Volketswil ZH – The software company Klepsydra AI and Frontgrade Gaisler from Gothenburg have agreed to cooperate on the adaptation of microprocessors in space missions. The initiative is part of a mandate from the European Space Agency (ESA).
The European Space Agency ESA has awarded a contract to the companies Klepsydra AI from Volketswil and Frontgrade Gaisler. According to a press release, the artificial intelligence (AI) developed by Klepsydra is to be applied to the GR740 and NOEL-V processors from Frontgrade Gaisler. These are known for their performance in harsh environments and are therefore ideal for applications in space. By successfully porting Klepsydra AI software to Frontgrade Gaisler's space-qualified GR740 and GR765 microprocessors, artificial intelligence algorithms can enhance the versatility of these microprocessors and enable a wide range of AI-driven tasks in space, including remote sensing, Earth observation, data analysis, autonomous decision making and anomaly detection.
"We are honored to have been entrusted with this contract by ESA, which underlines the potential of our AI software in the field of space applications," Pablo Ghiglino, CEO of Klepsydra, is quoted as saying in the press release. "Our goal is to make space missions more efficient and effective by harnessing the power of artificial intelligence. We look forward to working with ESA and Frontgrade Gaisler on this groundbreaking project."
"Our commitment to providing reliable, radiation-resistant microprocessors for space applications fits perfectly with the goals of this project," adds Sandi Habinc, General Manager at Frontgrade Gaisler. "The integration of Klepsydra AI's software into our GR740 and GR765 radiation hardened microprocessors will open up new possibilities for space missions and further our commitment to space exploration for the benefit of humanity." ce/ww