The small profile and performance of the Hawk allows it to be incorporated into applications that were previously unachievable with an off-the-shelf embedded computer able to run x86 versions of Windows and Linux. Here are some examples of current customer projects that utilize the power of Hawk’s rich feature set: The first application is an autonomous optical calibration system that is used to provide critical data for environmental research. The Hawk’s fourth generation Atom processor provides the necessary processing capabilities while staying in the lower power Atom CPU family. In addition, the Hawk is rugged enough to be used in these remote systems which are typically located in extreme environments. The next example is for the main flight and payload control processor used in commercial Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Size, Weight and Power (SWaP) optimization is of utmost importance in these applications and the Hawk is a perfect fit due to the many critical features and I/O capabilities that are delivered in a very small package/footprint. A structural Monitoring System is used to measure the condition of structures at construction sites. It allows the monitoring of critical components of the infrastructure, the safeguarding of facilities, and engineering of better products. This system is used by many organizations to monitor numerous buildings, bridges, cargo spaces and military functions. The Hawk provides a reliable backbone for capturing the necessary dynamic measurements used to assess performance and manage risk. A portable Human Machine Interface (HMI) system utilizes the ruggedness and compact size of the Hawk. The system makes use of the Hawk’s extensive on-board I/O including the Mini PCIe socket for an additional communications interface. Hawk provides these customers the required performance in a platform optimized for low power consumption. Lastly is a controller for an automated resistance welding system that uses the processing ability of the Hawk combined with its low power draw to provide a modern Windows-based user interface for these time-tested industrial systems. The size and performance of the Hawk are prime considerations for this system. The small size allows the controller to be placed in a location optimal for production while the Human-Machine Interface can be placed near the remote operator. The mini PCIe socket on the Hawk allows for Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or cellular communications modules to be easily added to this system to enable additional methods for remote access.