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Product	Category	Family	Processor	Flight Heritage	PS RAM (GB with EDAC)	PL Logic RAM (GB)	Bulk Storage (GB)	Typical Power (W)	AI Engines	RF Transc.	Ethernet	PCIe	LVDS	GPIO	Analog Inputs	CAN	USB	RS-422/ RS-485	Temp Sensors
Q7 Low SWaP Zynq-based processor to embed in your custom payload or bus subsystem.	System-on-Module (SOM)	Q7	Xilinx Zynq	Yes	0.5	-	64	2	No	No	Supported	-	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported
Q7 ACS A daughterboard for the Q7 processor card that provides a suite of functions and interfaces that are commonly required in a satellite ACS subsystem.	Embedded Computing System	Q7	Xilinx Zynq	Yes	0.5	-	64	5	No	No	-	-	-	10	-	-	-	32	-
Q7 Camera Board A development board allowing the rapid integration of high-performance image processing algorithms into your camera systems for high-bandwidth video or imagery applications.	Embedded Computing System	Q7	Xilinx Zynq	No	0.5	-	64	5	No	No	-	-	16	48	-	-	4	2	-
Q8 Low SWaP Ultrascale+-based processor to embed in your custom payload or bus subsystem.	System-on-Module (SOM)	Q8	Xilinx Ultrascale+	Yes	4	-	256	5	No	No	Supported	-	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported
Q8 Camera Board High-performance image processing board designed to work with the Q8 processor card that features two Camera Link interfaces (1x Base and 1x Medium).	Embedded Computing System	Q8	Xilinx Ultrascale+	Yes	4	-	256	9	No	No	1x 1G	-	2	2	-	-	-	4	6
Q8 OBC Based on the Xiphos Q8 processor board, it’s backed by 120+ years of flight heritage.	Bus or Payload Unit	Q8	Xilinx Ultrascale+	No	4	-	256	8	No	No	1x 1G	-	12	20	12	2	2	27	48
Q8J Low SWaP Ultrascale+-based processor with high-speed GTH to embed in your custom payload or bus subsystem.	System-on-Module (SOM)	Q8J	Xilinx Ultrascale+	Yes	4	-	256	6	No	No	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported
Q8J DSIB The Data Storage and Interface Board (DSIB), is designed to maximize the Q8J's advanced capabilities and extensive I/O.	Embedded Computing System	Q8J	Xilinx Ultrascale+	No	4	-	2,256	12	No	No	4x 1G	-	16	-	-	2	-	8	-
Q8RF This architecture enables direct RF sampling and real-time digital signal processing without the need for external data converters or complex analog front ends.	RFSoC System-on-Module (SOM)	Q-RF	Xilinx Gen 1 RFSoC	No	4	4	64	30	No	Yes	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported
Q8RFG3 This architecture enables direct RF sampling and real-time digital signal processing without the need for external data converters or complex analog front ends.	RFSoC System-on-Module (SOM)	Q-RF	Xilinx Gen 3 RFSoC	No	4	4	256	34	No	Yes	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported
Q9 A High Performance AI/ Edge-Processing System-on-Board in a Tiny COTS Package	System-on-Module (SOM)	Q9	Xilinx Versal AI Core	No	16	16	2,000	40	Yes	No	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported	Supported

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Q9 PS and PL share the same 16GB of memory
"Supported" refers to interfaces that can be configured and processed on the Q-Card SOM but then need to be implemented on a Xiphos or customer provided daughterboard

Custom Solutions

Tailored Solutions for Unique Challenges

Catering to diverse applications, from remote sensing to SDR, Xiphos' high-performance computing solutions are compact, efficient, and extremely powerful. We take pride in our comprehensive service offerings that range from turnkey systems to custom development, supplemented with thorough training and dedicated support.

Software
Hybridization

Xiphos' software hybridization fuses custom software with FPGA logic, creating efficient, high-performance, and scalable applications with a focus on image processing, signal processing, and data acquisition. Hybridized solutions can significantly outperform high-end computing platforms with respect to performance and power consumption.

Firmware
DEVELOPMENT

Our firmware engineers excel at crafting embedded logic solutions for diverse needs such as control, communications, and processing, ensuring high-speed, robust, reliable, and efficient performance. In addition to the design of custom logic, Xiphos offers off-the-shelf IP cores, allowing a customer to integrate key functionality into their designs quickly.

HARDWARE
DEVELOPMENT

From concept to production, Xiphos crafts bespoke hardware solutions tailored to your requirements. With a proven heritage in space applications, our adept team can help bring your design visions to life.

Linux Driver/API & Application Software Development

The expertise of our team allows us to deliver Linux software solutions for a wide range of applications, from creating custom drivers and APIs for Linux to developing application software.

FAQ

Are Xiphos products truly space-ready?

Absolutely. Xiphos has a rich history in creating Processor Boards designed explicitly for space applications using COTS components. Every element, from component selection to logic features, is designed to exceed your mission expectations. We've proven our capabilities in various missions and roles.

Where are Xiphos products typically deployed?

With the burgeoning New Space market, our products have found their place in numerous LEO applications, launchers, and even on the moon. We analyze your specific requirements and recommend the most suitable product to ensure mission success.

What tools are necessary to design my solution on Xiphos boards?

We provide a Linux Software Development Kit (SDK) based on industry-standard toolchains, enabling our customers to implement their designs on our boards rapidly. We also offer a Vivado skeleton project as a starting point, leaving over 90% of the FPGA resources available for your application.

Can Xiphos accommodate specific interface requirements for my mission?

Absolutely! We collaborate closely with our customers to cater to varied interface requirements. We either provide a ready solution or guide your team on how to implement it.

Does Xiphos offer technical support?

Yes, we do: Our technical support aims to assist with product understanding and overcoming initial learning curves. We also provide project-specific support packages, which can be utilized to develop custom software or logic, review your design, or even aid in designing your carrier board.

How does Xiphos quantify radiation exposure?

We quantify radiation exposure through testing of both Total Ionizing Dose (TID), which accumulates over time, and Single-Event Effects (SEE), which is more like a lightning strike. TID is a measure of the total amount of radiation that a device is expected to be exposed to over its mission life, while SEE is a measure of the effects of the individual "hits" of radiation that a device has experienced.

What is the architecture of the Xiphos COTS-based Processor Board that makes it useable Space?

The board has dual FPGA (processor and supervisor) and ECC for its memory banks. It also provides a suite of other radiation effects mitigation features. We also ensure that the selected components can survive the harsh radiation environment of space.

How does Xiphos handle the memory scrubbing of memory devices?

Xiphos provides memory scrubbing software that can be run in the background of the main application software to clear single-bit errors in memory.

What kind of design validation does Xiphos perform?

Xiphos conducts a radiation qualification test campaign, including board-level proton and TID (gamma ray) testing, as well as an environmental qualification that includes TVAC, vibration, and shock testing.

What documentation does Xiphos provide to customers?

We provide spec sheets, pinout files, user manuals, mechanical drawings, and 3D STEP files, some of which are provided under NDA.

Can you provide details about the different types of Xiphos Processor Boards?

The document lists various Processor Boards with their specifications, like the Q7, Q7AE, Q7RH, Q8, Q8J, Q8RF, and Q8RH.

What are the available Daughterboards for Q7 and Q8 processors?

For Q7, there's the Q7ACS and Q7 Camera Board. For Q8, there's the Q8 Camera Board, Q8 SDR Dock, and Q8 DHMMU.

What peripherals and interfaces are available in the Q7 Zynq 7020 MPSoC FPGA?

The Q7 MPSoC FPGA has multiple ‘hard core” peripherals, including 2x Gigabit Ethernet MAC, 2x USB 2.0, 2x CAN 2.0B, 2x SDIO, 2x SPI, 2x UART, 2x I2C, GPIO. For Q8, there's PCI Express 2.1, SATA 6Gbs rev 3.1, 4x Ethernet MAC rev 2.0, and 2x USB rev 2

What peripherals are available in the Q8 and Q8J Zynq UltraScale+ MPSoC FPGA?

The Q8 and Q8J MPSoC FPGAs have multiple ‘hard core” peripherals, including 4x Gigabit Ethernet MAC, 2x USB 3.0/2.0, 2x CAN 2.0B, 2x SDIO, 2x SPI, 2x UART, 2x I2C, GPIO, PCI Express (PCIe) Gen 2, and SATA 6Gbs Rev 3.1. The Q8J also provides access to the MPSOC’s 2x PCIe Gen 3 cores in the PL.

What are the main offerings of Xiphos?

Xiphos creates superior, high-performance, space-ready COTS-based Processor Boards and Daughterboards, leveraging the power of Xilinx MPSoC FPGAs.

What sort of advantages does Xiphos bring to the table?

Quite a lot!

Exceptional performance: Our products are built to deliver unparalleled performance in the most challenging applications.
Flight-proven resilience: Rigorous testing under the harshest conditions ensures the reliability of our products.
Tailored solutions: We offer customization to cater to your specific needs.
Comprehensive support: Our wide range of support options will ensure you get the maximum value out of our products.

What are the distinct product categories offered by Xiphos?

Processor Boards: The beating heart of our product line, our Processor Boards come packed with various features and options to cater to diverse applications.
Daughterboards: Our Daughterboards are compact and specialized, designed for particular applications such as SDR, imaging, or robotics.
Software: We provide a suite of software tools to aid you in developing and deploying various applications on our products.

How can I procure products from Xiphos?

Xiphos' products can be accessed through multiple channels, including this website, authorized distributors, and direct sales representatives.

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