Avionics platform data handling

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A large and powerful avionics platform range

With its industrial capability, Airbus has developed a large and powerful range of avionics platforms including on-board computer, payload interface unit, remote interface unit for conventional and new space applications.

Our avionics data processing platforms are developed on 2 different sites. We developed our cutting-edge management platform, Remote Interface Units, in Spain at Airbus Crisa.

The new generation on-board computing platform, OSCAR, is developed at Airbus Space Electronics in France. We are also developing our New Space Pureline range in France and offer the Payload Interface Unit, Pureline Emerald as well as the On board computer, PureLine Amethyst.

OSCAR, on board computer

OSCAR offers a versatile, compact and cost attractive platform on board computer to any satellite mission

- The mass and volume gain is mainly achieved thanks to the use of SCOC3 ASIC.
- All the following functionalities are merged onto a sole new 0.18μm technology ASIC ATC18RHA.

OSCAR OBC

OSCAR main features

Processing resources for the flight mission software include TM/TC services, interfaces with the RF chain, and communication with avionics and payload via MIL STD 1553, CAN, or SpW buses.

Download OSCAR Datasheet
OSCAR Gallery

Unit used for Earth Observation, Science and Explorations missions

Flying since 2012 on Spot6, with 20 units launched, accumulating more than 80 years in orbit life, with 18 more units manufactured or ordered.

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Remote Interface Units

Remote interface units/remote terminal units

Platform management

Modular and compact remote interface unit for medium and large satellite platforms

An evolution, with increased capabilities, of Airbus Crisa's highly successful and reliable units totalling more than 90 cumulated years in orbit in Earth observation platforms.
 

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Inline deciphering cyphering unit, platform data security

For Earth observation commercial, telecom or dual missions, the IDCU provides inline TM/TC security.

In addition, out-of-band security is also available within on-board computers or mass memories.
 

Pureline Range

Cost-effective PureLine series for global satellite applications

The PureLine series, designed for constellations with high volumes, delivers disruptive pricing without compromising quality, making it ideal for diverse global satellite applications.

PureLine amethyst - on board computer

New Space

Compact and low-power Avionics with essential functions

The PureLine Amethyst offers a compact, lightweight, low-power design with key functions like an onboard computer, TM/TC, GPS receiver, and AOCS interfaces.

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PureLine Amethyst

Advanced processing core for safety-critical applications

Amethyst features a high-performance processing core, innovative software architecture, and radiation-tested components, ensuring reliable 10-year operations in LEO.

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PureLine emerald, payload interface unit

New Space

Compact and lightweight payload power distribution unit

The PureLine emerald is a compact, lightweight unit that distributes power to satellite payloads and heaters, while also providing stepper motor control and analog interfaces.

Download Emerald Datasheet
PureLine Emerald

Advanced Power Distribution and Stepper Motor Control

PureLine Emerald offers fuse-protected power lines, stepper motor control for up to four motors, and interfaces with the OBC via CAN bus. It’s radiation-tested for 10 years of reliable LEO operations.

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