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Aitech Expands Space-Ready Orbital Systems

Our Bureau - : Oct 31, 2024 - : 10:27 pm

Aitech Systems has broadened its offerings in space-rated unified system architectures to address the need for reduced development times and costs in satellite buses, subsystems, and payloads. The company’s Space Digital Backbone (DBB) provides a communication pathway designed to support the integration of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in space missions.

Aitech supplies integrated hardware and software, along with engineering analysis of commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) systems. This approach aims to improve reliability, real-time data processing, high-resolution imagery, and situational awareness for space operations. The space DBB also facilitates integration and high-speed connectivity between communication systems, cameras, local edge computing, and storage elements across all orbital levels.

In addition, Aitech’s I/O boards support payload sharing and interface with satellite buses, which aids in managing satellite swarms and constellations. This design helps reduce latency through dedicated high-speed data streams and high-capacity memory. Power control subsystems are incorporated into controllers to manage output power and switching times, aiming to prevent transients from affecting the system. The company also provides power and signals for motors or servos, which can enhance autonomy and decision-making in space environments.

Ralph Grundler, Director of Space Business Development and Space R&D, at Aitech, commented, “Accelerated timelines in space innovations have led to the transition from custom space-qualified systems that require extensive design, testing, and qualification processes to economical COTS technologies without sacrificing key performance indicators of radiation tolerance, reliability, spaceflight pedigree, and risk management.”

Commercial space enterprises are seeking space-ready orbital systems that integrate computational, input/output, and communication functionalities. These systems are necessary for controlling satellite operations, including image data processing, communications, and navigation.

Aitech’s focus on high-performance computing and connectivity is aimed at addressing current demands in space exploration. The company uses scalable, versatile interconnects and open standards-based computing with COTS to enhance reliability in areas such as Earth observation, computation and data handling, and communication.

With over 30 years of experience, Aitech has provided space-ready orbital systems for various programmes and missions, including the Multi-User System for Earth Sensing (MUSES) and contributions to CC&DH flight computers and peripherals for orbital missions.

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