MOOG PROTOKRAFT
Reliable Communication, Even in the Harshest Conditions

Tom Layne, Director, Motion Control Business Unit

Moog Protokraft meets that demand by designing and manufacturing high-speed optoelectronic components and communication subsystems for harsh-environment networking applications. Its miniaturized, rugged components integrate optical transceivers into passive optical connectors, extending the functionality and reach of optical networks in extreme conditions. Innovation drives the company’s solutions, ensuring that complex optical systems remain efficient and easy to implement in mission-critical applications. A direct, hands-on approach allows Moog to collaborate closely with customers, developing solutions that align with the customer’s needs.

Military aircraft, radar systems, and tactical platforms require networking solutions capable of operating under extreme conditions without performance degradation. These industries rely on Moog for dependable, high-speed data transmission. The company’s diverse product lineup includes fiber optic transceivers, media converters, Ethernet optical switches, video media converters and signal protocol adapters.

Its optical components, integrated into MIL-DTL-38999 connectors, eliminate common fiber optic challenges and reduce system size while improving performance.

“Our size, weight, and power are an important advantage. We integrate the best electronics and optical components into the MIL-DTL-38999 connector,” says Tom Layne, Director, Motion Control Business Unit at Moog.

The company’s focus on size, weight, and power (SWaP) ensures that space-constrained environments receive the most efficient networking options. Optical transceivers currently transfer data at speeds of 10 Gbps, with new generations being developed to reach 25 Gbps and beyond.

“We are focused on advancing our methods and innovations to achieve faster and more advanced next-gen systems. Currently, our product operates at 10 gigabits per second and supports 10 Gigabit Ethernet. We are developing 25 gigabit per second capability which will enable us to support 100GBase-SR4,” says Ed Simonini, Site Sales and Business Development Manager at Moog Protokraft.

Its solutions continue to evolve to keep pace with rising data demands, ensuring readiness for the next generation of high-speed communication requirements.

The company’s customer-focused approach ensures that each solution aligns with specific application needs. Direct engagement with systems engineers allows Moog to assess client challenges firsthand and deliver tailored products rather than relying on distributors. Every product undergoes a rigorous manufacturing process that adheres to AS9100 quality management standards. From procurement to final assembly, strict testing protocols verify that each component meets the highest reliability standards. Attention to detail and precision engineering ensure these networking solutions perform consistently— even in the harshest conditions.

Expertise in optical transceiver integration has enabled Moog to solve some of the most demanding connectivity challenges. In a recent success story, a customer faced repeated failures due to fragile fiber optic cables in a high-vibration environment. Engineers at Moog Protokraft developed a fiber optic transceiver embedded within a durable MIL-DTL-38999 connector, eliminating the need for delicate cables. Its enhanced bandwidth, EMI immunity, and increased durability transformed the client’s system, providing a compact, high-performance solution without sacrificing reliability.

Moog Protokraft continues to redefine optical networking for aerospace and defense applications. The company’s engineering advancements empower customers to achieve greater efficiency in high-speed communication while overcoming space and durability limitations. Its commitment to innovation and quality keeps its solutions at the forefront of the industry, setting new standards for ruggedized, high-performance optical networking.