Lowering the Cost of Spacecraft Avionics with Radiation-Tolerant COTS Electronics
The risk of failure for avionics equipment on-board spacecraft due to radiation exposure is a critical issue for launchers, re-entry vehicles, space habitats and satellites
Curtiss-Wright Lowers Space Flight Cost, Speeds Up Development Time and Reduces Risk
Introducing the Smart Backplane subsystem (KAM/CSB/12U), a rugged multi-slot chassis designed specifically for data acquisition, data processing, and recording in radiation-intensive space environments.
Reduced SWaP, COTS in Space, and Budget Constraints in the Rad-Hard World
John McHale with Military Embedded Systems discusses radiation testing and qualification requirements for defense and space agencies are getting tougher and embracing TOR standards.