This whitepaper explores the role of advanced software and AI/ML algorithms in enhancing autonomy, resilience, and efficiency for mission-critical Space applications. It highlights the importance of real-time decision-making, onboard data processing, and fault-tolerant systems for tasks such as Earth observation, navigation, and scientific missions. The emerging RISC-V architecture is presented as a cost-effective, scalable solution for space-grade computing.
Preliminary results from the European REBECCA project are discussed, showcasing collaboration between SYSGO and Klepsydra to port AI workloads to PikeOS on the REBECCA RISC-V processor. The paper also presents early tests on Teledyne e2v hardware and outlines future efforts to strengthen European capabilities in AI-driven Space systems.
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