- Sidus Space (SIDU, Financial) launches Fortis™ VPX, a rugged AI-powered module for extreme environment missions.
- Fortis™ VPX supports space, defense, and maritime sectors with adaptable, software-defined operations.
- The product aligns with SOSA™ standards, enhancing Sidus Space's AI/edge computing capabilities.
Sidus Space (SIDU), a leader in space and defense technology, has unveiled its latest innovation, the Fortis™ VPX. This ruggedized, modular computing system is specifically designed for high-reliability Command and Data Handling (C&DH), artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML) processing, and precision navigation in challenging environments. The launch marks a significant advancement in Sidus Space's portfolio, catering to the increasing need for edge computing in both commercial and government sectors.
The Fortis™ VPX offers a scalable digital backbone crucial for accelerating mission development, minimizing integration complexities, and accommodating software-defined operations. By adhering to open architecture and utilizing industry-standard 3U VPX form factors, the system ensures rapid integration across various applications, including maritime, land, space, and airborne domains.
CEO Carol Craig emphasized, "Fortis™ VPX is a force multiplier for AI-driven mission systems. Its modularity and computing power allow customers to swiftly adapt to evolving mission requirements, reducing total lifecycle costs." The system supports a wide range of defense modernization, commercial space infrastructure, and autonomous systems applications, enhancing the company's strategic alignment and market relevance.
Engineered with integrated AI/ML processing and robust C&DH capabilities, Fortis™ VPX addresses the surging demand for near real-time intelligence. Its modular platform is deployable across multiple domains, including tactical UAV systems for air, underwater autonomous vehicles for sea, ISR ground systems for land, and radiation-hardened VPX AI payloads for space.
With Sidus Space's ongoing commitment to innovation, the Fortis™ VPX is strategically poised to meet the growing global demand for edge AI computing, fueled by initiatives like China's planned 2,800-satellite constellation. As Sidus Space continues to capitalize on VPX market momentum, the company remains a key player in advancing autonomous, edge-deployed intelligence in defense and aerospace sectors.
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