Rugged All-Weather Computers: Military Mobile Case Study

September 15, 2025

In military and defense applications, reliability, durability, and security reign supreme. In these environments, technology must endure extreme conditions including temperature changes, shock, and vibration while operating at peak performance. VarTech Systems has a proud history of rugged solutions that not only meet but exceed military standards.

As experts in developing tailored, mission-critical displays and computing solutions, we are a trusted partner in the defense sector.

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Customer Profile:

U.S. military integrator focused on advanced vehicle weapons systems for defense.

Their Challenge:

The customer needed a ruggedized, fully sealed computer solution for integration into a vehicle weapons launch system. The application required a rugged and weatherproof unit that could support high-performance computing with a powerful processor, substantial RAM, and a robust video capture card.

The solution had strict military requirements and specific installation criteria to adhere to. System components had to fit in a space-efficient design and facilitate a wide array of methods for connectivity that allowed for tight coupling with other mission-critical hardware.

VarTech's Solution:

VarTech Systems partnered closely with the customers’ engineering team to develop and produce a custom All-Weather computer to their specifications.

VarTech Systems' latest All-Weather computer model with console extreme mounting (left) and VESA mounting (right)
VarTech Systems' latest All-Weather computer model with console extreme mounting (left) and VESA mounting (right)

Our team provided:

  • A fully sealed IP67 design with a ruggedized architecture suitable for extreme conditions.
  • Top-notch processing power to support mission-critical applications.
  • MIL-STD 38999 connectors and a varied array of I/O ports for full compatibility with current and legacy systems.
  • Projected capacitive multi-touch technology with sunlight-readable touchscreens that could be used in the field while wearing gloves.
  • Custom cable routing.
  • An advanced video capture card to process data in real-time.

Field-Proven Results:

The customer successfully deployed their first batch of custom All-Weather units in the battlefield and exceeded mission critical performance requirements. The customer realized increased situational response times from the All-Weather’s enhanced processing power and video capture card and eliminated the equipment failures that were experienced using alternative rugged computing solutions.

The sturdy architecture, rugged design, and advanced capabilities of the All-Weather unit endured brutal outdoor operating conditions, severe weather, and constant shock and vibration effects while mounted on the military vehicles. The rugged All-Weather computer's durability not only lowered long-term maintenance costs but also increased the lifespan of the customer’s mission-critical hardware and technology on the battlefield.  

Following this All-Weather project’s success, VarTech Systems manufactured several batches of follow-on orders to build out the customer’s vehicle weapons fleet. VarTech continues to build on their position as a go-to provider of advanced military technology with continuous product innovation.

VarTech’s deep engineering excellence, rugged product durability, and custom engineered solutions further the company's reputation as a trusted defense partner, making strides across the defense sector by helping their customers secure operational superiority in the most challenging of environments.

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Based in Clemmons, North Carolina, VarTech Systems Inc. engineers and builds custom industrial and rugged computers, monitors, and HMIs.