MIL-STD-1553 Review: Tutorials, Standards and References

MIL-STD-1553 has had a long, popular life - and will continue to be supported for decades to come in new and legacy applications.
The links below provide some of the most useful 1553 The Alta 1553 Tutorial and Reference is a summary of the standard and critical aspects in development of a 1553 computer (this document is ideal for quick reference for design and programming). We don't bother to repeat the detailed parts of the standard because the MIL-STD-1553B standard and MIL-HDBK-1553A applications handbook are the best resources. The SAE is the governing body of the 1553 standard and the current versions are copyright controlled under "AS15531" titles.

Alta MIL-STD-1553 Tutorial and Reference
MIL-STD-1553B Standard PDF
SAE AS15531 - Latest 1553 Standard
SAE AS4111 - RT Validation Test Plan
SAE AS4112 - RT Production Test Plan
Example 1553 Bus Configuration Diagram
Example 1553 Cable and Connector Diagram