Late April, EDGX pushing out a general DPU sat product running on NVIDiA and have included an optional Akida module for ultra low power applications and event processing.
The EDGX DPU is the most optimal earth-like AI processing system hardened to scale in space. Powered by NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX technology, this DPU is designed for powerful, energy-efficient and scalable onboard AI computing for smallsats.
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EDGX DPU - Onboard AI Compute powered by NVIDIA
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Key highlights
The EDGX DPU is the most optimal earth-like AI processing system hardened to scale in space. Powered by NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX technology, this DPU is designed for powerful, energy-efficient and scalable onboard AI computing for smallsats.
It combines advanced AI processing with a modular architecture
and includes an optional neuromorphic module for ultra-low-power applications. A built-in supervisory system improves reliability and availability through real-time monitoring and automated recovery. The DPU supports flexible power mode configuration, allowing users to adapt power consumption to mission constraints. Designed for ease of development, it features a Docker-based application deployment framework and is reprogrammable through reliable over-the-air (OTA) updates. Qualified for radiation, thermal, mechanical, and electromagnetic conditions, the compact and efficient DPU integrates seamlessly into a wide range of satellite platforms and supports all common European and U.S.-based launch vehicles.
Applications
Satellite Communication
- 5G/6G NTN onboard gNodeB Acceleration
- Spectrum Monitoring
- Radio Resource Management
- Network Traffic Management
Earth Observation (SAR / Optical / Hyperspectral)
- Data Compression, Reduction, Calibration
- Data Preprocessing (L0 => L2)
- Cognitive Sensors
In-orbit servicing
- Rendezvous & Proximity Operations (Pose Estimation)
- Asset monitoring & Tracking
Key features
- 157 TOPS AI compute
- [Optional] Neuromorphic Processing Unit Card (BrainChip Akida, < 2.5 W mode, for event-based processing)
- Radiation-tested: 30 Krad TID, SEE-hardened (LETth 38 MeV·cm²/mg)
- Vibration & TVAC tested, EMC/EMI compliant
- Compact & lightweight: 0.5U, <1 kg
- Flexible power mode configuration: 2.5W / 10W / 30W / 40W
- Flexible I/O: PCIe 4.0, USB 3.2, Ethernet, CAN, UART
- Robust software: Linux (Yocto), FreeRTOS, Docker, OTA
- Memory & storage: 16 GB LPDDR5, 1 TB NVMe SSD
- Designed for LEO & standard launchers
Manufacturing
Design, Manufacturing and AIT fully executed in Belgium (EU)