India’s journey into indigenous space-grade microprocessors reached a milestone with the development of the Vikram-32 processor (Vikram 3201). Designed by the Vikram Sarabhai Space Center (VSSC) in collaboration with the Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL), Chandigarh, Vikram-32 marks a major step towards self-reliance in space technology. Unlike commercial CPUs, space processors must withstand harsh environmental conditions, including […] The post Inside the Design Philosophy Behind Vikram-32...| WatElectronics.com
1. Introduction Space missions—satellites, launch vehicles, interplanetary probes—require processors that are not just fast, but extremely reliable. Radiation, extreme temperature swings, long mission durations, and high cost of failure mean the architecture, fabrication process, and qualification are very different from consumer electronics. India’s recent unveiling of Vikram 3201 (also called Vikram-32) is a major move […] The post Vikram 3201 vs RAD750, RAD5545, and ESA Processors ...| WatElectronics.com