Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIVME-5550-110 Reflective Memory Interface

The Abaco Systems / VMIC VMIVME-5550-110 is a Reflective Memory Interface card engineered for deterministic, high-speed data sharing across VMEbus-based real-time systems. This card enables synchronized, low-latency communication between distributed computing nodes through a shared memory architecture where data written by one node is automatically mirrored to all connected peers.

Technical Specifications

• Product Type: Reflective Memory Interface Card


• Manufacturer: Abaco Systems / VMIC


• Model Number: VMIVME-5550-110


• Bus Architecture: VMEbus (IEEE 1014)


• Form Factor: Standard VMEbus Eurocard (6U)


• VMEbus Power Supply: +5V, +/-12V


• VMEbus Connector: Standard VMEbus edge connector


• Reflective Memory Ports: Dedicated network ports (type and quantity detailed in product datasheet)

Key Features

• Shared Memory Architecture: Data written to specific memory locations by one node automatically mirrors to all connected nodes with deterministic propagation timing


• Deterministic Synchronization: Updates propagate across the network within predictable and consistent timeframes, critical for real-time control operations


• Error Detection and Correction: Data integrity mechanisms ensure accuracy during transmission across the reflective memory network


• Proprietary Protocol: Optimized high-speed data reflection protocol for VMEbus environments


• Node Scalability: Supports multiple reflective memory nodes within a network; node capacity depends on system configuration and cable lengths

Typical Applications Designed for simulation, control systems, and data acquisition environments requiring synchronized operation across distributed computing nodes where low latency and deterministic behavior are mandatory.

Compatibility & Integration Compatible with standard VMEbus systems and real-time operating systems including VxWorks, pSOS, and proprietary embedded kernels commonly deployed in industrial control and aerospace applications.