Workshop: Fundamentals of VITA 100
In a significant development for the computing industry, the VITA 100 webinar is set to go live on August 12, 2025. This event, which is free for Electronic Design users, will delve into the latest VITA 100 standards that are poised to revolutionise high-performance computing systems.
The VITA 100 suite of standards, while not explicitly mentioning an upcoming webinar, focuses on improving computing systems, potentially enhancing high bandwidth, reliable connectivity, and the integration of technologies such as Graphics Processing Units (GPUs), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and large chiplet-based solutions.
For a more detailed understanding of how VITA 100 standards relate to these technologies, it's worth noting that the standards are designed to improve the performance and reliability of computing systems, potentially including specifications for high bandwidth and reliable connectivity. These improvements can provide the underlying infrastructure to support high-performance computing applications, ensuring efficient data processing and communication.
Moreover, VITA 100 standards might also influence the development of chiplet-based systems, which are increasingly used for high-performance computing applications. Chiplet-based designs can benefit from standardised interfaces and interconnects, making them more efficient and reliable.
The upcoming webinar will be led by industry experts, including Dan Toohey, a Fellow Chief Technologist within the Advanced Concepts Group at Mercury Systems. Dan Toohey created the original architecture, taxonomy, and glossary for OpenVPX and has been involved in open standards development for over 25 years. He will be joined by Mark Littlefield, senior manager of embedded computing products and services for Elma Electronic, who has more than 25 years of experience in embedded computing.
Mark Littlefield is also an active contributor to multiple VITA and SOSA technical working groups and leads the SOSA small-form-factor (SFF) sub-committee. Michael Walsmley, a Global Product Manager in the Aerospace, Defense and Marine business unit at TE Connectivity, will also be part of the discussion. Walsmley's areas of expertise include interconnect solutions for embedding computing, rugged high-speed board-level and RF connectors.
The webinar will discuss new VITA 100 standards, including new connectors and board form factors. VITA 100 builds on OpenVPX and VITA 46.30, providing upward migration and compatibility. It aims to incorporate the latest Ethernet standards running at 400G and aims for 1.6T.
VITA is a trade association that focuses on open standards for rugged applications, including military and avionics. Electronic Design provides updates on the latest technologies and standards related to VITA 100, making it an excellent platform for this upcoming webinar.
In conclusion, the upcoming VITA 100 webinar promises to be an enlightening event for anyone interested in high-performance computing systems. With expert speakers and a focus on the latest VITA 100 standards, this webinar is not to be missed. Mark your calendars for August 12, 2025, and join the discussion on the future of computing system standards.
The upcoming webinar on VITA 100 standards will delve into the latest advancements in data-and-cloud computing technology, exploring new connectors and board form factors poised to revolutionize high-performance computing systems, incorporating the latest Ethernet standards running at 400G and aiming for 1.6T. This event aligns with VITA's mission of focusing on open standards for rugged applications like military and avionics, making it a significant opportunity for attendees to gain insights into the future of computing system standards and technologies.
