The E2COTS System and Alpha AXP Technology: The New Computer Standard for Military Use

The translation of Digital products applicable to military application has been affected by the DoD's need for lower cost products. Products developed for military application must retain robust mechanical characteristics; however, each product may be tailored to meet government specifications such as mean time between failure and temperature range. Design changes for military use have had a beneficial second effect. Militarized products may be readily modified to meet a severe industrial environment that previously could only be accomplished with commercial products in special enclosures. As a result of the close cooperation between Digital and Raytheon, cost-effective, severe environment products can be provided to the DoD and the industry.