Space-grade electronics · Munich
Engineering
beyond Earth
EMM develops high-reliability electronics for satellite payloads — from on-board processing and FPGA/SoC architectures to camera, laser and data processing systems.
Flight-ready
FPGA / SoC
New Space
High reliability
EARTH → ORBIT
Turning ideas into flight-ready space
hardware.
01 / Capabilities
Payload
intelligence,
engineered for
orbit.
Modular electronics, robust processing and mission-specific system architectures — developed for both classical space programs and agile New Space missions.
01
CORE SYSTEM
On-Board Processing
FPGA-/SoC-based processing with high data rates, power-efficient operating modes, and reconfigurable architectures for demanding payload applications.
02
VISION
Camera Processing
Real-time processing of image data, AI-based filtering, object detection, and intelligent data reduction directly on board.
03
OPTICAL
Laser & Optical Systems
Deterministic control and signal-processing electronics for precision optical payloads — including laser ranging, time synchronization, adaptive optics and optical communication.
04
DATA
Data Acquisition
Flexible interfaces and data acquisition for sensors and mission-critical instruments.
05
SYSTEM
Multi-Processor Systems
Scalable processing systems tailored to performance, redundancy, power requirements, and mission constraints.
02 / Products & Services
Products and engineering.
Built around the payload.
EMM combines modular payload electronics with dedicated engineering services — from platform-based solutions to fully customized space electronics.
Payload platform · 01 / MissionCore
MissionCore
ONE CORE. MULTIPLE PAYLOADS.
A modular payload electronics platform for processing, control, and data management. A common core can be adapted with application-specific Vision, Heater, and Stepper Nodes.
Imaging electronics · 02 / HRT
CIS-125 Frame Grabber
HIGH-SPEED CONTROL & DATA ACQUISITION FOR CIS125
Dedicated electronics for high-resolution TDI imaging: sensor control, deterministic real-time data acquisition, FPGA-based image and data processing, and high-speed data transfer to the spacecraft OBC.
ENGINEERING SERVICES
From concept to qualified hardware.
SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT
From first idea to qualified space hardware.
EMM supports the complete development lifecycle — from feasibility studies, requirements and system architecture to detailed design, manufacturing, integration, verification and environmental qualification.
ENGINEERING SERVICES
Dedicated engineering expertise for complex space systems.
Our multidisciplinary engineering services cover electronics, software and firmware development, mechanics, thermal and structural analysis, requirements and verification engineering, AIT, technical documentation and project support.
TRAINING & SUPPORT
Apply space engineering know-how where you need it.
EMM provides customized training, technical workshops, product integration support and consulting — from FPGA programming and satellite electronics to reliability, verification, radiation analysis and ESA-oriented systems engineering.
ELECTRONICS RELIABILITY & FMECA
Reliability analysis from architecture to implementation.
Analysis and mitigation of electronics failure modes, development of FDIR strategies, reliability assessment and implementation of robust electronics architectures for classical and tailored New Space missions.
Engineering / End-to-end
From requirements
to qualified hardware.
EMM develops mission-specific electronics from system architecture through PCB and FPGA design to verification, qualification and acceptance up to flight-ready hardware.
Interfaces include UART, CAN, and SpaceWire and can be tailored to different reliability and cost requirements.
03 / Proven in Space
Built for the mission.
Validated in orbit.
EMM’s flight models have been successfully operated in orbit. The focus is on agile development, robust design, and high reliability for New Space missions.
Mission architecture
Reliability without losing agility.
The product strategy combines traditional space engineering standards with the speed of commercial development, including trade-offs between space-grade and COTS-based solutions.
20 krad
Radiation design target*
ms
Instant-on behavior*
Orbit
Flight heritage
FLIGHT HARDWARE · HERITAGE
Hardware that belongs in orbit.
High-reliability electronics · FPGA / SoC · Mission-specific architecture
TRUSTED ACROSS THE SPACE ECOSYSTEM
SUPPORTED BY
SELECTED PARTNERS
LATEST / EMM
Inside our
current missions.
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EMM and University Würzburg Successfully Kicked Off DLR-Funded NOVA Project
Engineering Minds Munich GmbH has successfully kicked off the DLR-funded research project NOVA – Neural Onboard Vision and Autonomy together…
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New Integration Room for Flight Hardware Assembly and Testing
EMM has completed the setup of a new dedicated integration room for the assembly, testing, and preparation of flight hardware.…
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Successfully performed CubeSat payload vibration test
Engineering Minds Munich GmbH recently performed a vibration test campaign for a CubeSat payload in support of Spark Microgravity. The…
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Engineering Minds Munich joins the Twinspector Mission
We’re proud to announce that Engineering Minds Munich is part of the groundbreaking Twinspector mission, led by LiveEO and now…
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Engineering Minds Munich at Space Tech Expo Europe 2025
In November, Engineering Minds Munich participated in Space Tech Expo Europe in Bremen—one of Europe’s leading exhibitions and conferences for the…
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EMM and TUM succesfully completed the development of Multi-Processor System for Satellite Thermal Control
We are proud to announce the successful completion of the PLUTO project — Processor Localization and Utilization for Thermal Optimization —…
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EMM at IKOM 2025
EMM participated in IKOM 2025, the student career forum hosted by the Technical University of Munich. The event offered a…
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EMM Launches ESA-Funded UCOM-HPC Project with OHB and SysDICE
EMM is proud to announce the launch of the UCOM-HPC (Unified Collaborative MBSE for HIVE PCPU) project, funded by the European…
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Starting the New Year with Fresh Energy and Bold Goals
As we step into 2025, our team embraced the opportunity to start the year on an inspiring note. We gathered…
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Highlights from Space Tech Expo Europe
We were pleased to participate in Space Tech Expo Europe, a key event in the global space industry. The event…
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Development of our Processing Platform for Camera Applications
We are pleased to announce the completion of our processing platform designed for camera applications. The system connects the camera…
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EMM participates in the 2024 corporate B2run
Last week EMM participated in the corporate B2run held at Olympiapark, Munich. The event brought together business from across indusries for…
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Smart Processing and Power Module (SPPM): A Next-Generation Solution for Space Missions
We present our updated design combining the modules SPM and SPS into a Smart Processing and Power Module (SPPM). The…
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Successful Delivery of a first Heater Control Unit Flight Model
We are thrilled to announce the successful delivery of a first flight model of our Heater Control Unit, a critical…
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EMM presenting on ESA conferences
This month EMM attended ESA conferences to present our progress on the Smart Processing Module and Smart Power Supply. Chedi…
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Contribution at FDL 2023
EMM published a paper within the project PLUTO (Processor Layout Utilization for Thermal Optimization) on the Forum on specification &…
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Preliminary vibration tests
A preliminary vibration test was conducted for our electronic unit to verify assembly procedure and load transfer paths of adapters.…
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Thermal Vacuum Testing of heater control boards
We have successfully tested a heater control board for our on-going NewSpace project. Our thermal vacuum chamber was capable to…
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Radiation tests at Fraunhofer INT
Preliminary tests of nonvolatile test arrays with Co-60 source at Fraunhofer INT demonstrated a Total Ionising Dose (TID) compatibility of…
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EMM Test set-up commissioning at NaMLab
In the ESA project SpaceNVM, nonvolatile memory devices have been developed by our partner, NaMLab gGmbH. Together, we have demonstrated…
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Prototype of the Smart Processing Module
The SPM is an On-Board Computer (OBC) in the form of a SoM (System-on-Module), or in other words: a single-PCB…
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EMM is part of ESA BIC Bavaria
EMM has been accepted as an ESA BIC incubatee. Our innovative products, especially our Smart Processing Modules have been recognized…
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EMM joins bavAIRia e.V.
Engineering Minds Munich is now part of the Bavarian Aerospace Cluster BavAIRia e.V. The aim of bavAIRia is to identify…
04 / One engineering mindset
“Classical space reliability.
New Space velocity.”
EMM is a Munich-based technology developer and supplier for the space sector, specializing in on-board electronics, payload instrumentation, and system development.
01 Classical Space
For long mission durations, high orbits, and maximum reliability requirements.
02 New Space
A balance between high reliability and cost-conscious product design.
03 Mission-specific
Electronics, interfaces, and processing are tailored to specific payload and mission requirements.
CONTACT / MUNICH
Let’s engineer
your next mission.
CAREER
Build space hardware with us.
Join our engineering team and work on real space electronics — from FPGA and PCB development to integration and verification.