Mercury Computer Systems is Selected for Advanced Imaging Magazine's 2007 Imaging Solutions of the Year for Medical and Commercial Solutions

CHELMSFORD, Mass., Feb. 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Mercury Computer Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: MRCY) announced that it was selected for two of Advanced Imaging magazine's 2007 Imaging Solutions of the Year Awards, in both the Medical and Consumer & Commercial categories. In its 11th year, the Imaging Solution of the Year Award is bestowed upon companies that are able to solve "involved problems" with sophisticated imaging technology. Recipients for this year's award were selected among numerous submissions, in particular for the difference their solution made to solving the problem at hand.

In the Medical category, Mercury's joint work with the Institute of Medical Physics (IMP) of Erlangen, Germany garnered recognition for Adding Processing Power to Computed Tomography (see http://www.advancedimagingpro.com/publication/article.jsp?pubId=1&id=3623). Mercury and the IMP, a leading international institute focused on the development and application of imaging technologies and modalities for medical diagnosis, therapy planning and computer-assisted surgery, developed a solution that is capable of performing modern computed tomography (CT) reconstruction more than 100 times faster than conventional microprocessors.

Based on the Cell Broadband Engine(TM) (BE) processor, the solution comprises the Mercury Cell Accelerator Board (CAB), MultiCore Plus(TM) SDK (Software Development Kit), and Trace Analysis and Tool Library (TATL(TM)). With this Cell BE processor-based solution, a radiologist can view images obtained from better algorithms, with higher quality, lower X-ray exposure to the patient, and much sooner than ever before.

In the Consumer & Commercial category, Mercury was recognized for enabling Safer General Aviation (see http://www.advancedimagingpro.com/publication/article.jsp?pubId=1&id=3630) with the VistaNav(TM) portable multi-function flight display system with 3D synthetic vision. VistaNav features four main components that use Bluetooth(R) wireless technology to communicate and provide a single navigation aid for all phases of flight -- and all conditions. Private pilot Greg Grant became the first known pilot to use VistaNav during an emergency when his onboard navigation system failed while flying in instrument conditions. VistaNav, which provides a realistic visual representation of the outside environment, restored Mr. Grant's ability to navigate the aircraft through the clouds to a safe landing.

The VistaNav system comprises a mobile computing platform, Mercury's GPS- enabled Intertial Navigation Unit (INU), an optional satellite weather receiver module, and an optional traffic receiver. While not intended to be used as a primary navigation system, VistaNav serves as a backup to the certified instruments installed in the aircraft.

Visit www.mc.com/3dcore for more information on Mercury's comprehensive end-to-end medical imaging solutions, and www.vistanav.com for more information on the VistaNav synthetic vision system solutions. For more information on Advanced Imaging magazine's Imaging Solutions of the Year award, visit http://www.advancedimagingpro.com/publication/article.jsp?siteSection=1&id=362 2.

Mercury Computer Systems, Inc. -- Where Challenges Drive Innovation

Mercury Computer Systems is the leading provider of computing systems and software for data-intensive applications that include image processing, signal processing, and visualization. With a strong commitment to innovation, our expertise in algorithm optimization, systems development, and silicon design is blended with software application knowledge and industry-standard technologies to solve unique computing challenges. We work closely with our customers to architect solutions that have a meaningful impact on everyday life: detecting aneurysms; designing safer, more fuel-efficient aircraft; identifying security threats; discovering oil; developing new drugs; and visualizing virtually every aspect of scientific investigation.

Mercury's comprehensive, purpose-built solutions capture, process, and present data for the world's largest medical imaging companies, 8 of the 10 top defense prime contractors, and other leading Fortune 500 and mid-market companies in semiconductor, energy, telecommunications, and other industries. Our dedication to performance excellence and collaborative innovation continues a 23-year history in enabling customers to stay at the forefront of the markets they serve.

Mercury is based in Chelmsford, Massachusetts and serves customers worldwide through a broad network of direct sales offices, subsidiaries, and distributors. We are listed on the Nasdaq National Market (NASDAQ: MRCY). Visit Mercury at www.mc.com.

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    Kathy Sniezek
    Public Relations Manager
    Mercury Computer Systems, Inc.
    978-967-1126 / ksniezek@mc.com

    Leigh McLeod
    Media Relations
    Mercury Computer Systems, Inc.
    978-967-1120 / lmcleod@mc.com

    Liz Boal
    Account Supervisor
    Greenough Communications
    617-275-6522 / lboal@greenoughcom.com

Cell Broadband Engine is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. The Bluetooth(R) word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. MultiCore Plus, TATL, and VistaNav are trademarks of Mercury Computer Systems, Inc. Other product and company names mentioned may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective holders.