Sidus Space announced on April 23 2026 that it has advanced its Fortis Command and Data Handling (C&DH) platform, a modular 3U OpenVPX system designed for space and defense missions. The new platform incorporates Microchip’s RT PolarFire FPGAs, space‑grade processors, precision timing modules and high‑reliability networking components, enabling faster transitions from design to mission‑ready architectures.
The Fortis system is SOSA‑aligned and MOSA‑aligned, supporting modular payload configuration that lets customers deploy commercial or radiation‑hardened components based on mission assurance requirements. This alignment positions Sidus to meet the growing defense sector demand for open‑architecture, interoperable solutions.
Sidus leverages flight experience from its LizzieSat satellite missions to inform the platform’s design, ensuring that the system is flight‑proven and ready for rapid deployment. The integration of Microchip’s radiation‑tolerant PolarFire FPGAs further enhances the platform’s suitability for harsh space environments, giving customers a reliable, high‑performance C&DH solution.
The platform advancement marks a significant operational milestone for Sidus as it continues its strategic shift away from legacy contract work toward higher‑value commercial and AI‑driven space solutions. By offering a scalable, configurable C&DH platform, Sidus strengthens its competitive position in both commercial and government markets, supporting its broader goal of expanding high‑margin, high‑technology offerings.
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