Editorial

How Independent Verification & Validation Uncovers the Unknown

We we think about air travel today, we often associate it with flight delays, long security lines, and uncomfortable seats. However, in the early days of aviation, flying was considered more luxurious. Perhaps the first plane to provide this type…

Why ChatGPT Isn’t Replacing Humans Anytime Soon

Even if it was capable of truly simulating a human—you would still need a human to guide the tool, meaning it won’t ever really replace workers, it will only ever empower them to perform even more efficiently by leveraging new technology. Just like we always have.

Challenges of Independent Verification & Validation of Intelligent Systems

(This piece was written by ChatGPT. Learn more about this experiment here) Independent Verification and Validation (IV&V) is an important process for ensuring the safety and reliability of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) software systems that are used…

Four Examples of SiMD IV&V Gone Wrong

As medical devices grow more complex, so too does the software that drives them. While FDA medical device regulations are among the strictest in the world, devices can still get to market with hidden problems that have potential to cause great harm if not found quickly.

NVIS Display Selection Guide

Certain operating environments for ruggedized systems call for the need to be unseen. This is where Night Vision Imaging Systems (NVIS) come in. In simplest terms, these infrared-driven solutions allow operators to use their tactical equipment, without emitting significant light.…

Pros and Cons of Agile Development for Safety-Critical Applications

Agile software development methods are growing increasingly popular in product development. You can see why—an emphasis on speed, collaboration, and innovation sounds like a great concept. However, in safety-critical applications, there are concerns that agile methodology is insufficient in ensuring…

Five Benefits of Working with US-Based Manufacturers

Over the last several decades, the commercial world has become smaller and smaller. While there are many contributing factors, trade policies and technological advances such as the Internet are considered the biggest ones. Regardless of the exact influences, they all…

Key Considerations when Sourcing a Sealed Monitor

For most monitor applications, a standard off-the-shelf unit gets the job done. But there are certain situations that require a sealed monitor to protect it from the elements. Uses vary from car washes, boats, grain silos, mining, to explosive and…

Why You Want an Extended Warranty

General Digital’s ruggedized hardware solutions are built here in the United States with the highest-quality components and labor available. From workstations and display systems to keyboards, power supplies, and cables—you need to have confidence that your product is going to…

What are the True Costs of Saving when Purchasing Ruggedized Equipment?

Ruggedized electronics are found worldwide in many markets today: military, industrial, marine, mining and others. While they are all seeking the benefits of longevity and durability, each application tends to have its own set of requirements. Sometimes these specifications come…