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Vela is a PDA and laptop based software for use in the systems engineering integration and test process to capture and analyse field trials data and consists of Vela-lite and Vela Analyst.

This software was utilised in support of the Thales Future Infantry Soldier Technology field trials to automate the recording and post-trial analysis.
Vela-lite is data capture software hosted on an IPAQ PDA, with the following features:
  • Check List and Aide memoire
  • Equipment performance and effectiveness metrication
  • Reliability data
  • Maintenance times and routines
Vela Analyst provides various levels of analysis available dependent on type of requirement, including:
  • Reliability data
  • Attrition information
  • Usage data
  • Problem and failure reports
  • Incident notes
  • Maintenance times and routines
  • Human factors monitoring and performance
  • Equipment performance and effectiveness analysis