HUNTSVILLE, Ala., February 6, 2026 — As the Department of Defense accelerates artificial intelligence (AI) adoption at the tactical edge, Abaco Systems is uniquely positioned to lead with rugged, deployable compute platforms. Abaco, a leader in mission-critical embedded computing, is partnering with LatentAI to unlock new capabilities and support defense modernization efforts.
“LatentAI is a high-growth, emerging partner ready for integration into Abaco Systems’ defense-grade hardware,” said Andrew Valko, Division Vice President of Technology at Abaco Systems. “Through this partnership, we will integrate advanced AI capabilities into our products and deliver proven, mission-ready solutions that strengthen and improve operational performance.”
LatentAI is a New Jersey-based software company specializing in efficient AI inference at the edge, with a focus on defense and industrial applications. Its core product, LatentAI Efficient Interference Platform (LEIPTM), enables developers on resource-constrained edge devices to customize machine learning models to fit mission-specific needs. Updates are deployable in minutes for single units or entire drone fleets.
“Our partnership with Abaco Systems advances the role of edge AI to improve intelligence delivery for defense operations,” said Jags Kandasmy, co-founder and CEO of LatentAI. “It puts resilient, adaptive AI that evolves as mission needs change on the front lines.”
By integrating LEIPTM, Abaco is reinforcing its commitment to delivering innovation and quality. LEIPTM complements Abaco’s rugged VPX, VME and open standards compute platforms with:
- AI model design, compression and optimization for efficient edge deployment
- Cross-platform inference
- On-device learning and adaptive AI for dynamic environments
- Secure AI pipelines aligning with DoD zero-trust mandates
Those interested in learning more are invited to visit booth #2315 at the AFCEA West 2026 tradeshow in San Diego, California, on Tuesday, February 10 through Thursday, February 12. Abaco Systems and LatentAI will be onsite for a joint demonstration of LEIPTM on rugged Abaco hardware.
Learn more about this partnership and how Abaco systems is driving the future of computing at Abaco.com.
About Abaco Systems:
Abaco Systems is a global leader in commercial open architecture computing and rugged embedded electronics. With more than 30 years of experience in aerospace & defense, industrial, energy, medical, communications and other critical sectors, Abaco’s innovative solutions align with open standards to accelerate customer success. Abaco Systems is a business unit of AMETEK, Inc. a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales of approximately $7.5 billion.
