The MMCCU (Main Multi-Core Computing Unit) by Northrop Grumman Italia is an advanced processing module designed for mission-critical applications in avionics, defense, and industrial domains, where high performance, reliability, and certification are essential.

Built in a compact credit-card-sized mezzanine form factor, the MMCCU integrates the NXP Layerscape LS1043A ARM Cortex-A53 quad-core processor, delivering high computational power while optimizing space and energy efficiency.

The module is designed to be safety-certifiable up to DAL A, supporting DO-254 and DO-178C standards, including Secure Boot, Loader, and a certified operating system RTOS DEOS by DDC-I. This makes it ideal for systems requiring the highest levels of safety and integrity.

A dedicated NGI FPGA provides enhanced flexibility, enabling advanced I/O management and integration of key features such as avionics watchdogs, safety net functions, and interrupt handling.

Applications

• Avionic General Purpose Computers
• Navigation Computer
• Mission Computer
• Control systems
• Industrial and commercial applications
• Communication systems

The MMCCU is a modular and scalable solution, acting as a technology building block for next-generation complex architectures.

 Download: MMCCU – Brochure