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December 02, 2008
ImaGen RL offers high-performance graphics in compact package
ORLANDO, Fla., Dec. 2 -- I/ITSEC -- Concurrent, a worldwide leader in real-time Linux-based computing technologies, today announced the availability of ImaGen RL, a new low-profile member of Concurrent's ImaGen family of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) visual servers. Powered by Concurrent's RedHawk real-time Linux, ImaGen servers deliver fully-integrated, affordable, high-performance PC-based Image Generator (PC-IG) solutions.
ImaGen RL delivers a 1U (1.75 in.), low-profile PC-IG form factor for simplified rack or stack integration into synthetic environments. Real-time simulation and modeling applications with space restrictions will benefit from the flexibility of stacking multiple ImaGen RL servers with an Ethernet switch in a 14U rackmount enclosure.
"ImaGen RL answers a growing demand for more compact, lower-cost training system solutions," said Jim Brickmeier, vice president, Product Line Management, Concurrent. "We are pleased to offer this sophisticated, integrated 3D visual solution to our customers in the simulation and training industry who need increased graphics performance in a small form factor."
Concurrent's ImaGen family offers the most flexible, multi-channel Linux-based graphics platforms available today. The servers can be custom configured to address a broad range of price/performance requirements and feature a wide range of NVIDIA graphics cards including the latest high-performance Quadro FX 5800. Applications for ImaGen RL include civil and military simulation, mission planning, homeland security, scientific and medical visualization, architectural design, energy exploration and entertainment.
ImaGen platforms are built using the latest COTS components from leading suppliers. They are powered by RedHawk Linux, the industry's leading Linux distribution for deterministic, real-time applications. ImaGen supports a wide range of 3D visualization software, such as Presagis Vega Prime, OpenSceneGraph, Disti's GL Studio, Altia Design, OpenGL and OpenGL Performer.
Concurrent is showcasing ImaGen technology at this year's I/ITSEC show in Orlando, Fla., Dec. 1-4, booth # 3501. The Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC) promotes cooperation among the armed services, industry, academia and various government agencies in pursuit of improved training and education programs, identification of common training issues and development of multi-service programs.
About Concurrent
Concurrent (Nasdaq: CCUR) is a leading provider of real-time Linux-based computing technologies for commercial and government markets. Industries served include cable and telecommunications providers, defense and aerospace contractors, automotive manufacturers and financial institutions. For over 40 years, Concurrent's best-of-breed products have enabled a range of time-critical solutions including: modeling and simulation, high speed data acquisition, visual imaging, low latency transaction processing and on-demand television. Concurrent's on-demand products are utilized by major service providers in the cable and IPTV industries to deliver, monitor and measure video-on-demand (VOD) and other interactive television applications, and support over 32 million digital subscribers worldwide. Concurrent is a global company with regional offices in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia, and has products actively deployed in more than 26 countries. Concurrent's products and services are recognized for being uniquely flexible, comprehensive, robust and reliable. For more information, visit www.ccur.com.
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