Sidus Space develops 3D-printed high-speed switch card

Sidus Space, a provider of space infrastructure solutions, announced that it has designed and developed a high-speed switch card with the Crosspoint Switch independent of the Frontgrade protocol. The multi-payload switch card is integrated into LizzieSat-2 (LS-2) and will be offered as a standalone product to support the Small Satellite Supply Chain.

Sidus Space’s new Low Voltage Differential Signaling (LVDS) switch card serves as a port replicator and extends the capabilities of the payload processor. It enables communication with multiple optical sensors through high-speed LVDS data links. LVDS is a high-speed, low-power communication standard that uses differential signals to transmit data over long distances. Frontgrade’s 3.125 Gbps crosspoint switch provides enhanced redundancy and fault tolerance and is compatible with the Space VPX VITA 78 standard, an industry standard for avionics boards and connections between space systems and components.

“At Sidus Space, we are at the forefront of innovation, collaborating with industry leaders to develop reliable and adaptable technology capable of withstanding the harshest spaceborne conditions. By continuing to integrate cutting-edge in-house 3D printing technology into our product portfolio, we achieve unparalleled precision and customization, setting new standards in the industry while delivering exceptional value to our customers,” said Carol Craig, CEO of Sidus Space.

The use of 3D printing technology enables Sidus Space to customize components with the highest accuracy. This is particularly important for applications in space, where materials are exposed to extreme conditions such as high radiation levels and large temperature fluctuations. The ability to produce complex components quickly and accurately gives Sidus Space a decisive advantage in the development and delivery of space solutions.

Sidus Space plans to leverage its business operations and marketing resources to bring this advanced technology to market. The circuit cards are expected to go into series production from 2025. This development represents an important step in the advancement of space technology and underscores Sidus Space’s role as a trusted supplier of space systems.

The integration of the new circuit card into the LizzieSat-2 will improve the satellite’s ability to manage multiple payloads simultaneously, increasing the efficiency and performance of the mission. This technology makes it possible to optimize data communication in space and ensures that the systems function reliably even under the most demanding conditions.