Defense and Security
Robust, low-power motion systems with extreme precision enable
smaller, high-performance systems for defense and security
With their tiny size and high precision, New Scale's actuators
and micro-mechatronic modules are ideal for defense and security
applications from biometrics to munitions control. We offer
production-ready M3 modules as well as custom solutions for defense
and security applications including:
- Biometrics, eye tracking and IR cameras. From
identification (iris scanning) to instrument control (eye
tracking), focus modules enable miniature camera systems with
improved speed, versatility and accuracy. Learn more about
biometrics applications.
- Targeting systems. Compact linear motion modules
provide precision control for extremely accurate laser
targeting. View the
video.
- Active tuning. Create smaller, high-power RF and
microwave tuning circuits for field-tunable base station
transmitters and receivers, delivering extended communication
bandwidth. Use in spectral tuning systems and software defined
radio. Control gratings for optical tuning in field-portable
spectroscopy and biological/chemical detection systems.
View the video or
learn more about these tuning
applications.
- Active stabilization. Piezo actuators and closed-loop
modules enable gun sight and laser stabilization systems that
are small, light weight, low power... and extremely precise.
- UAV / UAG controls. Compact motion modules provide
precision flight control in unmanned aerial and ground vehicles.
- Missile and munitions controls. Custom rotary
actuators offer high torque, high speed and high precision in
extremely thin packages. The non-magnetic actuators will not
interfere with magnetometer navigation systems, and are designed
for high-G launch forces.
See the proof of concept.
- Astronomical systems. Custom actuators include
high-torque rotary
micro motors for fiber optic positioning in a wide-field
multi-object spectrometer, as well as custom UHV and cryogenic
motion systems.
Benefits
New Scale actuators and M3 micro mechatronic modules are:
- Small and light-weight for field-portable systems
- Precise for extremely accurate positioning and
targeting
- Quiet for stealth operations
- Robust, drop-tested and hardened for high reliability
in field environments
- Efficient, battery-operated devices with lower power
consumption than traditional micro motors
Solutions
M3 micro-mechatronics modules are complete closed-loop
motion systems with high precision and tiny footprints. Each module
incorporates a piezoelectric motor, position sensor and drive
electronics - no external controller is needed. You supply 3V power
and high-level commands from your system processor using a standard
I2C or SPI serial interface.
Commercial off-the-shelf modules include the
M3-F focus module and the M3-L linear motion
module.
Configurable modules, rapid customization. We can quickly
configure M3 motion modules to your specific application. See our
M3 module design platform.
Custom solutions. Using our depth of expertise in
piezoelectric motion systems, we work with you to develop exactly
what you need in high-performance miniature motion. See our
custom motion systems for
examples and capabilities.
Learn more
Contact us today to discuss your
defense and security applications.
