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From flash memory to radiation-tolerant SSDs
Space-grade SSD solutions combine NAND flash and radiation-tolerant controllers to ensure data integrity in harsh space environments.
NASA reports and evaluates MLCC cracking issues at low voltage
MLCC reliability in space systems is challenged by cracking, often from soldering stress; design and screening help mitigate failures.
The role of the Declared Components List (DCL) in space projects
A DCL tracks all EEE components used in space systems, detailing specs, approvals, and changes for project validation and review.
Parts Approval Document (PAD) in space applications
A parts approval document defines test, quality, and radiation criteria to certify components for use in space or critical applications.
Single Event Latch-up protection circuits
Single event latch-up in space electronics causes destructive currents; mitigation requires protection and recovery circuitry.
An overview of Low Voltage Differential Signaling (LVDS)
Low Voltage Differential Signaling (LVDS) enables high-speed, low-power data transmission with strong noise immunity and low EMI.
Fundamentals of solderability and testing methods
Solderability refers to how well a surface can be wetted by solder, assessed through visual or force-based test methods.
MIL-STD-883 2003: Solderability Test procedure
MIL-STD-883 defines solderability testing via Dip and Look to assess termination quality after steam aging and solder dipping.
Image Sensors characterization according to the EMVA 1288 standard
Image sensors convert photons into electronic signals, with key parameters like responsivity, SNR, and dark current analyzed.
Lot Acceptance Testing (LAT) for space-qualified components
Lot Acceptance Test (LAT) verifies a component batch’s reliability through screening and endurance tests before final application use.
What does Acceptance Quality Limit (AQL) mean?
Acceptance Quality Limit (AQL) defines the maximum defect rate allowed in a batch based on statistical sampling.
Isolation in DC using phototransistor output optocouplers
Phototransistor optocouplers enable isolation in DC circuits, offering signal transfer with galvanic separation.
Talking on COTS for Space with Dan Friedlander. Episode 9: New space – CubeSats
CubeSats face policy gaps, high failure rates, and growing debris concerns, highlighting the need for technical oversight.
Talking on COTS for Space with Dan Friedlander. Episode 6: Automotive Components
Automotive components in COTS require careful evaluation beyond grade labels to ensure suitability for space use.
Managing EEE components for LEO and lower cost space missions
This session addresses the challenges in selecting EEE components for cost-effective space missions, particularly those in LEO.
Stability of Optoelectronic parameters for space applications
Webinar addresses how optoelectronic parameters behave under stress and their suitability for space applications.
New Space & Product Assurance: Expert insights
Explore expert answers on product assurance, COTS use, packaging, and certification from our New Space webinar Q&A session.
Product Assurance Approach for New Space missions
Webinar explores product assurance strategies to boost reliability in New Space missions using COTS components.
STMicroelectronics Rad-Hard Integrated Current Limiter (ICL)
Rad-hard integrated current limiter RHRPMICL1A supports 100V+ power buses with QML-V qualification for space use.