ATR Chassis Manufacturing Options

Air Transport Rack (ATR) chassis are now the most prevalent enclosure for all deployed defense electronic systems beyond airborne purposes. They consistently provide the highest environmental protection while preserving packing density and thermal performance. The growing number of ATR deployments has spurred manufacturing technological advances, resulting in multiple ATR chassis production alternatives, including brazed welding, bolted and bonded, and 3D printed. The optimum choice for any program necessitates examining such pluses and deltas considering its unique needs. This whitepaper discusses each production method and the pros and cons.