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Intel made military versions of their semiconductors for three decades (inclluding the 386). Rad hardening anyone? (In fact, alpha strikes are part of their low
by SavantIdiot 6y ago
Intel made military versions of their semiconductors for three decades (inclluding the 386). Rad hardening anyone? (In fact, alpha strikes are part of their low-voltage memory QR statistics). Military is far more robust than automotive. There is probably still enough tribal knowledge there to call back on. Maybe. They might have all retired or died.
- vzidex 6y agoMilitary is still a major customer, at least for their FPGA division (Altera). Probably still enough smart people kicking around to make it work.
- mmmBacon 6y agoAutomotive is actually quite reliable and military spec parts are often automotive rated parts that have additional testing and/or slightly different packaging. The military has been using automotive grade parts to reduce costs where possible. https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/LandAndMaritime/V/VA/PSMC/Spring%2017/LM_Automotive%20Electronic%20Parts%20for%20Military%20Applications_Spring%202017%20PSMC170526.pdf https://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/LandAndMaritime/V/...