51.13 (-0.18) - Integrated Defense Systems
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Electronic Modular Enclosure (EME): Zumwalt Class Destroyer Program
A Modular Approach to Combat Systems
To meet DDG 1000 Zumwalt Class Destroyer program requirements for cost effectiveness, stealth and ship survivability, Raytheon has transformed the way combat systems are deployed. Electronic Modular Enclosures (EMEs) encapsulate equipment in standardized shelters designed to withstand the most rigorous battle conditions. An innovative concept for ship-based combat system implementation, EMEs not only make it possible for commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) and government off- the-shelf (GOTS) equipment to be used instead of more costly custom systems, but also streamline combat system installation, integration and testing.
Ready for Combat Conditions
An EME is a protective enclosure of up to 11.8 x 35 feet that contains a set of specific electronic combat system components. Shock isolation mounts, which can be customized to meet the requirements of the equipment inside each EME, shield the equipment from damage or disruption caused by typical ship vibration and from the extreme shock events encountered during combat. Similarly, acoustic dampeners minimize the noise generated by the racks of electronic components that comprise the combat system, helping to prevent ship detection by an enemy.An EME also protects combat systems against extreme cases of electromagnetic interference (EMI) and ordinary EMI caused by other ship equipment.
An EME further safeguards mission-critical combat systems by providing a self-contained environment with its own controls, eliminating the need for separate cooling systems or other special environmental control equipment. The built-in air-cooling system monitors temperature and humidity, and is designed with extra capacity to accommodate future system expansion.
In addition to managing its internal environment, an EME also controls its power needs through its own power distribution unit. Each enclosure requires no more than two external power inputs to connect the EME to the ship’s power system.
Electronic Modular Enclosure Highlights (Each EME)
- Shock isolation mounts to protect sensitive equipment from typical ship vibration as well as combat-based shock.
- Dampening systems to reduce the noise generated by combat system equipment and protect against EMI.
- Built-in cooling system for heat removal and air circulation, with extra capacity to allow for system expansion.
- Physical barriers and electronic security features that limit access to authorized individuals.
- Power distribution units with simplified external power interface — up to two power inputs per enclosure.
- Standard electronics cabinets that are both modular and configurable.
