Space AI Powered by ARM SoC with GPU

Vorago Technologies has made a significant breakthrough in the field of space technology with the development of a radiation-hardened ARM processor equipped with a GPU specifically designed for space AI applications. The newly introduced Vorago VA7230 is a cutting-edge system-on-chip (SoC) that integrates dual ARM Cortex-A72 cores capable of running at speeds of up to 1.5 GHz.

Featuring L1 and shared 1 MB L2 caches with Error-Correcting Code (ECC) support, the VA7230 also incorporates a NEON SIMD data engine and Floating-Point Unit (FPU) tailored for space AI tasks. The inclusion of an integrated 3D GPU enables the processor to deliver a remarkable performance of up to 10.4 GFLOPS, supporting OpenCL 1.2 and OpenGL ES 3.1 standards with 256KB of on-chip SRAM.

Moreover, the VA7230 boasts a comprehensive set of interfaces, including two PCIe Gen 3.0 interfaces, two USB 3.0 ports, a 6Gbit/s SATA interface, a 4-port Time-Sensitive Network (TSN), and six Ethernet interfaces capable of speeds up to 2.5Gbps. To ensure data security, the processor is equipped with a dedicated security engine that facilitates cryptographic offload, ARM TrustZone technology, and secure boot mechanisms.

Skywater, a prominent player in the semiconductor industry, has recently collaborated with Vorago Technologies to expand the horizons of space chip design. This partnership is expected to leverage the advanced capabilities of the VA7230 SoC, opening up new possibilities for innovative space applications and missions.

The compact form factor of the VA7230, packaged in a 17 x 17mm 448-pin FC-PBGA, coupled with its operational temperature range of -55 to +125°C and integrated thermal monitoring unit, makes it an ideal choice for space environments. The processor has undergone rigorous testing for Total Ionizing Dose (TID) resilience, demonstrating a tolerance of ≥30 krad(Si) @ 100 rad(Si)/sec (High Dose Rate) and over 100 krad(Si) @ 0.058 rad(Si)/sec (Low Dose Rate). Additionally, its Single-Event Latch Up (SEL) Immunity exceeds 60 (MeVcm²)/mg @ T=125°C.

With its embedded GPU tailored for power/performance optimization in space AI and machine learning workloads, the VA7230 paves the way for enhanced computational capabilities in space missions. The integrated TSN switch further enhances the reliability and determinism of network communications, ensuring seamless data transfer and processing in space environments.

In a bid to support developers and engineers in harnessing the full potential of the VA7230, Vorago Technologies offers a comprehensive development board featuring the VA41630 daughter board and a Linux Board Support Package (BSP). This ecosystem empowers innovators to explore the vast possibilities of space AI applications and drive advancements in space technology.

For more information about the Vorago VA7230 and its applications in space AI, visit www.voragotech.com.