The HPE Spaceborne Computer-2 Program onboard the International Space Station will Use KIOXIA SSDs.
Today, Kioxia Corporation proudly declared its involvement in the HPE Spaceborne Computer-2 (SBC-2) initiative. KIOXIA SSDs are utilized as a part of the initiative to supply dependable flash storage in HPE Edgeline and HPE ProLiant servers in a test environment for carrying out scientific research onboard the International Space Station (ISS).
As space exploration advances, a larger goal is to dramatically enhance computing and lessen reliance on communications. The HPE Spaceborne Computer-2 is the first in-space commercial edge computing and AI-enabled system to run on the ISS. For instance, processing data directly on the ISS can boost astronauts’ autonomy by removing the requirement to transport raw data to Earth for processing, analysis, and subsequent return to space.
The HPE SBC-2 uses a combination of HPE’s edge computing solutions, including the HPE Edgeline Converged Edge System, a tough and compact system, and the HPE ProLiant server for high-performing capabilities, to perform various high-performance computing tasks in space, including real-time image processing, deep learning, and scientific simulations. A variety of workloads are targeted by the HPE SBC-2, which has already aided in the advancement of 3D printing, 5G, AI, healthcare, image processing, and other fields.
For these solutions, Kioxia, a sponsor of the HPE SBC-2, has contributed flash-based SSDs, such as the KIOXIA RM Series Value SAS and KIOXIA XG Series NVMeTM SSDs. Due to the lack of moving components, less sensitivity to electromagnetic radiation, and quicker speed, these flash-based SSDs are more equipped than conventional hard disc drives to survive the power, performance, and reliability requirements of space travel.
For many years, Kioxia and HPE have worked together to develop best-in-class storage solutions, and the company’s products support a variety of HPE solutions, including those for mobile, data centers, and enterprises.
