Overview

The credit-card-sized module features a quad-core processor, error-correcting code memory, mass storage, selective redundancy, and multiple data interfaces in a compact form-factor.

The CesiumAstro SBC-1461 includes a software development kit for a Linux-based OS, providing a fast, out-of-the-box solution.

The SBC-1461 single-board computer, with its integrated communications and security features, is designed to operate in LEO environments. Use as a stand-alone computer or combine with other CesiumAstro modules for a powerful, secure, and tightly integrated communications platform.

The CesiumAstro SBC-1461 features a quad-core processor, error-correcting code memory, mass storage, redundancy, and multiple data interfaces in a compact form-factor.

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Low profile and compact 50mm x 84mm x 13mm packaged form-factor. Thermal pillars bring heat to the flat surface.

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Key Features

Hardware

  • 1.4 GHz ARM® 64-bit quad-core Cortex® processor

  • Traffic routing and encryption without loading the cores

  • Encryption options include AES-256-GCM

  • Integrated security engine

  • 2GB SDRAM with ECC

  • 30GB non-volatile eMMC storage with pSLC mode enabled

  • Other storage sizes available upon request

  • 256KB high-endurance FRAM memory

  • Redundant 32MB boot flash with automatic failover

  • Single power input required (12V nominal, ±20%)

  • Onboard telemetry: temperature, uptime, and output voltage and current

Software

  • Linux support:

  • Ubuntu-based OS with GNU toolchain

  • Option for Yocto-based OS

  • Option for VxWorks®

  • NASA cFS (core Flight System) support

Mechanical

  • Compact 50mm x 84mm x 13mm packaged form factor

  • Thermal pillars bring heat to flat surface

  • Rugged, MIL-spec Nano-D connectors

  • Suitable for military and commercial use on LEO satellites and airborne platforms

Data Interfaces

Ethernet

  • 2x 1000BASE-T (capacitively coupled)

  • 2x 10GBASE-KR (configurable as SGMII)

  • 1x SGMII

Serial, configurable as

  • 3x RS-485 (half-duplex) + 1x RS-422 (full-duplex), OR

  • 2x RS-485 + 2x RS-422, OR

  • 3x RS-422

Programming (lab use)

  • 1x JTAG

Product Specifications

DC Input Voltage
10 V to 14 V
Baseplate Operating Temp.
-24 °C to 61 °C
Mass
116 g

Mechanical View

Additional Resources

A full suite of documentation is available to support integration of SBC-1461 Single-Board Computer into your mission. Our team stands ready to support you. Contact us for technical specifications or to discuss your programming challenges.

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