What RTD Embedded Technologies does

RTD Embedded Technologies, Inc., founded in 1985 and headquartered in State College, Pennsylvania, designs and manufactures rugged, stackable embedded computer modules and systems based on the PC/104, PCIe/104, PCI/104-Express, PCI-104, PC/104-Plus, and PC/104 form factors. The company is a co-founder of the PC/104 Consortium (now RMS Consortium) and operates from a single AS9100- and ISO 9001-certified USA facility where all design and manufacturing occur. Its product portfolio spans x86 single board computers built on Intel Xeon, Core i3, Core i7, Atom, Pentium M, Celeron M, and AMD Geode LX processors; NVIDIA Jetson AI/edge computing modules (AGX Orin, Orin NX, Orin Nano, Xavier NX); Texas Instruments TMS320C66x DSP modules; Xilinx Spartan-6 FPGA modules; and a broad peripheral module family covering analog and digital data acquisition, Ethernet switches and networking, CAN bus, GPS/telematics, serial interfaces, storage, USB controllers, motion control, video, wireless, and rugged power supplies (including UPS modules). Products are organized into three rugged packaging tiers: IDAN (IP54, standard PC connectors), HiDAN (watertight with MIL-SPEC cylindrical connectors), and HiDANplus (IP67/IP69 with modular watertight stackability), all rated for -40 to +85°C operation with IPC-6012 Class 3 PCB fabrication and 100% inspection.

RTD serves engineering buyers in aerospace and avionics, military and defense, industrial automation, communications, drones and UAVs, mining, energy, transportation, research, and edge AI applications where mission-critical reliability, extended temperature operation, long product lifecycles, and modular configurability are required. The company operates a vertically integrated business model generating revenue through (i) hardware product sales at unit prices ranging from roughly $495 to over $5,000 with OEM pricing on a pay-as-you-go basis, (ii) custom system integration services with no minimum order quantities, and (iii) software licensing of RTD drivers, Enhanced BIOS, and example programs under an end-user license agreement. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales with engineering-led direct engagement, supplemented by a global partner and distributor network spanning 13 countries across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Australia. RTD is also an official Cisco Solutions Technology Integrator Partner, ruggedizing Cisco networking equipment in its proprietary enclosures for mission-critical deployments.

Name

RTD Embedded Technologies

Legal name

RTD Embedded Technologies, Inc.

Website

https://rtd.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

RTD Embedded Technologies designs and manufactures rugged, stackable PC/104 embedded computer modules and systems for mission-critical aerospace, defense, industrial, and edge AI applications, selling direct and through a global partner network from its USA headquarters.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Embedded Computing Modules

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Electronic Components & Accessories (3670), Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Embedded & Compute Modules (SoMs, COM Express/SMARC, industrial SBC modules) (IMAGAJAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial Embedded Computers (Box PCs) (HDACALAF), Industrial I/O, Signal Conditioning & Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) (IMAGABAD)

Keywords

• Rugged embedded computing
• PC/104 single board computers
• Stackable embedded modules
• Data acquisition systems
• Mil-spec embedded hardware

Headquarters

HQ city

State College

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales: Sale of rugged PC/104 single board computers, mezzanine modules, power supplies, data acquisition modules, Ethernet switches, GPS modules, storage modules, and complete embedded systems. Products range from $495 to over $5,000 per unit with OEM pricing structure.
2. Custom System Integration: Modified and custom system configurations to meet specific customer requirements with no minimum order quantities. Engineering and manufacturing services for tailored solutions.
3. Software Licensing: Software products including RTD drivers, example programs, Enhanced BIOS, and third-party software available under end-user license agreement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

RTD Embedded Technologies designs and manufactures rugged, stackable PC/104 and PCIe/104 embedded computer modules and complete rugged systems for mission-critical applications. Its product line spans x86 single board computers (Intel Xeon, Core i3, Core i7, Atom, Celeron M, Pentium M; AMD Geode LX), NVIDIA Jetson AI platforms, TI DSP modules, and a broad peripheral family including data acquisition, FPGA, Ethernet switches, power supplies, GPS/telematics, storage, motion control, and rugged enclosures (IDAN, HiDAN, HiDANplus) rated for -40 to +85°C operation. The company sells directly to enterprise customers with custom system integration and OEM pricing, supported by a global distributor network.

Product overview

RTD Embedded Technologies offers a comprehensive portfolio of rugged, stackable embedded computing modules and systems based on the PC/104 form factor. The product line includes x86 Single Board Computers (SBCs) featuring Intel Xeon, Core i3, Atom, Core i7, Pentium M, Celeron M, and AMD Geode LX processors; NVIDIA Jetson AI platforms (AGX Orin, Orin NX, Orin Nano, Xavier NX); Texas Instruments DSP modules; and extensive peripheral modules for data acquisition (analog/digital I/O, FPGA), networking (Ethernet, switches, wireless), storage, power management (supplies, UPS), motion control, video, GPS/telematics, CAN bus, serial communication, and bridge functionality. These stackable PC/104 modules operate across extended temperatures (-40 to +85°C) and are available in rugged enclosures including IDAN (standard connectors, IP54) and HiDANplus (MIL-SPEC cylindrical connectors, IP67/IP69). The company also offers Cisco-powered router and switch systems in rugged packaging, and software including RTD Enhanced BIOS and driver/example programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• IDAN: COTS building blocks with standard PC connectors; modular stackable housing for board-level products
• HiDAN
• HiDANplus
• StackNET
• SmartCal
• aDIO
• aAIO

Products and services

• x86 Single Board Computers (SBCs) Stackable, rugged PC/104, PCIe/104, PCI/104-Express, PCI-104, PC/104-Plus, and PC/104 single board computers based on Intel and AMD processors including Xeon, Core i3, Atom, Core i7, Pentium M, Celeron M, and AMD Geode LX. Feature extended temperature operation (-40 to +85°C), onboard digital I/O, Ethernet, USB ports, serial ports, DisplayPort, and SVGA; target mission-critical aerospace, defense, industrial, and edge AI applications.
• NVIDIA Jetson Platforms PC/104-compatible modules featuring NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin, Jetson Orin NX, Jetson Orin Nano, and Jetson Xavier NX for AI and edge computing applications. Include PCIe/104 expansion bus and comprehensive onboard I/O, bringing AI compute performance to rugged embedded deployments.
• DSP Modules Digital Signal Processing modules based on Texas Instruments TMS320C66x and TMS3020C6-series processors. Programmable in C/C++ using Code Composer Studio and RTD's DSP platform libraries; accelerate math-intensive operations and can operate as stand-alone processors.
• Analog & Digital I/O Modules Data acquisition modules including high-speed A/D digitizers (up to 25 MHz), simultaneous sampling modules, Delta-Sigma A/D converters, and analog I/O with 16-bit to 24-bit resolution and sampling rates up to 1.5 MHz. Pricing $2,295-$4,195.
• Digital I/O Modules Digital input/output modules including high-speed isolated digital I/O, counter/timer modules, incremental encoder interfaces, PWM outputs, and opto-isolated inputs with advanced triggering and interrupt capabilities.
• FPGA Modules User-programmable FPGA modules featuring Xilinx Spartan-6 FPGAs with DDR2 SDRAM. Available with or without serial transceivers. Provides a platform for users to create custom FPGA code and drivers; priced $745-$1,895.
• Relay Modules Relay output modules including matrix switch modules (8x16 expandable to 8x512), power relay modules with 16 channels (NO and NC contacts), and combinations with opto-isolated digital inputs.
• Power Supplies PC/104-compatible power supplies ranging from 30W to 190W. Includes synchronous power supplies, isolated DC/DC converters, and filtered avionics power supplies. Support 8-36V DC input and feature MIL-STD compliance; priced $895-$3,595.
• UPS Battery Backup Modules Uninterruptible power supply modules with supercapacitor backup providing 30 seconds of system backup. Feature 8-36V input range, power management, and software-controlled charging and shutdown.
• Ethernet Modules Ethernet interface modules including dual 10-Gigabit (copper and fiber), dual Gigabit, and independent dual Gigabit Ethernet. Support 1000/100/10 Mbps with RJ45 or fiber SFP+ connections.
• Ethernet Switch Modules Stackable Gigabit Ethernet switches supporting jumbo frames (up to 9KB). Include managed (Layer 2 with Layer 3-aware) and unmanaged options. Available in 5-port and 8-port configurations with StackNET expansion capabilities; priced $895-$1,645.
• CAN Bus Modules Controller Area Network bus modules including mini PCIe carriers with PEAK-Systems CAN cards (2 or 4 channels), standalone CAN bus hubs with fiber-optic ports, and galvanically isolated CAN interfaces for vehicle and industrial networking.
• Serial Interface Modules Serial communication modules including octal RS-232/422/485 ports (isolated and non-isolated), quad serial ports, and I2C communication modules. Support speeds up to 1MHz with Fast-mode Plus.
• Mass Storage Modules Storage modules including M.2 Socket 3 carriers (with one or two sockets), 2.5-inch SATA drive carriers, CompactFlash carriers, and IDE hard drive carriers. Support PCIe/104 and PCI/104-Express bus structures; priced $495-$795.
• M.2 and Mini PCIe Carrier Modules Expansion carriers for M.2 and mini PCIe cards. Dual-slot designs for wireless communication modules and multipurpose applications. Available in PCIe/104 and PCI/104-Express form factors.
• GPS and Telematics Modules GPS receiver modules and carriers including GPS disciplined oscillators, satellite receivers with NovAtel OEM729/OEM628 and Trimble BD970 support, and u-blox LEA-M8F GNSS modules. Support various cellular and wireless connectivity options.
• USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 Controllers USB controller modules providing four-port USB 3.0 (up to Super Speed) and five-port USB 2.0 connectivity. Support all USB speed modes including high speed, full speed, and low speed.
• Wireless Ethernet Modules Wireless LAN modules featuring Atheros AR9590 with 802.11a/b/g support and Sierra Wireless AirPrime cellular modules with LTE/GSM. Include dual-slot mini PCIe carriers for wireless communication expansion.
• Bridge Modules Bus bridge modules including PCIe to PCI bridges, PCI to PCIe bridges, multi-processor communication bridges with 1Gbps Ethernet, and CPU-to-peripheral adapter modules for connector type compatibility.
• Motion Control Modules Motion control modules including synchro/resolver/inductosyn/LVDT interface boards with 2-channel support, programmable resolution (10-16 bit), and onboard sine wave excitation from 1-10 kHz.
• Video Controllers DisplayPort and VGA video controller modules featuring AMD Radeon E6460 GPU with 64-bit graphics, supporting up to 4 or 5 simultaneous displays. PCIe/104 form factor with x4 link.
• IDAN Rugged Systems Stackable, rugged modular enclosures using standard PC connectors. IP54 rated, -40 to +85°C operation, with milled aluminum frames and optional heat sink fins. Compatible with all RTD PC/104 COTS modules; supports custom system integration with no minimum order quantities.
• HiDANplus Rugged Systems Environmentally sealed modular systems with IP67 and IP69 ratings. Feature watertight, dustproof construction with MIL-SPEC cylindrical connectors, EMI gasketing, and RF shielding. Modular stack design maintained from PC/104 architecture for harsh-environment deployments.
• Cisco Router and Switch Systems Ruggedized Cisco-powered systems including the ESR6300 embedded services router and ESS 3300 switch, packaged in RTD's rugged IDAN enclosures. Combines Cisco networking technology with RTD's rugged packaging for mission-critical defense and industrial deployments.
• RTD Enhanced BIOS Enhanced BIOS firmware for RTD single board computers, providing additional features and customization beyond standard BIOS implementations. Distributed under an End-User Software License Agreement restricting use with non-RTD hardware.

Quantifiable outcome

• MTBF (Mean Time Between Failure) figures available for many products, demonstrating reliability
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cisco Systems (Cisco Solutions Technology Integrator Partner)coreTechnology or IntegrationRTD is an official Cisco Solutions Technology Integrator Partner. RTD packages Cisco ESR6300 routers and ESS 3300 switches in rugged IDAN, HiDAN, and HiDANplus enclosures. These solutions combine Cisco's next-generation technology with RTD's rugged packaging for mission-critical applications.
• NVIDIAcoreTechnology or IntegrationRTD offers NVIDIA Jetson Orin AGX, Jetson Orin NX, Jetson Orin Nano, and Jetson Xavier NX modules in PC/104 form factor. These solutions bring AI computing performance to rugged embedded applications with comprehensive peripheral module compatibility.
• Texas InstrumentscoreTechnology or IntegrationRTD's DSP modules are based on Texas Instruments' high-performance TMS320C66x and TMS3020C6-series DSPs. These modules are programmable in C/C++ using TI's Code Composer Studio and RTD's DSP platform libraries.
• Perry Johnson Registrars, Inc.minorOthersQuality management system registrar for AS9100 and ISO 9001 certification. RTD's registration listing can be viewed in the OASIS database at IAQG.org.
• RMS Consortium (formerly PC/104 Consortium)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRTD is a founding member of the PC/104 Consortium, now the RMS Consortium. RTD participates in maintaining PC104 specifications and promoting the embedded standard.
• IntelcoreTechnology or IntegrationRTD's CPU modules are based on Intel Xeon, Core i3, Core i7, Atom E3800, Celeron M, and Pentium M processors, providing a range of performance options from low-power to high-performance applications.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• WinSystems: WinSystems produces industrial SBCs, embedded computers, and I/O modules in PC/104 form factors targeting defense, transportation, energy, and industrial automation. Directly comparable to RTD in PC/104 focus, rugged embedded markets, and small-specialty profile.
• Diamond Systems Corporation: Diamond Systems builds rugged embedded single board computers, data acquisition modules, and I/O boards in PC/104, PC/104-Plus, and EPIC form factors for defense, aerospace, transportation, and industrial customers. Strong direct overlap with RTD's SBC + DAQ + rugged packaging portfolio.
• MEN Micro (MEN Mikro Elektronik): MEN Micro designs and manufactures rugged embedded computing boards and systems (including in PC/104 and CompactPCI form factors) for harsh-environment industrial, railway, avionics, and defense applications. Closely comparable to RTD on rugged embedded SBCs and high-reliability manufacturing standards.
• VersaLogic Corporation: VersaLogic designs and manufactures rugged embedded SBCs and computer-on-modules for industrial, defense, medical, and transportation applications with extended temperature ranges. Closely comparable to RTD in target customers (defense, aerospace, industrial), ruggedization focus, and small-to-mid specialty embedded positioning.

Broad incumbents

• Advantech: Advantech is a global leader in embedded computing, industrial PCs, and IoT platforms serving industrial automation, transportation, and medical markets. Competes with RTD across many of the same end markets but at much larger scale and with a much broader product catalog spanning multiple form factors.
• Kontron: Kontron is a larger European embedded computing vendor with a broad portfolio of SBCs, COM modules, motherboards, and rugged systems serving industrial automation, medical, defense, and transportation. Competes with RTD on rugged SBCs and embedded modules but at significantly greater scale and across more form factors.
• Eurotech: Eurotech is an Italian embedded computing and edge AI vendor offering rugged IoT gateways, embedded boards, and HPC modules for transportation, defense, industrial, and energy customers. Comparable to RTD in rugged embedded positioning with broader edge software stack.
• ADLINK Technology: ADLINK produces embedded computing modules, edge AI platforms, and rugged systems for industrial automation, defense, and AI at the edge. Overlaps with RTD in rugged SBCs and increasingly in NVIDIA-based edge AI platforms.
• AAEON (ASUS IoT): AAEON produces single board computers, embedded modules, and edge AI platforms including Jetson-based solutions for industrial, smart city, and transportation markets. Comparable in product breadth though typically larger-scale and broader in target verticals.

Emerging players

• Connect Tech: Connect Tech designs embedded computing solutions based on NVIDIA Jetson and FPGA platforms, with rugged carriers and custom integrations for defense, transportation, and industrial AI applications. Direct overlap with RTD's NVIDIA Jetson PC/104 strategy.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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