Optical and Electronic Subsystems for
Demanding Defence Applications
What Defence Subsystems
Does Solsta Develop?
Solsta designs and manufactures sensor subsystems for field-deployed defence platforms. We combine optical, electronic and mechanical engineering with controlled assembly, traceability and long-term production support.
Can Solsta integrate a sensor subsystem into an existing platform?
Yes. The team can develop a new subsystem or adapt an existing design to your platform. Key inputs include optical and electrical interfaces, mechanical envelope, environment, power, data and validation requirements.
What optical and detector engineering can Solsta provide?
Solsta provides precision optical alignment, avalanche photodiode optimisation and bore-sighting alongside laser receiver subsystem design. The optical architecture and acceptance criteria are defined for each programme.
Which specialist assembly processes may be relevant?
Potential processes include die bonding, wire bonding, encapsulation, nitrogen-purged optical assembly and foreign-object-debris-controlled manufacturing. Confirm process availability, facility and controls against the project’s requirements before specifying them in a statement of work.
How does Solsta support long-running defence programmes?
Support can include traceability, engineering changes, obsolescence management and production continuity planning. Documentation, change control and support periods are agreed for each programme.
What is the Leonardo Type 163 project example?
Solsta designed and supplies the laser rangefinder receiver used in Leonardo’s Type 163 Laser Target Designator. The subsystem has remained in continuous production for more than a decade, with ongoing engineering and obsolescence support.
Can Solsta provide a laser rangefinder platform for OEM integration?
The compact platform is described with configurable range windows, a UART interface and options for custom housings and mounting. Request the approved specification to assess performance, interfaces and safety requirements.
Can Solsta adapt rugged computing for a defence application?
Solsta can adapt a rugged tablet with communications, connector, power and user-interface options for UAV control, field diagnostics or sensor monitoring. Confirm current availability and specifications.
What information helps assess a defence project?
Provide the platform and subsystem role, interfaces, operating environment, performance targets, qualification or documentation requirements, production plans and component-lifecycle concerns. The team can then identify the relevant design and manufacturing route.
Have a Defence project in mind?
Tell us about your system, operating requirements and production plans. Our team can help you explore the right engineering and manufacturing approach.
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