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Certification-Ready Avionics Solutions with DO-178C and DAL A Compliance
Aerospace and defense programs demand rugged mission computers that balance performance, safety, and compliance while staying on schedule. Lynx and Intel partnered to deliver a groundbreaking solution: the Intel® Core™ i7 PSCA platform, combining cutting-edge hardware and certification-ready software to simplify avionics development and accelerate deployment.

Overcoming Mission-Critical Challenges in Aerospace and Defense
Modern avionics systems must handle increasing complexity without compromising safety or reliability. Engineers face the challenge of integrating multiple applications, each with varying Design Assurance Levels (DALs), while adhering to strict size, weight, and power (SWaP) constraints.
Failure to meet these demands can result in program delays, non-compliance, and wasted resources. Lynx and Intel developed a solution to overcome these challenges, enabling teams to deliver high-performance mission computers on time and on target.
Challenge
A Unified Platform for High-Performance Avionics
The Intel® Core™ i7 PSCA platform brings together advanced hardware and Lynx’s certification-ready software stack to simplify avionics development.
Here’s how:
- Ruggedized Hardware: Intel’s Tiger Lake SoC offers extended temperature support (-40°C to +100°C) and a 20+ year lifecycle, ideal for aerospace and defense applications.
- Mixed-Criticality Systems: The platform supports safe, seamless execution of applications at varying DALs, reducing hardware needs and program complexity.
- Advanced Graphics and Compute: Built-in Vulkan® drivers and ComputeCore™ libraries power high-performance AI, graphics, and multi-display systems for enhanced situational awareness.
- Certification-Ready Compliance: DO-178C and DO-254 certification packages enable faster safety validation and reduce the risk of delays.
Solution
Key Results: Meeting Safety and Performance Goals
This partnership between Lynx and Intel delivered tangible results that benefit both developers and end users:
- 25x Improved Performance: Enhanced computing and graphics capabilities with Vulkan APIs.
- 100% DAL Compliance: DO-178C and DO-254 certification-ready packages for aviation safety.
- Long-Term Reliability: 20+ years of component lifecycle support for sustained programs.
- Simplified Integration: Unified hardware and software reduce development risks and deployment delays.
Results
Real-World Impact: Accelerating Deployment and Reducing Risk
For aerospace and defense contractors, delays and integration challenges can be costly. The Intel® Core™ i7 PSCA platform provides a pre-integrated solution that streamlines workflows, reduces certification timelines, and enables faster deployment of safety-critical systems.Power Mission Success with Lynx and Intel
Stay ahead of the curve with certification-ready solutions designed to meet the most demanding requirements in aerospace and defense.