FeatherEdge - Sidus Space - SmallSat Catalog - Orbital Transports

FeatherEdge

FeatherEdge, a compact Data Processing Unit tailored for AI applications in orbit, redefines space efficiency. Its 0.5U size and low power design ensure seamless compatibility with diverse satellite platforms. By processing onboard sensor data directly and transmitting only crucial information, FeatherEdge slashes downlink costs and significantly bolsters response times for critical events in orbit. 

At its core, FeatherEdge integrates a robust AI computing module with Sidus Space’s radiation tolerant motherboard, operating as a fully integrated Linux system. Capable of trillions of operations per second and boasting precision thermal management within its enclosure, it minimizes reliance on external thermal controls. This device combines cutting-edge computing prowess with space-grade reliability, delivering a complete AI payload for unparalleled on-orbit high-performance edge computing capabilities.

 Specification FeatherBox GEN 1 FeatherBox GEN 2
 CPU  Quad-Cortex-A53  8-core Arm Cortex-A78AE
 GPU  2D/3D Vivante GC7000 Lite GPU and VPU  1024-core NVIDIA Ampere
 AI Performance  Coprocessor: 4 TOPS  Coprocessor: 100 TOPS
 Microcontroller  PIC12 8-bit  Rad-tolerant ARM Cortex M7 32-bit
 RAM  4 GB LPDDR4 SDRAM  16 GB 128-bit LPDDR5
 Storage  40 GB SLCNAND Flash(ECC); 16 GB eMMC  680 GB pSLC NVMe SSD (ECC)
 Operating System  Linux Based  Linux Based
 AI/ML Model Type  TensorFlow Lite  TensorRT
 Connectors  Micro-D  Nano-D, M12, Micro-B, USB
 Ethernet  1x GbE  3x GbE
 USB  1x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)  4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps), 2x USB 2.0
 UART  2x RS-422  2x TTL, 2x RS-232, 1x RS-485
 Other I/O  2x SPI, 2x I2C, 8x GPIO  2x SPI, 2x I2C, 1x CAN, GPIOs
 Power Consumption  3W idle, 7.5W typical, 22 W peak (tens of microseconds)  9.3 W idle, 20 W typical, 30 W peak
Specifications
Lead Time:
14 weeks (FM)
Lead Time:
10 weeks (EM)
Processor:
Quad-Cortex-A53 (Gen 1)
Processor:
8-core Arm Cortex-A78AE (Gen 2)
GPU:
2D/3D Vivante GC7000 Lite GPU and VPU (Gen1)
GPU:
1024-core NVIDIA Ampere (Gen 2)
RAM:
4 GB LPDDR4 SDRAM (Gen 1)
RAM:
16 GB 128-bit LPDDR5 (Gen 2)
Mass:
1.4 kg (Gen 1)
Mass:
1.5 kg (Gen 2)
Size:
96 x 96 x 50 mm^3 (Gen 1)
Size:
113 x 100 x 70 mm^3 (Gen 2)
Supply Voltage:
5V
Idle Power Consumption:
3 W (Gen 1)
Idle Power Consumption:
9.3 W (Gen 2)
Typical Power Consumption:
7.5 W (Gen 1)
Typical Power Consumption:
20 W (Gen 2)
Peak Power Consumption:
22 W (Gen 1)
Peak Power Consumption:
30 W (Gen 2)
Operating Temperature Range:
-25C to 85C
Storage Temperature Range:
-40C to 85C
Operating System:
Linux Based
Software:
Basic software package included
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