Neuromorphic computing for space

Space Tech Expo Europe is Europe’s largest B2B trade fair for the space industry and is regarded as the key meeting place for the entire European space supply chain. From 17 to 19 November 2026, leading companies, research institutions, start-ups and industry experts will gather in Bremen to discuss the latest developments and future trends in the space sector. 

The event covers a wide range of topics, from satellite operations, launch services and communication systems, through components, materials and manufacturing technologies, to software solutions and innovative engineering services. In addition to an extensive exhibition, the fair offers a high-calibre conference programme featuring numerous presentations, panel discussions and networking opportunities that promote dialogue between industry and research.

Energy-efficient AI for space exploration

As spacecraft take on more autonomous tasks, onboard AI must operate within strict power and thermal limits. In the session ‘More Intelligence per Watt: Neuromorphic Computing for Space’ on 18 November 2026 at 3.00 pm, Dr Axel von Arnim, Head of Neuromorphic Computing, and Priyadarshini Kannan, Senior Researcher at fortiss, will demonstrate how neuromorphic hardware and so-called spiking neural networks can enable the next generation of autonomous space systems. 

The focus will be on how AI can be used efficiently even under the stringent energy, power and temperature constraints of space. The speakers will provide insights into current research at fortiss, present results from hardware benchmarking, and discuss the challenges and potential associated with the use of neuromorphic systems in future spacecraft.