Harnessing Single Board Computers for Military Data Analytics
Suzanne J. Matthews · Auerbach Publications eBooks · 2018
Executive summary: This chapter covers the use of Single Board Computers ( SBCs ) to expedite onsite data analytics for a variety of military applications. Onsite data summarization and analytics is increasingly critical for command, control, and intelligence ( C 2 I ) operations, as excessive power consumption and communication latency can restrict the efficacy of down-range operations. SBCs offer power-efficient, inexpensive data-processing capabilities while maintaining a small form factor. We discuss the use of SBCs in a variety of domains, including wireless sensor networks, unmanned vehicles, and cluster computing. We conclude with a discussion of existing challenges and opportunities for future use.