A rugged (or ruggedized) computer is a computer specifically designed to reliably operate in harsh usage environments and conditions, such as strong vibrations, extreme temperatures and dust.
Rugged laptops, tablet PCs and PDAs are used by construction workers, emergency services, and military personnel.
Standards
- MIL-STD 810 (also know as MilSpec): a military standard, issued in 1962, which establishes a set of test for determining an equipment suitability to military operations. Often used as a reference in the commercial laptop industry.
- IP (Ingress Protection): see Ingress protection rating
- IS (Intrinsic Safety): see Intrinsic safety
Examples
Some rugged laptops and series are AMREL ROCKY Patriot, Ergo Hardcase Rugged, HP nr3600, Itronix GoBook, MITAC MTC M220, Panasonic Toughbooks (series; includes semi-rugged models), Terralogic Toughnote Series M.
References
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