AMD – IMPLEMENTING SYNTHETIC APERTURE RADAR IN SPACE WITH AMD VERSAL ADAPTIVE SOCS – 1 Hour Online presentation
Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) is a technique used to generate high-resolution radar
images with a relatively small antenna, effectively simulating the performance of a much
larger and more costly one. The method takes advantage of the radar platform’s motion
relative to the target to construct detailed images.
While several algorithms exist for SAR processing, all demand substantial high-performance computing resources. Traditionally, in satellite and airborne applications, raw
SAR data is transmitted to the ground for processing — a process that creates a significant communications bottleneck and restricts the volume of SAR data that can be
gathered during a mission.
With the advent of modern space-grade adaptive SoCs, SAR data can now be processed efficiently on board the radar platform. This enables the transmission of completed images to the ground, eliminating the communications bottleneck and allowing a
greater number of SAR images to be captured as the spacecraft or aircraft passes over
the Earth.
In this presentation, we will explore on-orbit SAR processing using a back-projection
algorithm and outline its implementation on an AMD Versal™ adaptive SoC. We will also
share an update on the space qualification of the XQR Versal™ adaptive SoCs, including
the latest results on reliability and radiation performance
Agenda
- 03:00 PM CET – Introduction by Paul Leys
- 03:10 PM CET – Presentation by Ken O’Neill
- 03:45 PM CET – Q&A Session
Presenters:
KEN O’NEILL, SPACE SYSTEMS ARCHITECT, AMD
Ken O’Neill is the Space Systems Architect at AMD, with responsibility for
AMD’s space products. Ken has over 20 years of experience in the field of
radiation tolerant FPGAs and space electronics, and more than 30 years
experience in the FPGA industry. Ken previously worked with Microchip,
Microsemi, Actel, and Hewlett Packard. Ken holds a bachelors degree in
electronics engineering
PAUL LEYS, SENIOR MANAGER A&D
Paul Leys is the Senior Manager for the Aerospace business at Avnet
Silica. He supports the Avnet Silica EMEAI business with the team of local
Account Managers and FAEs. He has supported this business for over 25
years and has a particular passion for the Space industry. The Avnet Silica
goal is to be able to offer a wide range of reliable and leading edge electronic component solutions to its Aerospace customers.
