EDGX Launches In-Orbit AI Computing System on SpaceX Mission

Apr 13, 2026
Belgian spacetech firm EDGX has launched its first in-orbit demonstration of STERNA, an AI-powered edge computer for satellites, aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-16 mission. The system enables real-time data processing directly in space, reducing reliance on ground infrastructure.

EDGX has launched its first in-orbit demonstration of STERNA, an AI-powered edge computer for satellites, aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-16 mission, announced in a press release.

The STERNA system brings NVIDIA-based high-performance computing directly onboard satellites, allowing data to be processed in orbit rather than transmitted to Earth. It is designed for long-term reliability, with a target operational life of seven years, and dynamically scales power usage between 10W and 45W to adapt to varying energy and thermal conditions.

With two hosted payloads now in orbit, the demonstration marks a milestone in Europe’s space-based computing infrastructure. According to EDGX, the system enables real-time data analysis for commercial, governmental, and defense applications, supporting faster and more efficient satellite operations.

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