Object Detection and Segmentation
Protostar Labs’ object detection and segmentation IP cores enable onboard analysis directly on supported FPGAs or our Protostar Data Processing Unit (DPU). By detecting, segmenting, and prioritizing targets before transmission, missions can drastically reduce data volume, latency, and bandwidth requirements - ensuring only meaningful insights are downlinked.
Downlink more than just data
Object Detection
Enable onboard autonomy. Our detection cores identify objects of interest in real time.
Object Segmentation
Gain pixel-level insight. Each frame is classified by region - clouds, terrain, ocean, or spacecraft elements.
Image Enhancement
Enhance key details. Our super-resolution core sharpens low-resolution imagery.
Key Features
Radiation-Tolerant Design
Built on our Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR) IP for reliable operation in harsh conditions.
Video Fault Supervisor (VFS)
Continuously monitors data integrity, detecting frame errors or logic faults to ensure dependable performance
Intelligent Payload Switching
Reuse architectures across applications — e.g. wildfire detection, maritime tracking, or urban monitoring.
Seamless Integration
Fully supported by ProtoSDK, simplifying deployment with optional compression and DMA utilities.
Adaptive Efficiency
Balance accuracy and resource use through configurable quantization.
Have a unique mission requirement?
Go beyond off-the-shelf solutions. Our core expertise lies in the end-to-end engineering of custom optical payloads. From optical design and sensor integration to flight-ready hardware, we also build instruments precisely tailored to your mission goals and requirements.