Data Acquisition in Real-World Aerospace Applications

Modern flight testing requires fast deployment, minimal wiring, and reliable data capture from critical locations.

Our DAS solutions are designed to be embedded directly within the test article, positioned close to sensors for:

• Reduced cabling complexity
• Faster system deployment
• Improved signal integrity
• Access to previously unreachable measurement points

These ruggedized units can even be mounted on moving components such as:

• Aircraft engines
• Helicopter rotors
• Control surfaces

By eliminating the need for slip rings, our systems reduce cost, noise, and maintenance—while ensuring uninterrupted data acquisition.

Next-Generation Flight Test Instrumentation (FTI)

Unlike traditional centralized FTI systems, ADAMS Technologies offers a distributed data acquisition architecture.

Key Advantages

• Sensor-level data acquisition for maximum accuracy
• Significant reduction in cabling weight and complexity
• Faster test setup and reconfiguration
• Scalable architecture for evolving test requirements

This approach is a cornerstone of modern aircraft testing, enabling engineers to capture high-quality data with greater efficiency and flexibility.

Flexible System Integration

Our In-Flight DAS solutions are designed to integrate seamlessly into any testing environment:

• Standalone operation for independent data logging
• Networked systems for distributed measurements
• Integration with existing Ethernet-based FTI systems

Advanced Capabilities

• Onboard data recording for mission-critical reliability
• Real-time data streaming using industry protocols:
  • CH10
  • IENA
  • TmNS
• IEEE 1588 PTPv2 synchronization for precise time alignment across all channels

Engineered for Aerospace & Defense

Our systems are built to perform in extreme operational conditions, ensuring reliability and accuracy throughout the mission:

• Rugged, flight-ready hardware design
• Optimized for low size, weight, and power (SWaP)
• High-speed, high-resolution data acquisition
• Designed for dynamic and high-vibration environments

DTS Product Portfolio for In-Flight Testing

ADAMS Technologies offers a comprehensive range of DTS-based DAS solutions tailored for aerospace applications:

• SLICE6 AIR / SLICE6 AIR-BR – High-speed, synchronized embedded DAS
• TSR AIR – Advanced telemetry and streaming solutions
• SLICE HG – High-G data acquisition for extreme environments
• SLICE MICRO & SLICE NANO – Ultra-compact embedded DAS for distributed measurements

These platforms provide scalable, flexible, and mission-ready solutions for a wide range of aerospace testing scenarios.