11.19 Integrated Modular Avionics Flashcards
1
Q
What are integrated modular avionics?
A
real-time computer network airborne systems
2
Q
What are the benefits of IMA?
A
Reduced weight
Reduced size
Lower power
Easy mods
Reduced cost
3
Q
What is the aircraft data network (ADN)?
A
networked system used to transfer data between subscribers
4
Q
What does AFDX stand for?
A
Avionics Full-Duplex Switched Ethernet
5
Q
What is bandwidth allocation gap?
A
mechanism for controlling the amount of information that an LRM/LRU can transmit.
6
Q
What is a cyclic redundancy check?
A
detect errors in data transmission or storage
7
Q
What is deterministic ethernet?
A
makes it possible to send a piece of information to a destination and receive a response in a repeatable time frame.
8
Q
How much weight can IMA save?
A
900 kg
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