Do you really need space-grade components?

October 5, 2026 press
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In a SpaceNews op-ed, Everspin Technologies’ Sean Dougherty examines whether satellite and aerospace systems always require space-grade components or whether commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) technologies can meet mission-specific requirements. The article explores key considerations in selecting reliable memory for space applications, including radiation tolerance, and the potential role of magnetoresistive RAM (MRAM) in satellite electronics.

 

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