Satellite mission payloads
Rad hard electronics to optimize performance and reliability
Satellite payloads refer to the equipment, instruments, or systems aboard a spacecraft to perform specific functions or tasks. While they can vary greatly based mission goals and spacecraft type, common payloads include:
- Communications
- Earth observation
- Navigation
- Remote sensing
- Scientific
- Other specialized equipment
Satellite payloads are carefully designed to meet specific requirements of the mission and operational goals. Ensuring efficient and reliable payload system performance throughout mission lifetime is key.
System reliability begins with components selection
Infineon’s HiRel and rad hard solutions are engineered for optimal performance and longevity in extreme environmental conditions, including exposure to severe ionizing radiation in space. Our products are flight-proven under space radiation conditions across thousands of programs worldwide, from space satellite buses to space exploration vehicles and more. Customers count on us for our demonstrated track record in high-reliability products, portfolio longevity and long-term commitment to space.