Electronic Warfare Suite Power Supply Case Study

This case study details the challenges faced in ensuring an aircraft's survivability through the integration of a wide-spectrum radar warning receiver and advanced self-protection jammers. It outlines the need for high power availability, specifically targeting power requirements of up to 1000W, fast time to market, and compliance with MIL COTS standards for airborne platforms. The Vicor VITA 62 power supply is presented as a solution, offering superior density in a 6U form factor while meeting essential specifications such as line and load regulation, output ripple and noise, and power sequencing. The study highlights the benefits of the Vicor power supply, including low noise operation, reduced mean time to replace or repair, and optimal thermal management through advanced liquid cooling. The power delivery network is based on Vicor DCM™ DC-DC converter technology, which enhances thermal management and efficiency while powering sensitive electronic loads.