Intuition-1
Purpose:
Intuition-1 is a 6U KP Labs' hyperspectral satellite launched in November 2023, aiming to demonstrate on-board processing of hyperspectral data to minimize data transmission needs. KP Labs developed key payloads, has context menu, including the 192- band hyperspectral sensor (HSI) and the Leopard Data Processing Unit (DPU). The satellite processes complex image data in orbit, enabling near-instant analysis of environmental conditions like vegetation health and soil composition. The mission is ongoing, continuing to validate advanced onboard AI capabilities.
Mission Results to Date:
- Successfully implemented AI-driven hyperspectral image processing directly on the satellite, drastically reducing the volume of data transmitted back to Earth.
- Demonstrated stable real-time image segmentation and object detection, operating at a processing speed of 3 Tera Operations Per Second (TOPS) on the Leopard DPU.
- Achieved effective cloud detection, filtering cloud-covered images with high accuracy, thereby optimizing bandwidth by sending only cloud-free, relevant data.
- Validated the reliability of on-board AI technologies, with X days of uninterrupted performance, proving the robustness of the system under real space conditions.
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