Background

Industry: Aerospace Manufacture 

Region: India

SolutionPV25P-M280

 

  

Challenges

Solutions

Ensuring stability in demanding aerospace environments for data logging.

Apacer’s PV25P-M280 PCIe SSD has a 2TB capacity and adaptive power consumption modes.

Requirement for local, in-person support and detailed technical specifications.

Comprehensive research and support were provided by Apacer’s local engineering team in India.

 

Results

The client selected Apacer's SSD to ensure the data logger met performance and stability requirements.PV25P-M280 delivered low latency, excellent data transfer speeds, and reduced power consumption. Successful prototyping led to additional orders and plans for future collaboration. 

 

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Executive Summary

A leading aerospace manufacturer faced challenges with sourcing a stable and efficient SSD for their data logger, essential for recording critical data in harsh conditions. They needed a solution that offered low latency, high data transfer speeds, and variable power modes to optimize power consumption. Apacer provided itPV25P-M280, a 2TB PCIe SSD, along with in-depth technical support from its local engineering team in India. This collaboration enabled the client to meet their data logging requirements with optimal performance, leading to additional orders and future project engagements.

   

  

Challenges

In the aerospace industry, SSDs must deliver low latency, high data transfer speeds, and reliable performance, even in the most demanding environments. Stability is paramount, as any disruption in data logging could compromise mission-critical operations.

 

The client, a key player in the aerospace sector, sought an SSD solution that not only met these technical demands but also came with comprehensive support. They required detailed specifications for each SSD component to ensure compatibility with their data logger, as well as local and on-site assistance to guarantee smooth integration into their systems. Additionally, the potential for SSD detection failures due to vibration was a significant concern, presenting a critical risk that needed to be mitigated to ensure the device's success in aerospace applications.

 

 

Solutions & Technologies

Apacer recommended the PV25P-M280, a high-performance PCIe SSD with a 2TB capacity, specifically suited for aerospace applications. This SSD offers various power management modes to reduce power consumption while maintaining exceptional read and write speeds. To address the client’s stringent requirements, Apacer’s engineering and FAE teams provided detailed technical information, including read/write speeds in Gen3 x4 and Gen4 x4 modes, total Drive Writes per Day (DWPD), and in-depth component specifications.

 

Apacer’s local team in India, bolstered by the company’s Make In India initiative, played a key role in providing real-time support. Multilingual staff were available to assist with the client’s inquiries, ensuring quick resolution to technical challenges. This thorough support helped the client make an informed decision before beginning their field tests.

 

 

Benefits

  • Real-time Local Support: Apacer’s India-based team provided in-country assistance, delivering timely information on specifications, cost, and post-sales support.
  • Low Latency & High Performance: The PV25P-M280 enabled the client’s data logger to process incoming data swiftly and without interruption.
  • Adaptive Power Consumption: The SSD’s multiple operating modes reduced power consumption, increasing the device’s operational flexibility in different environments.
  • Reliable SSD Detection: Secure mounting of the PV25P-M280 ensured continuous operation without detection failures, which is crucial in vibration-prone aerospace environments.

 

The client’s rigorous testing demonstrated that the PV25P-M280 exceeded their expectations for both performance and reliability. Satisfied with the results, they placed additional orders for their prototyping phase and are considering Apacer SSDs for future projects.