Frontgrade Gaisler has launched its latest radiation-hardened microcontroller, the GR716B. Building on the success of the GR716A, this latest innovation represents a step forward in the development of energy-efficient microcontrollers that are adaptable to space applications. As missions become increasingly complex and ambitious, the industry sees a growing need for technologies that not only deliver reliable performance over long durations, but are also capable of handling a multitude of tasks.
The GR716B is an all-in-one solution for supervision, monitoring and control in satellite applications. Designed for versatility, the new microcontroller easily adapts to a wide range of space systems thanks to its comprehensive set of standard interfaces, architectural features and integrated analog functions.
Sandi Habinc, Managing Director of Frontgrade Gaisler, said: “With the GR716B, we are delighted to offer a solution that reflects the growing ambitions of the space industry. The GR716B engineering models are now available to alpha customers for integration into new missions.”
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The GR716B combines proven technology with innovations that address the space industry’s most pressing challenges, such as the need for low power consumption and efficient use of onboard resources. Frontgrade Gaisler also plans to commercialize the GR716B System-in-Package (SiP) solution, which combines the new microcontroller with non-volatile memory, simplifying system design.
The development of the GR716B was made possible thanks to the support of the European Space Agency (ESA) Core Competitiveness programme, part of the Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems programme and under ESA’s Connectivity and Secure Communications Directorate, and the Swedish National Space Agency (SNSA), demonstrating an ongoing commitment to the advancement of space technologies.
Domenico Mignolo, Acting Head of ESA’s Technology and Products Division, said: “We are pleased to support Frontgrade Gaisler as part of our Core Competitiveness programme. By supporting the development of general-purpose space microcontrollers, ESA aims to foster innovation in satellite communications to boost industrial competitiveness.”
SOURCE: Businesswire