM bus converters operating at up to 98% efficiency significantly reduce tether size, weight, and drag for extended-mission tethered ROV operations.
- Technical coverage of New Space, MOSA/SOSA/VPX open architectures, and radiation-tolerant power design reflects Vicor's leadership in next-generation defense platforms.
- A modular power architecture approach allows scalable, future-proof designs — adding or replacing modules to accommodate evolving power needs across all mission profiles.