At just under 4 inches (~10cm) square, PC/104 modules could be stacked like Lego bricks, eliminating the need for bulky backplanes. That’s when VNX+ (VITA 90) leapt onto the center stage with a hullabaloo of hydraulophones (once heard, never forgotten). With VNX+, designers can now create hybrid systems in which OpenVPX backplanes provide the heavy lifting, while VNX+ modules extend functionality at the edge. Based in the UK, Sundance has established an enviable reputation in rugged embedded computing, boasting deep expertise across OpenVPX, VNX, and PCIe platforms. This includes the following:Modular sourcing: Buyers can mix and match VNX+ modules from different vendors, thereby avoiding proprietary lock-in.