Haivision S-KR-KX1R Kraken X1 Rugged Video Transcoder

Ruggedized Video Processing and AI at the Tactical Edge

The Kraken X1 Rugged is a real-time video processing solution for mission-critical ISR and situational awareness applications. Purpose-built to process full-motion video (FMV) and KLV metadata in forward-deployed systems, it delivers low-latency, high-quality video with support for real-time AI algorithm processing to empower faster intelligence and situational awareness where it’s needed most.

Network Video from the Source

Designed for ground and airborne vehicles at the tactical edge, the Kraken X1 Rugged optimizes motion imagery streams to ensure high-quality video transmission over constrained network segments, including mesh, Mobile Ad-hoc Networks (MANET), line-of-sight (LOS) and satellite datalinks. Supporting a wide range of formats, it encodes or transcodes video streams to optimize bandwidth to deliver real-time video and metadata at low latency—even in unpredictable network environments.

High Image Quality, Low Latency

The Kraken X1 Rugged delivers exceptional video quality, supporting real-time HEVC/H.265 and AVC/H.264 compression at low latency for ISR missions. Compliant with industry standards, the high-quality encoded video is compatible with downstream systems in order to provide situational awareness and timely operational decision making.

AI-Ready for Mission-Critical Insights

Built on the NVIDIA Jetson Orin platform, the Kraken X1 Rugged provides onboard GPU acceleration to enable real-time AI algorithm processing—such as object detection, tracking, and activity recognition. Users can (optionally) select from supported algorithms to enhance and accelerate field-level decision-making.

Ruggedized for Deployment Anywhere

Engineered to meet MIL-STD environmental and power requirements, the Kraken X1 Rugged features a compact, fanless design with 28V DC input and passive thermal management. Its durable form factor is ideal for deployment in aircraft, vehicles, and other mobile ISR platforms operating in extreme conditions, ensuring reliable performance wherever missions demand.

Part of the Kraken Family

Built on the battle-hardened pedigree of Haivision’s Kraken core software, the Kraken X1 Rugged extends the same resilient media pipeline trusted across defense and ISR systems to the tactical edge. Ongoing advancements to the core Kraken software platform enhance capabilities across the entire Kraken family, ensuring that the Kraken X1 Rugged benefits from continuous innovation and operational improvements.