StarLogic

StarLogic is Lúnasa’s advanced, autonomous vision-based navigation system and self-contained onboard computer, designed as a complete solution for rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO) missions. It combines dual processing cores: a Xilinx Zynq UltraScale+ core (quad ARM Cortex-A53 CPU up to 1.5 GHz, dual ARM Cortex-R5 in lock-step, and an FPGA for custom function implementation, running Petalinux and FreeRTOS) paired with an NVIDIA Jetson Orin AGX core running Ubuntu 20.04 with a container orchestration system for AI/ML workloads such as PyTorch.

The unit integrates 256GB of ECC-protected NAND flash storage in a sub-1U form factor, operates from a 22-36V bus supply, and is rated for operation between -30°C and 60°C (non-operational range -40°C to 85°C). It offers a broad set of spacecraft interfaces including CAN, I2C, SPI, RS422/485, UART, SpaceWire, Ethernet, and PCIe, along with a real-time clock and IEEE-754 single/double precision floating point support.

StarLogic’s technology underpins key in-space applications including in-orbit servicing for satellite refuelling and repairs, active debris removal, and precise formation flying for next-generation telescopes, radar systems, and communication networks.