Simulation, Hardware
Battlefield-ready hardware
Published on 8/6/2025
Beyond software and simulation, our team also modifies and ruggedizes computing hardware for military use.
From circuit-level rework to custom I/O panels, we turn commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) devices into mission-tough systems.
Battlefield-ready hardware by Adapt-e
Beyond software and simulation, our team also modifies and ruggedizes computing hardware for military use.
From circuit-level rework to custom I/O panels, we turn commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) devices into mission-tough systems.
What we do
| Service | Example tasks |
|---|---|
| PCB rework & re-soldering | Replacing BGA components, re-balling GPUs/CPUs, adding high-temperature conformal coatings. |
| Custom connector retrofits | Swapping fragile USB/RJ-45 ports for sealed MIL-DTL-38999 or Nano D-sub interfaces. |
| Cable & harness fabrication | Building shielded, low-EMI looms with military-grade braid and over-molded strain reliefs. |
| Ruggedization & hardening | Upgrading chassis with vibration-dampened mounts, shock absorbers, and IP-rated gaskets. |
| Thermal management upgrades | Designing heat-pipe assemblies and installing high-flow, low-noise fans for desert or arctic ops. |
| Secure power integration | Adding filtered DC inputs, transient suppression, and NATO 24 V vehicle power compatibility. |
Why it matters
- Survivability — Gear that shrugs off dust, moisture, recoil, and long-haul transport.
- Interoperability — Standardized connectors mean faster swaps between vehicles, command posts, and dismounted kits.
- Lifecycle savings — Extending a laptop’s life beats buying an all-new mil-spec platform.
- Operational security — Soldered, sealed components reduce tamper risks and accidental data exposure.
Typical projects
- Converting gaming-grade mini-PCs into silent mission-planning nodes with mil-spec IO.
- Re-housing tablets inside IP68 aluminum enclosures for vehicle dashboards.
- Building multi-screen command-post kits that run off a single filtered DC source.
- Adding crypto-module slots and secure-erase triggers to field laptops.
Need your computers as tough as your troops?
we’ll build, solder, and seal to your spec.
Adapt-e team