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QUASAR (1&2) -Safe Reprogrammability of Critical Avionics Functions

EIDEL
2020-2024/2025
European Space Agency

Problem:

Satellites operating in space are increasingly vulnerable to cybersecurity threats and the damaging effects of high radiation. Traditional FPGA systems lack the capability to adapt in real-time, exposing satellites to potential security risks and functional degradation over time.

Solutions:

QUASAR project addresses these challenges by enabling secure in-flight reprogramming of FPGA functions, reinforced with post-quantum secure signatures for cybersecurity resilience.

KP Labs' objectives:

  • Allows flexible, in-flight updates to FPGA functions, adapting to new threats and mission needs.
  • Utilizes Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR) and EDAC for reliable performance and data integrity.
  • Ensures robustness in high-radiation conditions, supporting long-term missions.
  • Validated through extensive breadboard testing, establishing a new standard for secure, adaptable satellite systems.
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QUASAR (1&2) -Safe Reprogrammability of Critical Avionics Functions

Software
  • The project addresses critical vulnerabilities in satellite operations, focusing on cybersecurity threats and radiation effects, where traditional FPGA systems lack real-time adaptation capabilities.
  • QUASAR delivers a solution enabling secure in-flight FPGA reprogramming with post-quantum signatures, incorporating Triple Modular Redundancy and EDAC for enhanced reliability and data integrity.
  • The initiative demonstrated system robustness through extensive breadboard testing, establishing new standards for secure and adaptable satellite systems that can respond to emerging threats and mission requirements.
EIDEL
2020-2024/2025
European Space Agency