The integration of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) components into space applications is a topic of increasing relevance in the aerospace industry. Experts from leading organizations recently shared their insights on the evolution, challenges, and methodologies associated with the use of COTS in space.
Exploring the Use of EEE COTS Components in Space
The integration of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) components into space applications is a topic of increasing relevance in the aerospace industry. Experts from leading organizations are sharing their insights on the evolution, challenges, and methodologies associated with the use of COTS in space.
- A bit of history: Using COTS in Space – Alain Mouton & Philippe LAY (Centre National d'Études Spatiales)
- From Space Hermetic Products to the New Space Era – Valerie Lepaludier (Microchip Technology Inc.)
- Testing COTS, from lot validation to lot screening – Manuel Sánchez Ruiz (ALTER TECHNOLOGY TÜV NORD)
- COTS selection, risks, mitigation techniques, and tools – José Largaespada Gómez (ALTER TECHNOLOGY TÜV NORD)
The use of COTS in space presents both opportunities and challenges, requiring rigorous evaluation, testing, and risk management to ensure mission success.