Microchip rad-hard FPGAs achieve MIL-STD-883 Class B qualification
Microchip has now achieved the first qualification milestone with its RT PolarFire FPGA.
Air taxis: largely about the batteries, but also much more
Battery-powered vertical take-off/landing taxis have potential, but some major power and ground-based problems.
Rad hard GaN transistors from EPC targeted at demanding space applications
EPC's EPC7004 rad-hard GaN FET devices are suitable for space applications and other high-reliability environments.
Microchip memory device targeted at space systems
Microchip's SST26LF064RT memory device is its second SuperFlash technology-based offering to be space qualified.
DFM & DFA: Building your space-grade PCB right-first-time
To ensure your PCB is fabricated right-first-time, DFM and DFA require investment in time and effort.
The impact of electronic component shortages on the global space industry
In the middle of a global pandemic, is it right for the space industry to request more wafers when there…
2022 tech themes: A look ahead
Having recently reviewed the past year, our intrepid engineer now tackles forecasting the hot topics of the year ahead.
MPUs and FPGAs for intensive, in-orbit, edge-based computation
With the amount of on-board data predicted to increase exponentially, what type of processor should you use for intensive, edge-based,…
Renesas expands satcom portfolio with active beamforming ICs
Renesas has expanded its portfolio of mmWave LNAs and Tx BFICs with the introduction of three new dual-beam active beamforming…
Keeping space chips cool and reliable
Next-gen space-grade semiconductors will consume almost 100W, but with junction temperatures remaining the same, removing this heat is paramount for…