U.S. Army CECOM, CECOM Acquisition Center, Fort Monmouth, NJ 07703-5008

59 -- EMBEDDED COMPUTER DUE 082100 POC Lisa Capozzoli -- 732-427-4146 E-MAIL: Click here to contact Lisa Capozzoli, lisa.capozzoli@mail1.monmouth.army.mil. THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ONLY. The US Army CECOM RDEC is seeking sources and information for the Wearable Computer. This component will be utilized as part of a combined assortment of products that represent a wearable computing system for a host of applications, to include civilian, military and professional uses. This component would be an integral part of the user's ability to operate the system in a safe, unobtrusive and mobile environment. Mobile -- can be carried, worn, and/or portably stored on an individual Durable -- has or can be protected from harsh environments Lightweight -- minimal physical burden on an individual, easy to carry and manipulate Energy efficient -- uses low power, contains or can draw from low power sources Survivable -- is operable in varied weather, climate and geographic conditions As applicable, respondents should identify the performance characteristics of their product(s) that addresses the above, to include physical/electrical interface(s), physical dimensions and software compatibility. Availability of product, and examples of its use are also requested. Desired performance characteristics of the component shall consist of all weather, day and night operation. This component should be an integral part of a system that enhances one or more performance characteristics as applied toward a wearable computing set of hardware and its applications. REQUIREMENTS: The Computer will run applications for situation awareness (maps and overlays), planning and messaging compatible with Windows 2000 or Windows CE. Computer unit will be packaged with other components in sealed box attached to belt on back, which must operate after immersion in 1 meter of water. Characteristics: -- Size: PC/104 or smaller board -- No moving parts -- Greater than 166 MHz clock -- Minimum 128 MB RAM -- Minimum 1600 MB application memory -- Settable watch-dog timer and interrupt -- Clock -- Full color video output with 800x600 pixel resolution -- Minimum 3-port IEEE Std 1394a node The computer may be multiple boards or combined in one unit. Interfaces to IEEE Std 1394a nodes are desired for multiple external functions including communication module, mouse inputs, navigation module, up to 800x600 full color video input, ASCII keyboard input, and output to hand-held display. PROPRIETARY INFORMATION IS NOT BEING SOLICITED. The government will not reimburse contractors or responders to this notice for any costs incurred in responding, or in subsequent exchanges of information. Organizations having the expertise and capabilities to provide the required item are invited to submit information discussing such capabilities. It should be submitted not later than 21 August 2000 and should consist of a total of no more than 25 pages, excluding any marketing and/product brochures. NOTE: Information submitted does not constitute a proposal, but will be considered an exchange of capabilities and ideas. Responses may be submitted electronically to the address below. Technical questions and responses should be addressed to: Lisa Capozzoli, AMSEL-RD-C2-PMSM, Bldg 2705, Fort Monmouth, NJ, 732-427-4146, e-mail: lisa.capozzoli@mail1.monmouth.army.mil. Requiring Activity: RDEC Posted 08/07/00 (W-SN483019). (0220)

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