Product Comparison: RMCI XRDS / Krēnō vs. Foresight MX HUMS 

Learn why operators are choosing Foresight MX for their fleet.

Foresight MX is a transformational change in capabilities and user experience compared to other HUMS solutions.  With a modern and easy-to-use interface, the ability to transmit data via cell, and a “no ground station” solution, Foresight stands clearly above other options. 

Here are 10 Questions to keep in mind when choosing a HUMS solution for your fleet.  

XRDS vs. Foresight MX

	RMCI XRDS	Foresight MX	Advantage of Foresight
General Details
STCs	Field approvals and limited STCs	STC certifications on 18 model/sub-model platforms with additional platforms in work and on roadmap	Publicly disclosed STCs and roadmap to provide optimized planning for HUMS deployment to various models in an operator's fleet.
Weight & Installation Time	Limited data. Installed weight data only disclosed by the weight of the main component box. Installation time is not presented.	Weight and estimated installation time is presented for all required equipment	Publicly available information on the fully installed weight and installation time including all required components and wiring. The bused system reduces total weight and accelerates installation time.
System Overview
Functionality	Vibration Health Monitoring (VHM), Usage monitoring, structural health monitoring, Flight Data Monitoring (FDM), Rotor Track and Balance (RTB)	Vibration Health Monitoring, Engine Health and Performance Monitoring, Usage Monitoring, Structural Health Monitoring, Optimized Rotor Track & Balance, Flight Data Monitoring with Exceedance Monitoring	A technologically advanced and comprehensive suite of HUMS, FDM, RTB, and beyond functionality ensures the best value for your dollar.
Component Health View	See Images Here: https://www.rmci-inc.com/our-system/		Modern, intuitive interface capable of viewing on any device (PC, tablet or smartphone) and not just the groundstation.
Rotor Track and Balance	Yes, but utilizes an additional blade tracking camera.	Automated acquisition on each flight through multiple regimes. 1 & 2 per rev. options with a system designed to assist maintainer with adjustment selections.	Automated in-flight acquisitions, more regimes, better optimization, and automated download after every flight.
Rotor Track and Balance Interface	See Images Here: https://www.rmci-inc.com/our-system/		Modern, intuitive interface with simple RTB optimization
Remaining Useful Life Prognostics	Not discussed / Unknown	Advanced software provides a true predictive model with component Remaining Useful Life (RUL) estimates allowing you to optimize assets and better plan maintenance windows	Foresight operators can recognize, order parts for, plan, and "schedule" upcoming unscheduled maintenance with forward-looking Remaining Useful Life capability.
FDM	Yes	FDM with both Chapter 1 & customizable exceedance alerting. Display map and flight playback capability.	Allows users to truly understand what happened during a flight and easily track both standard and custom exceedances.
System Availability	Limited, legacy ground-station based hardware requiring downloaded software	Cloud system architecture w/ browser-based user interface	Operators can access Foresight from anywhere, any device (PC, phone, tablet) rather than a single local PC.
Validation & Self Monitoring	Fleet comparison views	Drill-down capability for raw signal viewing together with sensor monitoring and fleet comparison views	Superior fault validation and system monitoring reduces chance of false positives.
System Details
Automated Aircraft Data Transfer	No	Wireless (WiFi/cellular) automated data transfer that does not require separate maintenance tasks performed by personnel	LTE automatically transmits and receive data from nearly anywhere through a touchless experience during aircraft shutdown. Especially crucial at non-base locations when determining the ability to fly.
Aircraft Data Transfer Method	Limited to base operations using ethernet, USB, or Wi-Fi connection only when connected to the Ground Station.	Wireless (WiFi/cellular) automated data, ethernet or USB	Touchless data downloads with near-instant visibility.
System Architecture	Traditional wiring connections	Modular bused onboard wiring system	Bused (vs. star) architecture reduces total wiring weight.
Specificity & Accuracy	Not discussed / Unknown	Distributed sensor-level processing, high resonance bracketry, and advanced algorithms	Foresight is significantly more accurate than legacy systems and yields 7x fault detection to reduce false positives.
Sensor Technology	IEPE accelerometers	MEMS accelerometers with DO 160 testing	Rugged, compliant, and highly sustainable onboard system using the most advanced sensor technology
User Experience
Notification of Warnings/Alerts	Unknown / Not Discussed	Any post-flight warnings or alerts automatically generate SMS and/or email notification to Foresight users	Foresight users know when issues are trending and are proactively notified to take action.
Updatability & Scalability	Ground-station with manual update capability.	Wireless connectivity, cloud architecture, and an update-over-the-air capability. Onboard hardware is modular with expansion capability for more features.	Foresight's service-based business model ensures you don't experience a "one-time buy" experience, but instead receive years of continuous support and enhancements for your fleet.
Usability	Legacy software platform user interface using legacy PC hardware ground station.	Modern, intuitive interface, color coding, and normative scales available anywhere, from any device	All members of a maintenance team can use HUMS, not just experts and outside consultants.
Integrations	Not discussed / Unknown	Modular bused onboard system enabling new functionality as needed (cameras, satellite data, etc.)	Foresight stays relevant with the latest technology and contract requirements.
APIs	Not discussed / Unknown	Cloud-enabled APIs and export buttons	APIs capable for use with online maintenance tracking systems
Location Access	Individual PC deployment architecture	Cloud architecture provides anywhere access to application	Access your fleet health anywhere, anytime through a browser
HUMS Expertise	Not discussed / Unknown	Usable by line personnel	With intuitive colors & normative scales (.75 = warning) simplifies HUMS review for most users.
Fleet / Aircraft User Interface	Generation 1 Windows-type interface	Modern web-based user-friendly interface	No complex user manuals or heavy training required
System Support
Warranty & Spares	Not discussed / Unknown	Perpetual warranty with annual subscription	Foresight users are covered through their entire subscription
Customer Support	RMCI Technical Support	Direct & unlimited technical support through GPMS and multiple OEM direct product support relationships	GPMS has a service-first philosophy and has established deep relationships with multiple OEMs to ensure a superior holistic customer support experience.
Company Business Model	Traditional avionics kit purchase plus service contract	HUMS-as-a-Service based on initial setup and annual subscription	Subscription model ensures long-term partnership, lower upfront cost, continued product development, and support excellence.