“Space is just about the worst possible place to put a computer.” – Linus Sebastian
We agree, Linus! It is really hard to put a computer into space… so hard that, as Linus notes in his recent video on the inner workings of the HPE® Spaceborne Computer-2 project (SBC-2), laptops on the International Space Station (ISS) are treated as effectively disposable.
Another fact that blew Linus’s mind about just how difficult computing in the harsh confines of space is? Transferring data from the ISS to Earth can take an excessive amount of time, months in some cases. Needless to say, he was pretty impressed by the fact that, thanks to the SBC-2 project, insight from experiments is now available in mere minutes or seconds!
When HPE wanted to put a supercomputer on the ISS, experts were naturally a bit skeptical… and with good cause, considering what happened with laptops. That’s where KIOXIA comes in – and we were more than happy to rise to the challenge. We are proud to be the data storage provider for SBC-2.
KIOXIA has always been at the forefront of storage technology, and our participation in the SBC-2 project is a testament to our commitment to pushing the limits of computing, and how cutting-edge technology can transcend boundaries. KIOXIA high-performance SSDs are not just making SBC-2 experiments in space more efficient, but are also paving the way for future advancements on the moon.
Here’s how our technology is making a difference:
Resilience in Space:
Space is an incredibly challenging environment for any technology. The extreme conditions —ranging from radiation to microgravity and temperature variations — demand the highest levels of durability and reliability. KIOXIA value SAS, enterprise SAS and NVMeTM SSDs are engineered to meet these challenges head-on. Our storage solutions are rigorously tested for use on earth, but are able to withstand these harsh conditions, providing dependable performance for critical experiments.
High-Performance Computing:
In space, every second counts. The ability to process large datasets quickly and efficiently is crucial. KIOXIA high-performance SSDs deliver the speed and capacity needed to handle the demanding computational tasks on the ISS, including edge computing.
As humans continue to push the boundaries of space exploration, the advancements made through projects like SBC-2 pave the way for future innovations. We’re proud to be part of this journey and excited about the possibilities that lie ahead.
So, if you’re as fascinated by space technology as we are, be sure to watch Linus Tech Tips® video on the SBC-2 project, featuring our SSDs. It’s a captivating glimpse into the future of space computing - and the incredible technology making it all possible.
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