Space exploration company Axiom Space targets entry into orbit with its Orbital Data Center Node
The space industry is gearing up for a significant leap with the announcement of Axiom Space and Spacebilt's plans to launch multiple in-orbit data centers, known as AxODC Nodes, by the end of 2027. These nodes, more serious beasts than their prototype counterpart, AxDCU-1, will revolutionize the way data is stored and processed in space. The first AxODC, AxDCU-1, which launched to the ISS in August, was a prototype roughly the size of a shoebox and served as a demonstrator. The new AxODC Nodes, on the other hand, will bring unmatched, petabyte-level storage capacity in an ODC environment. Jason Aspiotis, global director of in-space data and security at Axiom Space, has stated that the AxODC Node ISS will increase computing capacity on the International Space Station and integrate commercial optical communications terminals with the station. This will provide service to any spacecraft or satellite equipped with compatible Optical Communication Terminals (OCTs), creating a mesh network for seamless data exchange. The AxODC Nodes will be interconnected and supported by an Optical Communication Terminal, allowing service to be provided to any spacecraft or satellite equipped with compatible OCTs. This network will enable the nodes to communicate with each other, expanding the capabilities of the data centers and enhancing the overall efficiency of data transmission. Spacebilt is leading the engineering design effort and delivering its Large In-Space Servers (LiSS), which feature Phison enterprise-class SSDs. Phison Electronics is providing Pascari enterprise SSDs for the AxODC Node aboard the International Space Station. This collaboration aims to ensure the reliability and durability of the data centers in the harsh conditions of space. Axiom Space has published optimistic plans to make its own space station an independent platform by 2028. However, details about shifting ODC hardware to this new space station and under which country's laws on-orbit data storage and processing will occur have yet to be disclosed. It is worth noting that the company planning to add the ODC infrastructure to the International Space Labyrinth is SpaceGrid Technologies, with the engineering planning handled by AstroDesign Engineers. No information was provided about where the new Axiom space station will be located or its specific launch date. As we look towards the future, these developments in in-orbit data centers promise to unlock new possibilities for space-based applications and services. The AI-powered future of work will be showcased at Zoomtopia 2025, offering a glimpse into how these advancements could shape our world. Stay tuned for more updates as these exciting projects unfold.
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