For developers using RISC-V-based platforms, the architecture offers unique features that can help achieve functional safety and security objectives. From its open architecture to a rich tools ecosystem, safety-critical software teams see benefits in meeting the guidelines of DO-178C and ISO 26262, for example, and opportunities to reduce compliance effort. Understanding how to map RISC-V’s […]
Aerospace and Defense
High-frequency crystal oscillators for military and space applications hit U.S. market
Q-Tech Corporation has announced the introduction of the AXTAL GHz Series of crystal oscillators and modules to the U.S. market. Developed by Q-Tech’s European affiliate, AXTAL, the series includes high-frequency, ultra-low noise crystal-controlled sources that offer benefits across a variety of applications, including military, aviation, and space. The AXTAL GHz Series is designed to provide […]
Space-grade Flash memory achieves 133 MHz QSPI interface speed
Infineon Technologies AG announced the industry’s first radiation-hardened-by-design 512 Mbit QSPI NOR Flash memory for space and extreme environment applications. The new device offers a fast quad serial peripheral interface (133 MHz) and the highest density, radiation, and single-event effects (SEE) performance available in a fully QML-qualified non-volatile memory for use with space-grade FPGAs and microprocessors. […]
Teledyne e2V releases models for Arm-based space processor
Teledyne e2v announces engineering models of the LX2160-Space 16-core Arm Cortex A72 based system on chip (SoC) processor, enabling early project design, hardware and software validation for space-demanding applications. LX2160-Space engineering models have the same fit/form/function as flight models (FMs). LX2160-Space can be used in many heavy computing applications in Space, from Earth Observation Satellites […]
133 MHz QSPI NOR Flash memory designed for extreme environments
Infineon Technologies AG has introduced a radiation-hardened-by-design 512 Mbit QSPI NOR Flash memory for space and extreme environment applications. The device features a quad serial peripheral interface operating at 133 MHz and is QML-qualified for use with space-grade FPGAs and microprocessors. Developed in collaboration with the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory, Space Vehicles Directorate (AFRL), […]
SOSA-aligned SBU features 100 GbE data plane and 32 GB DDR4 memory
Acromag announces the release of their VPX7600 single board computer. This 3U OpenVPX SBC is powered by Intel’s 11th Generation Tiger Lake-H Xeon W-11000E processor and aligns to the SOSA I/O intensive profile. An XMC mezzanine site and a wide variety of I/O peripherals offer great flexibility. Intel’s E810 Ethernet controller supports 100GbE on the data […]
Quad-output clock operates at 100 MHz with radiation shield
Q-Tech Corporation announces the industry’s first multiple-output temperature-controlled crystal oscillators (TCXOs) qualified for full space applications. Each QT8220 Series TCXO, available with two (2) to four (4) CMOS outputs, is packaged in a hermetically sealed 32-pin Flatpack. One QT8220 multiple CMOS output TCXO offers significant SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) advantages compared to the traditional approach […]
Edge computing MPU features post-quantum security
Microchip Technology has announced the PIC64HX family of microprocessors (MPUs). Unlike traditional MPUs, the PIC64HX is purpose-built to address the unique demands of intelligent edge designs. The latest in Microchip’s 64-bit portfolio, the PIC64HX is a high-performance, multicore 64-bit RISC-V MPU capable of advanced Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) processing and designed with integrated Time-Sensitive […]
RISC-V releases new application processor standard
RISC-V International has ratified the RVA23 Profile for 64-bit application processors. This profile standardizes operating system compatibility and software portability across hardware implementations, reducing vendor lock-in for system developers. The RVA23 Profile completed development and review through RISC-V’s 80 technical working groups before board ratification. The profile defines mandatory and optional features that developers can […]
VCSOs achieve -166 dBc phase noise at 10 kHz offset
Microchip Technology has introduced the 101765 family of Voltage-Controlled SAW Oscillators (VCSOs) for aerospace and defense applications. These oscillators operate at 320 MHz and 400 MHz, providing low-phase noise performance for radar and test and measurement systems. The 101765-320-A VCSO achieves phase noise performance of -166 dBc at 10 kHz offset and a -182 dBc […]
