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NanoXplore SoC FPGA built on STMicroelectronics 28nm FD-SOI platform achieves space qualification
Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 09:40 PM
NanoXplore has achieved space-grade certification for its SoC FPGA manufactured using STMicroelectronics' 28nm FD-SOI process technology.
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STMicroelectronics has reached a strategic milestone in the aerospace sector as NanoXplore’s high-density NG-ULTRA FPGA received official qualification for European space missions. The hardware is manufactured using STMicroelectronics’ specialized 28nm FD-SOI technology, which provides inherent radiation hardness and high reliability for critical satellite systems. This certification marks the completion of a multi-year development cycle aimed at ensuring technological sovereignty in high-performance space components.
The use of the 28nm node is significant because it offers a major leap in processing power and gate density compared to previous generation radiation-hardened chips. By leveraging FD-SOI, these processors achieve superior energy efficiency and thermal stability, which are vital for the long-term operation of AI-driven edge computing in orbit. For investors, this solidifies STMicroelectronics’ position as a critical provider in the high-margin space-tech supply chain as global demand for commercial and defense satellite constellations continues to accelerate.
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